*Migration Research Consultant needed at UN(IOM)*

Tasks to be performed under this contract

1.  Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities 
2. Monitor the budget; check availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget information.
3. Support the administrative coordination of project implementation, liaising with various organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary approvals, process and monitor administrative actions.
4. Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphs, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation. 
5. Responds to general enquiries and requests for information; establishes and maintains files and registers.
6. Identifying operational challenges in the field, reporting them to line management and proposing sustainable solutions

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

1. Quality of research: Relevance and accuracy of the data collected on the Cameroonian diaspora, as well as the rigorousness of the analyses carried out;
2. Report writing: Clarity, structure and completeness of the reports produced on migration and the mobilization of the diaspora;
3. Deadline management: Meeting deadlines for the completion of the various tasks and deliverables of the project;
4. Collaboration: Ability to work as a team with other project members, including effective communication and cooperation;
5. Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes and solve unforeseen problems that may arise during the implementation of the project;
6. Contribution to strategy: Providing new ideas and recommendations for the development of the diaspora mobilization strategy;
7. Communication skills: Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders;
8. Commitment: Motivation and involvement in the project.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and/or skills required

1. Diploma of studies in political or social sciences, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, law or related fields from an accredited university.
2. Minimum of four years of relevant experience in political or social science, international relations, development studies, migration studies, human rights, law or related fields; At least three years of operational experience on migration-related issues; 
3. Experience in liaising with government authorities, national or international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations; 






4. Experience of working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups, the diaspora, and an international organization or other NGO working in the field of migration;
5. Experience of working in diaspora mapping and data analysis; previous professional experience in international humanitarian organizations, non-governmental or governmental institutions or organizations in a multicultural setting. 
6. Fluency in English and French (written, read and spoken).   

Travel required

If necessary.

Competencies 

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process

Values

1. Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
2. Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
3. Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
4. Courage: demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
5. Empathy: shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators

1. Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
2. Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
3. Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
4. Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
5. Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Note:

• IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other).
• Applicants must adhere to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) data protection principles (IN/138) and maintain confidentiality. Recruitment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for the job envisaged and to verification of residence status, visa and authorizations by the Government concerned, where applicable, and security clearances.
• IOM covers consultants against occupational accidents and diseases under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the assignment. 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 in case of non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage prior to commencing work.






• IOM has a zero-tolerance policy towards behavior that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of power and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic affiliation or disability.
• IOM does not request any information relating to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts completed applications submitted through its online recruitment system.
• This is a local recruitment that does not consider international terms and conditions.

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