CFA/UG/001/2026 - Individual Consultancy to Conduct Counter‑Terrorism Training – Consultancy B
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Consultancy The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Uganda is implementing the EU‑funded project “Strengthening Cross‑Border Cooperation, Stabilization, and Resilience of Borderland Areas between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Uganda.” The project aims to enhance security, stability, and cooperation in the border regions by improving the capacities of border officials, strengthening community engagement mechanisms, and promoting safe, orderly, and humane mobility. Within this framework, IOM Uganda seeks to recruit an individual consultant to design and deliver specialized training on Counterterrorism, planned to take place in the West Nile region, targeting Ugandan officials deployed at border posts in the Uganda-DRC borderland areas.
This consultancy falls under the Immigration and Border Governance unit, under the project titled: “Strengthening Cross‑Border Cooperation, Stabilization, and Resilience of Borderland Areas between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Uganda.”
The objective of this consultancy is to strengthen the capacity of Ugandan border officials to detect, identify, and respond to potential security threats through an improved understanding of counter‑terrorism principles, behavioral profiling, and effective interviewing techniques.
Design a tailored training curriculum and detailed agenda.
Develop training materials including slides, handouts, participant guides, and facilitator notes.
Deliver one or two full‑day workshops (at least 8 hours each).
Develop and administer pre‑ and post‑training assessments.
Facilitate feedback collection.
Prepare a final training report.
b. Deliverables
Training curriculum and agenda.
Training materials.
Delivery of workshops.
Pre‑ and post‑training assessments.
Final training report.
c. Timeline
Preparation: January 2026.
Delivery: January–February 2026.
Final report within 7 days.
d. Reporting Lines
The consultant will report to the National Programme Officer (IBG).
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
High‑quality materials submitted on time.
Effective facilitation.
Clear improvements in assessments.
Strong final training report.
Advanced degree or equivalent experience.
5–7 years relevant security training experience.
Adult‑learning training experience.
Strong understanding of Uganda’s border environment.
5–7 years relevant security training experience.
Adult‑learning training experience.
Strong understanding of Uganda’s border environment.
The consultancy will be conducted in West Nile, Uganda. Travel outside Kampala will be reimbursed in line with IOM practices.
Fees & Payment Terms
Daily consultancy rate required.
100% payment upon successful completion.
Application Procedure
Applicants must submit one PDF containing: cover letter, CV, training approach, samples, referees, and credentials.
Evaluation Criteria
Technical expertise, approach quality, context understanding, samples, availability, and value for money.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this CFA is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
