CON 2026/35 - Local Consultant for the Development of a Specialized Training Module for Labor Inspectors

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Project Context and Scope

Danish Western Balkans Regional Migration Governance Programme (RMGP) – Focus on Western Balkans and Republic of Türkiye – Outcome 2 (IB0537)

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) will support an assessment of the current situation, including existing capacities, training needs, operational practices and institutional arrangements relevant to labor inspections, trafficking in persons and labor exploitation. The findings of this assessment will inform the subsequent development of a specialized training module to strengthen the capacity of labor inspectors to identify, respond to and refer cases involving indicators of trafficking in persons and labor exploitation.

The local consultant will work as part of a team with the international consultant to ensure that the training module reflects the Albanian legal, institutional, and operational context, including the roles and responsibilities of labor inspectorates, law enforcement institutions, referral structures, and relevant case management procedures.

Working under the overall supervision of IOM Albania and in close coordination with the Labor Inspectorate and the International Consultant, the Local Consultant will support the assessment of the current situation, contribute to the development of a specialized training module for labor inspectors, and support the organization of a Training of Trainers (ToT).

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

•    Advanced university degree in social sciences, public administration, human rights, labor relations, criminal justice, or another relevant field.

Experience

•     At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in migration, trafficking in persons, employment sector, protection, social inclusion, and institutional capacity development.

Skills

• Sound knowledge of Albanian legislation and institutional frameworks related to labor inspection, trafficking in persons, labor exploitation, referral mechanisms, and victim protection.
• Extensive experience in developing training programmes, training content, SOPs, guidance materials and practical tools for public institutions and service providers.
• Extensive experience working with ministries, local authorities, law-enforcement-related structures, referral mechanisms and other national stakeholders, including facilitation of consultations and capacity-building activities.
• Strong analytical, drafting, facilitation and communication skills demonstrated through numerous national and international consultancy assignments
• Ability to maintain accuracy and confidentiality in performing responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills with attention to detail.

Languages

For this consultancy, Fluency in Albanian and English is required for this assignment.

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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