Local Consultant - Support on the development and improvement of migration data methodology

Tbilisi

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Tbilisi
  • Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Social Affairs
    • Statistics
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
    • Migration
    • Scientist and Researcher
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

Duty Station of the Consultancy: Tbilisi, Georgia

Duration of Consultancy: 50 days (over a period of 11 months; 17 November 2025 – 16 October 2026)

Nature of the consultancy:  Support to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Mission in Georgia in the development of a comprehensive methodology for migration data collection and processing, ensuring the harmonization of definitions, standards, methodologies, and data-sharing practices across relevant institutions in accordance with international best practices.

Project Context and Scope

In recent years, Georgia has made notable progress in strengthening its migration data system. However, there remains a need for increased standardization of data and enhanced methodologies and institutional coordination for the development of evidence-based policies and ensuring effective migration governance. This project aims to contribute to improved migration governance in Georgia through the establishment of a cohesive and efficient migration data ecosystem which ensures that high-quality data is consistently used to drive effective policy and programming decisions (Objective).  

The project aims to achieve the objective through the following outcome: The Government of Georgia’s institutions apply standardized methodologies and integrate coordination frameworks for enhanced migration data collection and management. Relevant outputs include: a comprehensive and standardized methodology for disaggregated (including sex, age, nationality) migration data is available (Output 1.1); relevant stakeholders have improved capacities on migration data collection and management, including gender analysis (Output 1.2); a roadmap for the Public Services Development Agency (PSDA) to integrate the methodology into the Unified Migration Analysis System (UMAS) is available (Output 1.3); recommendations are available to Geostat for mainstreaming migration data-related aspects into the Population Registry (Output 1.4); and a coordination framework for migration data exchange, led by Geostat, is available for integration into the Statistical Working Programme (Output 1.5). 

To provide strategic oversight, guidance, and accountability, a Project Steering Committee (PSC) is established. 

IOM Georgia is seeking to hire a national consultant who will support the development of a comprehensive methodology for migration data collection and processing, ensuring the harmonization of definitions, standards, methodologies, and data-sharing practices across relevant institutions in accordance with international best practices. Under the direct supervision of the IOM Programme Manager, and in close coordination with an international consultant, the national consultant will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the organization of a consultation workshop with the SCMI Data Working Group (DWG) members 
  • Following-up with bilateral consultations with key stakeholders responsible for collecting migration-related data to assess data availability, gaps and needs.
  • Undertaking literature review and initial stakeholder consultations, and support the international consultant for preparing an inception report outlining the proposed work plan for completing the assignment, including specific deliverables, a detailed timeline, stakeholder mappings, as well as clearly defined roles and responsibilities. The report should be submitted to IOM for review and endorsement.
  • Conducting, under the guidance of the international consultant, a comprehensive needs assessment of migration data collection. This will involve reviewing current data sources, definitions and practices; identifying gaps, limitations and inconsistencies in existing administrative and statistical data; and mapping key stakeholders and their institutional capacities for data collection, management and reporting.
  • Supporting the international consultant in the development of a draft migration data methodology and tools, including but not limited to: 
    • Definitions aligned with international standards;
    • Data sources;
    • Recommended methods and tools for data collection;
    • Evidence-based recommendations for improving the quality, reliability, and consistency of migration statistics; 
    • Proposed mechanisms and method for data sharing, integration, and institutional cooperation.
  • Supporting the organization and delivery of a workshop with the DWG to present the first draft of the migration data methodology and tool for feedback.
  • Supporting the international consultant for preparing the final version of the revised methodology, ensuring full alignment with both national priorities and international standards and incorporating feedback from IOM, Geostat, DWG members and other stakeholders.
  • Supporting in organizing a validation workshop to present the final methodology and plan subsequent implementation steps.
  • Supporting the development of user-friendly, practical guidelines for the implementation of the updated methodologies, including recommendations for their incorporation into the Statistical Working Programme.
  • Supporting the preparation and submission of a final consultancy report to IOM Georgia upon completion of the assignment, summarizing key activities, findings, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations for sustainable implementation and future enhancements.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

 “Enhancing Migration Data Collection and Management in Georgia (EMD-GEORGIA)”.

Responsibilities

Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment 

  • Deliverable 1: Initial Stakeholder Consultations and workshop with DWG members,  submitted by 10 December 2025.
  • Deliverable 2: Inception report,  submitted by 26 January 2026.
  • Deliverable 3: Workshop to present the first draft of the methodology, submitted by 15 June 2026.
  • Deliverable 4: Final version of the methodology on migration data, submitted by 1 October 2026
  • Deliverable 5: Validation workshop, submitted by 10 October 2026.
  • Deliverable 6: Final consultancy report, submitted by 16 October 2026.
 
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Delivers the listed deliverables on time and with good quality. 

Qualifications

Education
  • University degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, sociology or a related field.
Experience
  • Previous working experience in the collection, compilation, analysis and dissemination of development migration data and statistics or related areas is required. 
  • Experience in methodological work on statistics is required. 
  • Good knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals is desirable.
  • Good knowledge of the strategies and practices in the field of statistics and migration is desirable.
  • Experience on developing methodological documents and in drafting documents aligned with international standards will be an asset.
  • Experience in cooperating with various stakeholders, including international organizations is desirable.
  • Experience in applying gender-sensitive approaches in data collection, analysis and policy development is desirable. 
Skills
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities is desirable.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills is desirable.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and online collaboration tools is desirable.
Languages
  • Fluency in Georgian 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
  • No
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.
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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Alternative Required Language 1: English
Alternative Required Language2: Georgian
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