Consultant for Improving Migration Governance and Access to Services

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. Established in 1951, IOM has grown to include 173 member states and operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization's mission is to ensure that migration is safe, orderly, and dignified, while also addressing the needs of migrants and the communities they impact. IOM's work encompasses a wide range of areas, including migration governance, humanitarian assistance, and development initiatives, with a focus on enhancing social cohesion and access to services for displaced populations.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a pivotal role in supporting IOM's mission in Tajikistan, particularly in the context of the Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and Neighboring Countries (CAP) and the Regional Refugee Response Plan for Afghanistan (RRP). The primary focus of this position is to enhance social cohesion and improve access to services for both Tajik and Afghan communities. The consultant will be responsible for empowering communities, supporting vulnerable populations, and integrating mental health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support (MHPSS) into livelihood initiatives. This role requires effective coordination and collaboration with various stakeholders to achieve the project's overarching goals of promoting social cohesion and improving livelihoods for displaced Afghans and host communities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties will include mapping the provision of basic services and protection activities at the micro level, providing direct assistance to vulnerable individuals and families, organizing sensitization and problem-solving group sessions, strengthening social networks, mapping socially supportive structures, identifying vulnerable cases, coordinating community-based activities, providing technical guidance to community focal points, conducting MHPSS needs assessments, and integrating MHPSS into livelihood support activities. The consultant will also be responsible for documenting outcomes, maintaining databases of vulnerable individuals, and ensuring effective communication of program activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in social sciences, social work, or a related field. Previous experience in social and protection activities, particularly with vulnerable populations, is highly desirable. Demonstrated experience in coordinating activities with team members and community stakeholders is essential. Knowledge or experience in MHPSS needs assessments and programming is also required, along with the ability to mobilize resources and build capacity at the community level.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in social sciences, social work, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of social issues and the needs of vulnerable populations.

Experience:
Candidates should have previous experience in social and protection activities, particularly in areas related to the intervention. Experience working with vulnerable populations, such as women, children, and persons with disabilities, is a strong advantage. Additionally, experience in coordinating activities with team members and community stakeholders is essential, as well as knowledge of MHPSS needs assessments and programming.

Languages:
Fluency in Tajik and Russian is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in other relevant languages spoken by the community or beneficiaries is considered an asset. IOM's official languages include English, French, and Spanish, and proficiency in these languages may be evaluated during the selection process.

Additional Notes:
The position does not require travel. Any offer made to the candidate is subject to funding confirmation and medical fitness certification. IOM provides coverage against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan, but consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accidents or illnesses. IOM maintains a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including discrimination and harassment. The organization does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only accepts applications submitted through its online recruitment system.