Project Context and Scope
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Syria mission continues to prioritize engagement with Arab and Gulf embassies as part of its resource mobilization and external relations strategy. Given the evolving operational and political context, there is a need for dedicated, short-term advisory support to strengthen structured engagement, information management, and communication with key diplomatic counterparts.
The objective of this consultancy is to support the Programme Support Unit in strengthening engagement with Arab and Gulf embassies in Syria, with a focus on improving coordination, maintaining strategic relationships, and enhancing early identification of potential funding opportunities.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
Programme Support Unit (PSU)
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Develop, consolidate, and maintain an up-to-date database of key contacts within Arab and Gulf embassies in Syria
Support structured outreach and engagement with identified embassies through meetings and regular communication
Track, document, and share updates on potential funding opportunities, donor priorities, and areas of interest
Support preparation of briefing notes, talking points, and meeting summaries as required
Coordinate closely with PSU, Government Liaison, and relevant programme teams to ensure alignment of messaging
Provide periodic updates to management on engagement progress and emerging opportunities
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
A regularly updated database of key focal points in Arab and Gulf embassies is established and maintained, covering agreed priority missions.
Number and quality of structured engagements conducted with targeted embassies (e.g. bilateral meetings, briefings, follow-ups) in line with the outreach plan.
Timely identification, documentation, and internal dissemination of potential funding opportunities, donor priorities, and thematic interests relevant to IOM Syria.
Quality briefing notes, talking points, and meeting summaries prepared for management and programme teams.
Evidence of effective coordination with PSU, Government Liaison, and programme teams, reflected in consistent messaging and aligned engagement approaches.
Periodic progress updates and analytical summaries submitted to management as agreed, highlighting engagement status, risks, and emerging opportunities.
Positive feedback from PSU and relevant internal stakeholders on the consultant’s contribution to external relations, information management, and donor engagement.
Education
Experience
- Work experience in External Relations and Donor Engagement
Skills
- Communication skills
- Work experience in External Relations and Donor Engagement
Languages
- For this position, fluency in English is required. Work knowledge in Arabic is an advantage
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Travel required
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at
this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice 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.
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