Consultant for Community Engagement and Policing

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Position Title: Consultant for Community Engagement and Policing
Location: Astana
Country: Kazakhstan
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is recognized as the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration. IOM collaborates closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. The organization provides essential services and advice to both governments and migrants, focusing on the needs of millions of labor migrants in Central Asia. IOM has extensive experience in working with vulnerable populations through various programs, including anti-trafficking, protection, resettlement, and migration health initiatives. The organization is currently implementing the 'Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and Neighbouring Countries for 2021-2024' (CAP), aiming to assist over 17 million individuals affected by crises, including internally displaced persons, migrants, returnees, and host communities. IOM's work is supported by funding from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship department of Canada (IRCC) and spans multiple countries, including Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a crucial role in the International Migration Capacity Building Program (IMCBP), focusing on enhancing the capacities of District Police officers in Kazakhstan to engage positively with local communities through a community policing approach. The consultant will be responsible for developing a comprehensive work plan in collaboration with the IOM project team, submitting monthly progress reports, and creating educational materials tailored to the local context. The consultant will conduct two training sessions for migration service representatives, emphasizing migrants' rights and community engagement. Additionally, the consultant will support the implementation of a gender-specific needs assessment at border crossing points, conduct field visits, and interviews, and contribute to developing recommendations for gender mainstreaming in border management. The consultant will also provide expert support on capacity-building efforts related to migration governance and submit a final analytical report on the consultancy's outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a work plan in consultation with the IOM project team.
• Submit monthly progress reports detailing the consultancy's progress and activities.
• Create educational materials adapted to the local context, including a Community Engagement and Policing (CEP) toolkit, concept notes, pre/post surveys, and case/group exercises.
• Conduct two training sessions for representatives of the migration service, focusing on the tailored Community Engagement and Policing tool with an emphasis on migrants' rights.
• Support the implementation of a gender-specific needs assessment at border crossing points, which includes conducting six field visits and interviews.
• Based on the findings from the needs assessment, contribute to developing comprehensive recommendations and guidance for the Border Service to enhance gender mainstreaming initiatives in border management in Kazakhstan.
• Provide expert support on capacity-building efforts for immigration and border authorities, focusing on migration governance topics.
• Submit a final analytical report summarizing the results achieved during the consultancy period.

Required Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in Law, International Law, or related fields from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of professional experience in law enforcement agencies, institutions, or human rights institutions.
• Alternatively, a University Degree in Law, International Law, or related fields from an accredited academic institution, with at least eight years of professional experience in law enforcement agencies, institutions, or human rights institutions.
• Demonstrated professional experience in migration-related topics and migration governance.
• Experience working or liaising with government authorities, law enforcement, military agencies, international organizations, and migration-related stakeholders.

Educational Background:
The position requires a postgraduate degree in Law, International Law, or other related fields from an accredited academic institution. Candidates with a University Degree in the same fields may also be considered if they possess significant professional experience in relevant areas.

Experience:
Candidates must have at least five years of professional experience in law enforcement agencies, institutions, or human rights institutions if they hold a postgraduate degree. Alternatively, candidates with a University Degree must have at least eight years of relevant professional experience. Experience in migration-related topics and governance is essential, along with a background in working with government authorities and international organizations.

Languages:
Knowledge of the English language is desirable for this position. Proficiency in other languages may be beneficial but is not explicitly stated as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
The job does not specify the contract duration, seniority level, or whether it is full-time or part-time. It is implied that the position may involve international collaboration, given the nature of IOM's work across multiple countries. Compensation and benefits details are not provided in the job description.