Consultant (Grade OTHE) – IOM
Job Description
| Organization | International Organization for Migration |
| Position Title | Consultant |
| Duty Station | Khartoum, Sudan |
| Classification | Consultant, Grade OTHE |
| Type of Appointment | Consultancy, 50 days |
| Estimated Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Closing Date | 06.08.2022 |
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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
Context:
Background and rationale:
Sudan is an origin, transit, and destination country for mixed migration flow from the Eastern Horn of Africa, Central and West African. Migrants from these countries transit in Sudan in route to North Africa to reach the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Europe. Others take Sudan as a destination country where they seek job opportunities and better life. The key entry point for these migrants, who comprise mixed migration flows into Sudan together with refugees and asylum seekers, is Eastern Sudan, in particular Gedaref and Kassala States which share long land borders with Ethiopia and Eritrea. Among those migrants are the seasonal workers who enter the Gadarif States, the heartland of Agriculture through Galabat and Lukdi borders. These workers, mostly men, are recruited directly from Ethiopia by Sudanese farmers or Ethiopian or Sudanese intermediaries. They have no work permit or contract to protect their rightism IOM is looking into enhancing the protection of Ethiopian seasonal migrant workers in Gadarif through raising awareness of their rights as migrant workers and where to seek support in case of trouble. A rapid assessment by IOM Ethiopia will be conducted to understand the protection risks they face as seasonal workers. The assessment will look into the areas of origin of the workers in Ethiopia, their living conditions in Sudan and risks faced by them. To address their issues and ensure they are aware of the information and the rights, IOM will support in developing Post-Arrival Orientation (PAO) modules to be utilized by the local governments and partners
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
• Develop a workplan on the deliverable and methodology of the assignment.
• Review the outcome of the rapid assessment conducted by IOM Ethiopia that will identify the needs and
gaps that face seasonal migrant workers.
• Meet with relevant stakeholders in Galabat and Lukdi to identify needs addressed by seasonal migrant
workers.
• Meet with Ethiopian Consulate and Ethiopian community to understand the needs of the seasonal workers and exploitation they face as labour migrants.
• Develop a PAO that covers basic information about life in Sudan, the migrants’ rights and obligations as
migrant workers, where to seek support in case of trouble with employers, and services available at the
MRCs in Gedaref and Metema.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
RequiredQualificationsand Experience:
Education
• Graduate degree or master’s degree in migration Studies or International and development studies.
Experience
• 10 to 15 experiences in the field of migration issues, especially those related to labour migration or
migrant protection and assistance, in the context of Sudan as well as in the field of humanitarian and
development filed, preferably with an UN agency or international organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic; Amharic and Tigrinya are a plus
Skills:
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with government authorities,
international institutions, NGOs and academia.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-task and multi-deadline environment.
• Flexibility to accommodate multiple feedback from diverse stakeholders.
Languages
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English language is required. Working knowledge in
Arabic language is advantageous.
Travel required
The consultant will undertake travel duties as required.
Competencies:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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 wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.
Core Competencies – behavioral indicatorslevel 3
• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
Other:
APPLICATION PROCESS
The interested applicant is invited to submit to IOM Sudan specific documents as stated below:
• An updated CV, overview of previous employment undertaken and contact details, accompanied by a cover letter detailing the applicant’s motivation.
• The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
• No late applications will be accepted.
Other:
• IOM has zero tolerance with discrimination and does not discriminate to HIV/AIDS status.
• This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals and those authorized to live and work in Sudan according to Sudanese regulations.
• Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Khartoum, Sudan on the respective closing date. No late applications
will be accepted.
How to apply:
• Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email: [email protected], by 06.08.2022 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
• In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From 24.07.2022 to 06.08.2022
No Fees:
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 account.
