Local Consultant CC-2025-22

Yerevan

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

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

The Project is implemented in Armenia to further strengthen the capacities of the national authorities to tackle cross-border organized crime and independent border management capacities. The primary national partners benefiting from its outcomes are the National Security Service of the Republic of Armenia (NSS) and its Border Guard Troops (BGT). The Project will build on the results achieved in recent years and will further advance the alignment of the border guard training/ educational system and standards with European and international best practices, enhance capacity to autonomously manage borders through enhanced secondary inspection as well as capacity to detect and counter irregular travellers, including terrorists and serious criminals through setting up Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) data.  The ToT training course is designed to prepare participants to become effective trainers themselves — equipping them not only with border management subject matter expertise but also with the skills to teach others.

 
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Enhancing the Capacities of Armenian Authorities in Border Security and Crime Prevention, IB0525

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract


Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, as well as in close cooperation with relevant stakeholders, the local consultant will perform the following tasks:

  • Conduct assessment of the needs, priorities, and requirements of the training system of the Border Guard Troops and identify the main skills, techniques, and methods to be developed. Develop a teaching module based on the findings.
  • Develop the schedule, handouts, pre- and post- assessment tests, and other materials for delivering a 5-day training of trainers.
  • Deliver the training of trainers in 3+2 format: deliver a 3-day training mainly in interactive, cooperative methods. At the end of the 3-day course, assign the participants tasks and after a month, deliver a 2-day course, during which the trainees will present their completed tasks and will strengthen their knowledge in interactive learning methods and techniques.
  • Conduct pre- and post- assessments to evaluate the knowledge change of the trainees.
  • Consult with the IOM project team on appropriate and agreed approaches to the specified tasks before their completion.

The course will be conducted mainly in interactive, cooperative methods. At the end of the 3-day course, participants will receive assignments. After a month, they will participate in a 2-day course, during which they will present their completed tasks. Participants will be introduced to interactive learning methods and techniques.

 Category B Consultant is hired to provide the bellow deliverables, according to the proposed timeline:
DELIVERABLES

Deliverable 1:

Develop and submit training course materials that can include of the trainer’s input and examples, interactive presentations, case studies, videos, handouts, etc.

 

Deliverable 2:

  • Deliver ToT training course to the teaching staff/lecturers of the Scientific Educational Centre, provide support and tutoring participants while they develop assessed lessons on the border management subject.
  • Conduct pre- and post- assessments to evaluate the knowledge and skills change of the trainees.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
 
The Consultant Evaluation will be carried out based on the following indicators:
  • Understanding of the scope of the assignment
  • Professional competence and mastery of the subject matter of the consultancy
  • Written and verbal communication skills, including development of teaching modules
  • Delivering results consistent with the agreed Terms of Reference
  • Establishing and maintaining a relationship with stakeholders to understand needs and gain support
  • Accurately judging the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task
  • Identifying key issues and proposing solutions, e.g. offering different options to solve problems to meet clients’ needs
  • Working effectively with people from varied cultures and backgrounds
  • Upholding and demonstrating the values of IOM in the daily consultancy activities

Qualifications

Education
  • Completed advanced university degree in a relevant field.
Experience
  • At least 5 years of proven experience preferably in skills training, teaching methods, educational methods. 
  • Previous experience in design, supervision, and implementation of training curriculum. 
  • Proven trainer with 3-5 years' experience in conducting TOT training, curriculum development etc.
  • Experience in working with public administration, academia, local authorities, and institutions/organizations working on migration management issues or other related issues at national and/or local level.
  • Experience in working with international organizations and UN agencies will be considered as an advantage.
Languages
  • Fluency in Armenian and English is required (oral and written).
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.
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: 2 months
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Alternative Required Language 1: Armenian
Alternative Required Language2: English
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