Key Responsibilities

Category A Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract

· Support the evaluation and monitoring of the overall implementation of the Migration for Development project (MDP) in Senegal in close coordination with the MDP team.

· Liaise and coordinate with government entities, implementing partners, United Nation agencies, civil society, donors and other stakeholders within the scope of the evaluation and monitoring of the MDP in Senegal

· Support the MDP team in the organization of workshops, policy dialogues, and knowledge-sharing events with key stakeholders.

· Collaborate with internal teams and external partners and with the Programme coordinator and LMI and other evaluation and monitoring Units of Regional and Country Office within the scope of the project.

· Support the finalization of the MDP Final Report in coordination with the program Coordinator based in Guinea Conakry.

· Perform such other duties as may be assigned to support the closure of the MDP in Senegal.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

A Minimum of One (1) pager report summarizing main tasks followed and/or achievement will be submitted by the Consultant at the end of every month.

A full report of the project will be produced at the end of the consultancy after the evaluation and monitoring of the implementation of the activities outlined in the project document and before its closure date

Required Qualifications

Education, Experience and/or skills required

Academic requirements

· Master’s degree in social sciences, migration studies, international relations, development studies, or a related field.

Experiences

· A minimum of 5 years’ experience in human mobility or other related fields, and with experience in project management or development and on project evaluation or monitoring,

· Experience on stakeholder engagement, particularly with government entities, donors, and civil society organizations

· Experience working with international organizations, local authorities, and civil society actors

· Familiarity with IOM’s or other UN policies and frameworks

Skills

· Knowledge of project evaluation and results-based reporting approaches.

· Strong writing and analytical skills, including the development and evaluation of projects.

· Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks.

· Takes initiative, responsibility for actions and manages constructive criticisms;

· Contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

· Effective interpersonal and communication skills to engage with donors, government and diverse stakeholders;

· Strong attention to detail, and the ability to work with accuracy under pressure while maintaining

· confidentiality.

· Proficiency in basic computer software, such as MS Office applications, Adobe PDF, and a good

working knowledge of Excel.

Languages

Fluency in French and working knowledge in English is required (Oral and written)

Travel required

· The consultant may be required to travel within Senegal, particularly to border areas and targeted communities, for field monitoring and assessments and stakeholder consultations

· Travel to other African regional countries engaged in the MDP program for coordination meetings.

· All travel must be pre-approved by IOM and will follow the organization’s travel policies, covering transportation, per diem, and accommodation.

· The consultant is expected to comply with IOM’s security protocols and guidelines to ensure safe and efficient travel during the assignment

· The Consultant’s inbound and outbound travel at the start and end of the consultancy period will be covered by IOM if he or her is engaged out of Senegal.

· The Consultant will take on duty travel if required, which will be covered by IOM.

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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