Legal Expert Consultant (ISIRHAP)

Rome

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Rome
Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Legal - Broad
- Legal - International Law
Closing Date:

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

The project “ISIRHAP – Italian Support to International Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Programme” aims at supporting Italy’s commitment under the EU Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Programme 2024–2025, which foresees the admission of 2,100 individuals in need of international protection from Egypt, Libya, Iran, Turkey, and Niger. The project ensures the safe and dignified transfer of beneficiaries from countries of first asylum to Italy, following comprehensive pre-migration health assessments to determine fitness for travel and the need for medical escorts. It includes the organization of air and ground transportation, airport assistance at all stages, and coordination for the issuance of exit documentation. For resettlement beneficiaries, the project also provides a tailored Pre-departure Cultural Orientation Course and promotes awareness-raising activities within host communities in Italy to foster inclusive reception and integration. The objective of the consultancy is to independently evaluate and certificate the compliance with IOM standard regulations and procedures for service and supply procurement processes undertaken by IOM Italy, as per AMIF 2021-2927 Eligibility and Reporting rules Manual, producing 3 certificate opinions, to be attached to the IOM payment periodical requests to the Donor.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Facilitated Migration and Vulnerable Groups Unit

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

In the framework of the “ISIRHAP – Italian Support to International Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Programme” project (CUP F89B24000340007), the consultant will be responsible for the evaluation and certification of compliance with IOM standard regulations and procedures for service and supply procurement processes undertaken by IOM Italy, as per AMIF 2021-2027 Eligibility and Reporting rules Manual. In particular, the incumbent will product 3 certificate opinions, to be attached to the IOM payment periodical requests to the Donor, respecting the following reporting schedule:

First interim report in Italian, by 10 November 2025
Second interim report in Italian, by 15 January 2026
Third interim report in Italian, by 15 April 2026
Final report in Italian, by 31 July 2026.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

	EVALUATION CRITERION	Maximum Score	Scoring
1	1. Clarity and completeness of the methodology for compliance evaluation and certification	10	Maximum score of 10 pts Points are assigned based on the clarity of the content proposed
2	Proven experience in procurement auditing and compliance certification	25	Maximum score of 25 pts: Points are assigned based on the relevance of the experiences
3	Experience working with international, governmental, and non-governmental institutions	20	Maximum score of 20 pts: Points are assigned based on the relevance of the institutions served and coherence of the works carried out
4	References from other clients	5	Maximum score of 5 pts: Points are assigned based on reported and documented references

Instalments as per deliverables described

20% of overall contract value
20% of overall contract value
20% of overall contract value
40% of overall contract value

Qualifications

Education, experience and skills required

Qualified lawyer registered as practitioner.
At least 5 years of proven experience in procurement auditing and compliance certification.
Proven experience working with international, governmental, and/or non-governmental institutions.
At least two recent references (not older than 6 months) by previous clients.
List of services carried out in the last 3 years; works already carried out for IOM are a valuable asset.
Economic tender.

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken Italian and English is required.

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.

Travel required

Duration of Consultancy:

11 months from the start of the signature (tentatively from 1 November 2025 to 30 September 2026)

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

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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
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.
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 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)
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Alternative Required Language 1: Italian
Alternative Required Language2: English

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