Consultant (National) – Legal Review

pen to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title               :    Consultant to Support the Implementation of Gap Analysis Assessment of Thailand Migration Policies Focusing on Protection of Vulnerable
Migrants including Victims of Trafficking, Migrant Children and Vulnerable Migrant Workers
Duty Station                :    Bangkok, Thailand
Classification              :      Consultancy
Type of Appointment   :     Consultant Contract (9 months)
Desired Start Date      :      As soon as possible
Closing Date               :     08 December 2024
Reference Code          :     CFA11927/2024 (EXT)

(Opens for Thai Nationals Only)

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (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, the private sector, and migrants.  IOM believes all migrants, regardless of their migration status, are rights holders. States, as duty bearers, have an overarching obligation to protect, respect, and fulfill the rights and fundamental freedoms of all migrants, without any discrimination, while promoting the security, well-being, and prosperity of all communities within their territories. IOM supports the efforts of States, at their request, to fulfill their responsibilities as duty bearers. Under the ongoing projects on Enhancing the Capacity of Thailand to Combat Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants through Enhanced Border Management and upcoming project on Enhancing Safe and Regular Pathways in Thailand by Supporting the Roll Out of the Royal Thai Government’s Five-Year Action Plan on Anti- Human Trafficking, IOM aims to conduct gap analysis assessment of Thailand Migration Policies.

Under the general supervision of Head of Protection Unit and the direct supervision of Program Manager (Protection), the incumbent shall be responsible for carrying out duties as follows:

• Collect relevant materials to support gap analysis assessment process
• Identify protection gaps outlined by existing laws and policies related to trafficking in persons, protection of migrant children and protection of migrant workers including in fishing.
• Develop progress update and reports on the ongoing implementation of gap analysis assessment highlighting the strategy, challenges and correction action that might be needed
• Support the Project Manager to set-up thematic working groups to support the implementation of gap analysis assessments consisting of individual experts, academia, government officials and CSOs
• Participate in coordination meetings and consultative meetings with thematic working groups as requested as part of the assessment process and draft minutes of meetings
• Respond to general information requests and inquiries related to policy development on migrant protection in Thailand as well as maintain all data and knowledge product produced by the project.
• Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by Project Manager

Education: 

• High School diploma with at least six years of relevant professional experience; or
• Master’s degree or higher in Law, Political Science, International Relations or any related field from an accredited academic institution institution with at least four years of relevant professional experience

Experiences:

• At least five years of experience in migration, counter trafficking and human rights issues in Thailand and Southeast Asia
• In depth knowledge and experience in conducting legal analysis
• Significant practical experience and knowledge of working with diverse national stakeholder groups, including with governmental partners on the development of networks, working groups, common standards and procedures, advocacy and technical capacity development related to protection of the rights of vulnerable groups in Thailand.
• Sound knowledge of the international standards, regulations and policies in the field of migrant protection.
• Experience working with an international or intergovernmental organization

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and reporting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment and exercise discretion, impartiality, diplomacy and neutrality
• Excellent presentation and representational skills
• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Personal commitment, efficiency, and flexibility;
• Gender-sensitive, culture-sensitive, and able to work with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Thai (oral and written) is required.

DESIRABLE COMPENTENCIES

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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 

• Teamwork: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels.
• Delivering results: Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the experiences of others.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments to others and to the Organization.
• Communication: Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.

• a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.

NOTE:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• This is a full-time position and requires physical presence in the office.