Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

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Project Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Algeria implements programmes aimed at supporting the sustainable reintegration of returnees and strengthening migration management through evidence-based and community-oriented approaches.

Within this framework, IOM Algeria seeks to engage a Category A Consultant under COMPASS MPF II (PX. 0700) to provide technical and advisory support in the design and analytical grounding of community-based reintegration initiatives. The consultancy will support analytical processes to better understand returnees’ profiles, skills, and interests, as well as contextual labour market dynamics in selected pilot countries, in order to inform programme design and strategic decision-making.

The Consultant will work under the overall supervision of IOM Algeria and in close coordination with relevant internal teams and IOM offices.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Project Name and Code: COMPASS MPF II (PX0700)

Tasks to be performed under this contract

a) Provide advisory support to IOM Algeria in the design and implementation of individualized needs assessment and skills profiling approaches for returnees.
b) Support the analysis of returnees’ profiles to identify potential candidates and pathways for engagement in community-based initiatives.
c) Provide methodological guidance on focus group discussions and survey-based tools to assess interests and skills gaps.
d) Advise on individual surveys and consultations ensuring ethical and inclusive engagement.
e) Provide advisory input to support coordination with IOM offices in selected countries of Origine to assess labour market needs.
f) Contribute to internal technical discussions as required.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Quality and relevance of advisory inputs; timeliness; contribution to decision-making; compliance with IOM standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education, Experience and/or skills required

University Degree in Migration Studies, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Labour Economics, International Relations, or a related field with at least 5 years of professional experience

Languages

REQUIRED Fluency in English and French

DESIRABLE Fluency in Arabic

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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 five 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

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.

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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