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National Consultant to Conduct CMS trainings

Kazakhstan

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Kazakhstan
  • Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
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  • Closing Date:

Job Description

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. 

In Kazakhstan, IOM implements the IRCC funded project on “Improving migration governance and access to services for displaced Afghans in Pakistan and Central Asia”. Through this intervention, IOM seeks to support government institutions in the region and local communities in addressing immediate protection and humanitarian needs of Afghan populations and local communities. The aim is to mitigate the mid-term impact of the crisis on societies in the region, and to support recovery and resilience for longer-term sustainable development. 

IOM’s intervention contributes to IMCBP’s selected priority area on strengthening governance: working with national and local authorities to strengthen migration systems and institutional capacity in addressing migration crises and responding to the most urgent humanitarian and protection needs.

Within the above-mentioned project IOM Kazakhstan will support the Government’s measures in capacity -building of front-line officers in the area of Curbing Migrant Smuggling on a State Border. 

  1. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: Immigration and Border Governance Unit

Responsibilities

Category B Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract

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

 

Deliverables

1

Materials for two-day training “Advanced methods on Curbing Migrant Smuggling on a State Border” (Risk – profiling component) are developed and finalized in close coordination with IOM. Materials shall include agenda, power point presentations, pre & post-surveys, exercises/cases for group work.

2

To deliver training  for Avation authorities on “Advanced methods on Curbing Migrant Smuggling on a State Border”  (risk-profiling component)

3

Prepare the training report that should contain executive summary, methodology, training activities, results and analysis, pre- & post-survey evaluation, recommendations, and conclusion

 

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

The quality targeted and detailed of the work performed as established in above as well as compliance with agreed delivery dates, as follows:

  • Materials for training “Advanced methods on Curbing Migrant Smuggling on a State Border” (Risk – profiling component) including agenda, power point presentations, pre & post-surveys, exercises/cases for group work - By June 15
  • Training report that contain executive summary, methodology, training activities, results and analysis, pre- & post-survey evaluation, recommendations, and conclusion. – by July  15

The end products expected to be delivered by the Consultant will be, as follows: 

  • Developed training materials (concept note, agenda), entry-exit evaluation tools, final report upon completion of trainings;                                     

The Consultancy fee to be remunerated after the submission of the final report.

 

Qualifications

Education, Experience and/or skills required

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

 

Travel required: Yes

 

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 three 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
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 3
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Alternative Required Language 1: Kazakh
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