National Consultant to Develop Training Materials

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.

 

Project Context and Scope

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).

Within this consultancy the following activities will be supported:

• In coordination with IOM, provide support in developing the training materials on “Travel document examination” for Migration Service Committee officers;
• In coordination with IOM, to conduct the 3-day training on “Travel document examination” for Migration Service Committee officers;
• In coordination with IOM, development of SOPs for the BCP Based agencies

Responsibilities

The Consultant(s) in close coordination with IOM will be responsible for delivering the following results and milestones: 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in Law (e.g., Crime code, Migration Studies, Border Security and etc.), Law, International Law or other related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least eight years of professional experience in Law enforcement or military educational institutions; or 

• University Degree, preferably in Law (e.g., Crime code, Migration Studies, Border Security and etc.), Law, International Law or other related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least ten years of professional experience in Law enforcement or military educational institutions. 

• Highly specialized individual with extensive relevant experience and the highest level of expertise in the Border Security area. 

• At least eight years of experience in conducting of trainings for trainers in the field of Border Governance. 

• Demonstrated experience in development of training/workshop materials. 

• Demonstrated professional experience on migration-related topics. 

• Demonstrated professional experience related to the Immigration and Border Governance. Experience in working with relevant governmental and non-governmental institutions and senior representatives in the field of Immigration and Border Governance in Kazakhstan would be a distinct advantage as well as previous experience working in an international organization.

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

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

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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