Project Context and Scope

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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. 

The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of the IOM project “Improving migration governance and access to services for displaced Afghans in Pakistan and Central Asia”, funded by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship department of Canada (IRCC) under the International Migration Capacity Building Program (IMCBP).

IOM will conduct a needs analysis of the capacity building system of the Migration Service Committee of the Ministry of Internal Affairs RK. Based on the findings of this analysis, IOM will then develop recommendations and support the government to implement these recommendations.
 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced university degree) in in Social Sciences, Humanities, Development Studies, Security Studies and/or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 7 years of relevant professional experience; and/or

• PhD in the above fields with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Have proven experience in successfully conducting needs analysis, especially in the field of migration and border governance.

• Have a thorough understanding of issues pertaining to migration governance in the Central Asian context. 

• Have strong analytical, verbal, and report writing skills in English.

• Be willing to undertake in-country travels related to the assignment. 

• Experience in working with relevant governmental, non-governmental institutions and international organizations in the field of Immigration and Border Governance, especially in Kazakhstan or Central Asia, would be a distinct advantage.

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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