Introduction

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Note: This is a local consultancy opportunity; therefore, only nationals of the Kyrgyz Republic or individuals with legal residency in Kyrgyzstan are eligible to apply.

Project Context and Scope

The National Action Plan for 2022-2025 of the state Concept of Migration Policy 2021-2030 (Decree of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic 191-r) provides for conducting comprehensive researches on migration in line with international standards.

In this regard, in 2022 IOM established Mobility Tracking Matrix (MTM) in Kyrgyzstan. MTM is adapted to the context in Kyrgyzstan based on IOM’s Global Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) methodology. MTM is a system that tracks and monitors displacement and population mobility. It is designed to regularly and systematically capture, process and disseminate information to provide a better understanding of the movements and evolving needs of various mobile populations, whether on site or en route.
 

Through project funding from the European Union and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, the IOM MTM programme collects data through its so-called Baseline Mobility Assessment (BMA), Return Migrant Survey (RMS) and Potential Migrants Survey (PMS). Data-collection activity will take place across Kyrgyzstan and aim to further enhance the understanding of human mobility in, to and from Kyrgyzstan and related trends, needs and vulnerabilities.
 

Under the overall supervision of IOM Programme Coordinator and close coordination of MTM Project Assistant the enumerators will:

If selected candidate will work in BMA - Conduct Key Informants Interview (KIIs) 
a.    Interview active Key Informants, e.g.community leaders, religiose leaders, diaspora representatives, hospital and school directors and returned migrant groups.
b.    Ensure the data for accuracy, completeness and conduct direct observation.
c.    Conduct follow-up interviews as necessary to obtain missing or incomplete data.
d.    Take photos with written consents
e.    Develop and submit 1 narrative report at the end of data collection

If selected candidate will work in PMS or RMS 
a.    Conduct individual (face to face) interviews (IIs) with returned or potential migrants
b.    Conduct follow-up interviews as necessary to obtain missing or incomplete data
c.    Conduct observations while conducting interviews and share it in the report
d.    Take photos with written consent
e.    Develop at least one interesting story of a returned or potential migrants
f.    Develop and submit 1 narrative report at the end of data collection

Ensure compliance with IOM guidelines and code of conduct during data collection 
a.    Key Informants Interview (KIIs) or Individual interviews (II) shall be conducted in the interviewers’ native language to the extent possible, directly at target or remote locations as determined by the accessibility, safety and security situation for each particular location. 
b.    KII or II are expected to ensure confidentiality and security of data compliance with IOM principles and guidelines.
c.    Participate in enumerators training before each data collection to ensure the understanding of methodology and questionnaire and get familiarized with the IOM principles and guidelines 
d.    Respect the privacy and rights of the individuals being surveyed, ensuring informed consent.

Other tasks
a.    Develop and submit fieldwork plans with identification of locations before each round of data collection. 
b.    Coordinate with field supervisors and IOM to plan the daily schedule and target areas for data collection.
c.    Ensure all necessary equipment (tablets, phones, paper forms, etc.) and resources are prepared before the field visit.
d.    Establish good relationships with community focal points (CFPs), ensuring respectful and professional interaction.
e.    Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the collected data.
f.    Validate information by cross-checking with multiple sources when required.
g.    Keep detailed records of daily activities and completed interviews.
h.    Assist in documenting challenges or issues encountered in the field.
i.    Submit completed survey forms into KOBO and ensure that data is correctly uploaded or delivered to the data management team.

Deliverables:

For BMA (Baseline Mobility Assessment) (Round 8) – July-August 2026 (Expected deliverables deadline – August 31st, 2026)
•     For RMS (Returned Migrants Survey) (Round 8) – September-October (Expected deliverables deadline – October 30th, 2026)
•     For PMS (Potential Migrants Survey) (Round 2) – May-June (Expected deliverables deadline – June 30th, 2026)
Note: Dates of data collection might change 
 

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Minimum high school or diploma – completed university degree is an advantage; 

• Other formal education relevant for the assignment

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in conducting community and household assessments and survey;
• Knowledge and understanding of the relationship between migration and development;
• Experience in working with international organizations and UN (United Nations) agencies, an advantage;
   

Competencies and Skills

• Good knowledge of the migration & development concept;
• Familiarity with IOM’s mandate.
   

Personal qualities and other requirements

• Good interpersonal skills, solid judgment/decision making, initiative and creativity;
• Cultural and gender sensitivity.
   

Diversity

• Adheres to the core values of the United Nations; in particular, is respectful of differences of culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, language, age, etc.

Languages

For this consultancy, good command of oral and written in Kyrgyz is required, knowledge of Russian is an advantage

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.

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