International Organization for Migration
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Project Context and Scope
The overall objective of the project is to build capacities at Points of Entry (PoE) to effectively respond to spread of infectious diseases/pandemic and facilitate seamless PoE operations in a safe, secure and process efficient manner in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Health Regulations (IHR) (2005) recommendations and standards to build traveler confidence and revitalize international travel and a return to pre-pandemic levels of cross-border mobility for economic recovery, resilience and growth of the implementing countries.
Given the increasing risks posed by global pandemics and public health emergencies, strengthening Sri Lanka’s border control measures at seaports is essential for mitigating the spread of infectious diseases while maintaining efficient trade and travel facilitation. The assessment will examine all aspects of current passenger clearance arrangements at seaports namely Colombo, Galle and KKS covering Immigration, Customs, Security, Health and Plant and Animal Quarantine processes. The assessment will also review systems, infrastructure, facilities available at seaports, inter-agency coordination and make suitable recommendations to strengthen compliance, while facilitating cross-border mobility.
Tasks to be performed under this contract
- In consultation with relevant stakeholders and in coordination with IOM, review the existing procedures followed by all agencies in processing passengers at Sri Lankan seaports (at minimum 3 seaports).
- Review the existing systems, technologies in use, infrastructure, facilities available at seaports including inter-agency coordination and human resource capabilities to support efficient passenger clearance processes at Sri Lankan seaports.
- Identify potential bottlenecks, inefficiencies and risks in the current passenger processing arrangements.
- Assess compliance of current border processing arrangement with the best international practices and regulatory frameworks, including ICAO and IHR guidelines.
- Recommend technological upgrades, capacity-building initiatives, and process enhancements to improve efficiency and security.
- Develop a roadmap for the modernization of seaport passenger clearance arrangements, taking into account the projected increases in passenger traffic and emerging security concerns.
- Based on all the above findings, prepare the final assessment report that will serve as a strategic document to guide national planning efforts, ensuring that Sri Lanka’s seaports are well-equipped to handle increasing passenger flows, streamline border operations, and enhance emergency preparedness for future challenges.
- Present the finding in a national symposium to national stakeholders in Colombo
Deliverables, timeline and payments
The Consultant will submit the Deliverables in three phases as detailed below:
- Completion of the baseline assessment before 31 May 2025
- Baseline assessment final report and roadmap – before 31 July 2025
- National Symposium – before 30 September 2025
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
Completion of the baseline assessment
- Baseline report and roadmap
- National Symposium
- List of meetings/ workshops/ consultations attended by the consultant over the contract period.
Education
- University degree in a related field with experience in immigration, border assessments, border control, or passenger clearance processes is required
Experience
- At least ten years of experience in conducting immigration and border assessments and preparing reports related to immigration, border control, or passenger clearance processes is required.
- A strong understanding of international standards (ICAO/IHR 20025) applicable for Points of Entry (PoE) is required.
- Sound knowledge on new technologies, systems, process and facilities use at PoE is a distinct advantage.
- Excellent English language and communication and presentation skills, with the ability to produce comprehensive and clear reports, are essential.
- Previous local and international experience conducting similar consultancies and working with government agencies or international organizations will be an advantage.
Languages
- English
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
- 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.
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- 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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