Lead Consultant for Training Manual Development

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is an intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants alike. Established in 1951, IOM has grown to become a leading organization in the field of migration, with over 173 member states and offices in more than 100 countries. The organization's mission is to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, ensuring that migration is safe, orderly, and dignified. IOM operates globally, focusing on various aspects of migration, including humanitarian assistance, development, and policy advocacy.

Job Overview:
The position of Lead Consultant for Training Manual Development is a crucial role within the IOM's project titled 'Supporting Lesotho in VoT Protection and TiP Prosecution.' This project is supported by the US government and aims to strengthen the judiciary's response to Trafficking in Persons (TiP) in Lesotho. The consultant will be responsible for developing a user-friendly training manual tailored specifically for the judiciary, which will encompass various aspects of TiP, including definitions, victim psychological reactions, interviewing techniques, and the needs of victims in criminal justice proceedings. The consultant will also focus on cross-border collaboration between Lesotho and South Africa's judiciary to enhance the prosecution of TiP cases. This role requires a well-established international consultant with extensive experience in TiP, who can undertake desk research, conduct capacity needs assessments, and facilitate workshops to validate the training manual.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Lead Consultant will undertake a comprehensive set of duties, including conducting desk research and legal analysis of relevant laws to combat trafficking in persons. This will involve reviewing existing training materials, capacity assessments, and progress reports related to counter-trafficking projects. The consultant will carry out a capacity needs assessment through workshops or interviews, analyzing the roles of key stakeholders in criminal justice and victim protection. The consultant will produce a detailed training needs assessment report, develop a comprehensive training module for the judiciary, and facilitate a stakeholders' validation workshop. Additionally, the consultant will work closely with the IOM Project team to conduct a Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop, ensuring that the judiciary is equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to address TiP effectively.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess a Master's Degree or PhD in Law, Criminology, Human Rights, or Political Science. A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant work experience in training, trafficking in persons, and human rights is essential, particularly within regional and international contexts. The consultant should demonstrate expertise in conducting needs assessments and developing training modules and materials. Strong facilitation skills for stakeholder consultations and training sessions are also required. Relevant regional and international experience will be considered an advantage, along with excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills in English.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Master's Degree or PhD in a relevant field such as Law, Criminology, Human Rights, or Political Science. This educational background is critical for understanding the complexities of trafficking in persons and the legal frameworks surrounding it, as well as for developing effective training materials for the judiciary.

Experience:
The position requires at least 5-7 years of prior work experience in fields related to training, trafficking in persons, and human rights. This experience should ideally include work in both regional and international contexts, demonstrating the candidate's ability to navigate diverse legal and cultural landscapes. Experience in conducting needs assessments and developing training modules is particularly important, as is a proven track record of facilitating stakeholder consultations and training sessions.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all training materials and workshops will be conducted in English. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the local context or the languages spoken by the judiciary and stakeholders involved in the project.

Additional Notes:
This position is an external, independent assignment with a focus on developing a training manual for the judiciary in Lesotho. The consultant will work closely with the IOM Lesotho Project Management Team, which includes a project manager and the head of the office in Lesotho. The project team will provide logistical support for the assignment, including facilitating introductions to participants and ensuring timely feedback on deliverables. The specific contract duration and compensation details are not mentioned in the job description.