National Consultant

Bujumbura

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

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

 

As part of its efforts to promote regular, safe and informed migration, IOM is supporting the Government of Burundi in preparing candidates for labour migration through the development of pre-departure orientation programmes. These programmes aim to provide migrant workers with the necessary knowledge about their rights, responsibilities, living and working conditions in destination countries, channels of redress, as well as practical information to better prepare for their departure. To support this process, IOM wishes to recruit a national consultant in charge of developing communication and information materials adapted to the Burundian context and based on international standards.


 
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing


Labour Migration and Social Inclusion (LMI)

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

 

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Head of LMI Unit , the Consultant will: 

I. Carry out a preliminary analysis of information needs based on a review of existing PDO training modules and the specific needs identified in Burundi, with the aim of proposing adapted communication formats and tools to help migrant workers better understand and engage with the PDO content.

II. Design a complete communication kit for pre-departure orientation: illustrated information brochure for migrant workers (English and Kirundi), educational posters for training centres, scripts for video or audio clips on key themes (migrants' rights and duties, contracts, health, etc.)

III. Produce appropriate information materials: brochures, illustrated educational booklets, awareness-raising video clips, digital content for online dissemination (social networks, websites)

IV. Test and validate the tools produced:

  • Organize one or two focus group sessions testing the materials with a target group (potential migrants, recruitment agencies).
  • Integrate the feedback received into the final version.

V. Write and submit a final consultancy report

 
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  • Validation of analysis and content by IOM
  • Quality and completion of product materials
  • Final Report and Timeliness

Qualifications

Education
  • Advanced university degree (master’s or bachelor’s degree) in communication, journalism, graphic design, education, social sciences, or relevant field.
Experience
  • Proven experience in the design, production (including video) and dissemination of information and awareness-raising materials, preferably on social, migration or development themes.
  • Excellent writing, editing and editing skills 
  • Demonstrated expertise in script development and coordination of audiovisual production (videos, capsules).
  • Experience with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent).
  • Proven experience in designing communication materials for audiences with low literacy levels;
  • Experience working with national and/or international institutions, preferably on migration or development issues.
  • Ability to create educational and easily understandable content for a diverse audience, including people with low literacy levels.
  • Familiarity with communication for behavior change principles.
  • A good understanding of the issues related to labour migration and migrants' rights.
  • Knowledge of the Burundian national context on migration and destination markets is an asset 
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English and Kirundi
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Mastery of computer tools and web technologies. 
Skills

Securities

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintaining high ethical standards and acting in a manner consistent with the organization's principles, rules, and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates composure, competence and commitment and good judgment in day-to-day management.

Essential Skills – Behavioural Indicators

  • Teamwork: Develop and promote effective collaboration within and across units to achieve common goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering Results: Produces and delivers quality results in a timely and service-oriented manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed-upon outcomes.
  • Manage and share knowledge continually seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Ownership of the achievement of the Organization's priorities and responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex issues in an informative, inspiring, and motivating way.
Languages
  • English and French 
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
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 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

Required Skills

Job info

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