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1. IT Manager / Senior IT Manager
The International Organization for Mediation (“IOMed”) is seeking a versatile and hands on IT Manager to lead the technology operations. The role requires comprehensive, proven experience across all major deployment models—including fully cloud based, fully self-hosted (on premises), and hybrid environments, including oversight of any outsourced services. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of the entire IT estate, spanning infrastructure architecture, critical business application software, and vendor/system integrator management—covering the full lifecycle from evaluation and selection through rollout and ongoing maintenance. Beyond operational delivery, the position places equal strategic weight on two critical pillars:
(1) IT system security—protecting our data and networks against evolving threats;
(2) IT governance—ensuring robust compliance, risk management, and policy frameworks.
This is a highly accountable role for a technical leader who can architect, build, secure, and run world class IT systems and the applications that support the IOMed’s governance objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
(a) IT System Design
• Design and continuously enhance scalable, resilient IT architectures across cloud and on premises environments.
• Develop technical blueprints (network, server, storage, cloud) and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
(b) Critical Application Software Lifecycle
• Lead the evaluation, selection, rollout, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise application software (e.g Records Management System (RMS), document management, and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) / compliance platforms, related IOMed’s website development and maintenance) that directly support business operations and enforce IT governance standards.
• Ensure these applications provide necessary audit trails, reporting, and control mechanisms for regulatory compliance.
(c) Rollout, Implementation & Vendor / System Integrators (SIs) Management
• Lead end to end rollout of infrastructure and application projects—from procurement through to go live.
• Engage and manage third party solution providers and SIs; develop Scope of Work (SOWs), Request for Proposal (RFPs), and technical specifications; oversee deliverables and integration.
• Maintain hands on involvement in building, configuring, and deploying core infrastructure (servers, storage, networking, cloud resources).
(d) System Administration & Maintenance
• Own day to day administration of all systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.
• Execute regular maintenance (patching, firmware updates, backups, hardware replacements) and proactive monitoring.
(e) IT Security
• Implement and continuously strengthen security measures (firewalls, endpoint protection, encryption, identity/access controls, intrusion detection).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments; lead incident response; ensure third party solutions undergo rigorous security reviews.
(f) IT Governance & Compliance
• Develop and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with internationally recognized data privacy requirements and be aligned with internationally recognized standards such as ISO 27001.
• Establish a risk management framework covering all systems, applications, and vendor relationships.
(g) Stakeholder & Vendor Management
• Translate technical and governance concepts into clear language for non technical executives.
• Manage vendor performance against Service Level Agreement (SLA)s; conduct regular reviews; provide status reports on projects, security, and compliance.
Qualifications required:
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum 6 years in IT, with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial role.
• Architecture: Proven experience designing systems across cloud native models (such as Huawei/Alibaba/Tencent), fully self hosted (on premises), and hybrid.
• Application Software: Proven experience leading the evaluation, selection, rollout, and maintenance of critical enterprise applications that support governance and compliance.
• Rollout & Vendor/SI Management: Demonstrated experience leading full project rollouts, including managing third party vendors and System Integrators (SOW, RFP, SLA oversight).
• Hands On Administration: Deep practical experience administering on premises systems (servers, storage, networking) and cloud platforms.
• IT Security: Strong hands on experience in security (firewalls, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, identity controls, incident response).
• IT Governance: Proven track record in policy development, regulatory compliance, and familiarity with ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Communication: Well written and spoken English and Chinese. Ability to explain complex technical and governance issues clearly to senior leadership and non technical stakeholders.
• Project Management: Experience managing infrastructure/application projects from planning to delivery preferred.
• Public Sector/International Organizational Experience: Experience working in or with public sector offices, including government or international organization’s IT departments or data protection/privacy functions is highly desirable.
How to Apply:
• Applications shall be submitted to hrss3@iomed.int
Application Deadline: 5 October, 2026
Applicants who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation for interview four to six weeks after application closing.
2. Legal Assistant(s) to Secretary-General
The International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) is the first inter-governmental organization solely dedicated to international mediation. Since its inauguration on October 20, 2025, IOMed has grown to include 48 signatory and acceding states and 18 contracting states. IOMed provides mediation service for the settlement of: (1) disputes between States; (2) disputes between a State and a national of another State; (3) international commercial disputes between private parties. Our mission is to advance the peaceful and friendly settlement of international disputes through mediation, thereby fostering harmonious global relations.
The IOMed seeks to engage one or two Legal Assistants to the Secretary-General.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide legal and other inputs to the work of the Secretary-General, including but not limited to conducting research, drafting speeches and articles, providing advice/reports and such other matters that may be directed by the Secretary-General. The Legal Assistant(s) may have to accompany the Secretary-General on overseas visits and to meet visiting delegations.
Required Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in law (from civil or common law jurisdictions)
• Experience: Passed professional examination and preferably with professional qualifications to practice law, and experience working in law firms, barristers’ chambers, government departments, or international organizations will be an advantage.
• Language Skills: Exceptional written and spoken English. Proficiency in any other official UN languages is highly desirable.
• Nationality requirement: Nil (successful candidate will be responsible for seeking visa for working in Hong Kong where necessary)
Terms of engagement:
• 12 months contract generally subject to negotiation.
• Salary range: commensurate to the experience and skill of the successful candidate.
• Positions immediately available.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents to hrss4@iomed.int:
1. A comprehensive CV/Resume highlighting relevant experience.
2. A Cover Letter detailing your motivation and suitability for the role.
Application Deadline: 23 October, 2026
Applicants selected for interview will be notified by email.
