JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

IOM, in collaboration with the ILO, seeks to engage a consultant to support the development of a case compendium on emerging practices among businesses on reimbursement and repayment of worker-paid recruitment fees and related costs, aiming to provide a streamlined reference point for relevant actors.

Key Responsibilities

To develop the case compendium, a desk review shall be carried out on

1) Existing international standards and guidance on application of the employer pays principle and reimbursement or repayment of worker-paid fees and related costs,

2) Existing methodologies and guidance from various actors providing guidance and recommendations on the subject, including specific guidance with respect to women migrant workers, and

3) Case examples in which companies repaid or reimbursed migrant workers, outlining their approach, rationale behind, modalities, decision-making, gender responsiveness and any other considerations.

The desk review shall be complemented with in-depth interviews with representatives (to be identified by the consultant and IOM, and upon consultation with ILO) from key stakeholders providing guidance and recommendations to companies on reimbursement and repayment, and from companies themselves. Upon completion of the data collection, all data shall be analyzed and consolidated into a 20-page white paper.

Upon completing the final draft of the report, the consultant shall support IOM to organize an online roundtable meeting in February 2026 to validate the white paper. The consultant is expected to attend the roundtable. Feedback and input received during the roundtable shall be reflected in the completed white paper.

4. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: MBHR Asia, LM.0532, LMI IOM Malaysia

5. Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment

Category B Consultant hired to deliver a white paper on a two-instalment payment basis:

1. First deliverable – 1) Workplan for development of report (including 1 round of feedback and inputs by IOM and ILO), and 2) desk review (including 2 rounds of inputs and feedback by IOM and ILO) – Deliverable by email by 20 November 2025

2. Second deliverable – 3) in-depth interviews, draft of 20-page report for consultation purposes (including 2 rounds of inputs and feedback by IOM and ILO), 4) preparation for and attendance to roundtable (online), and 5) final white paper inclusive of roundtable inputs ( including 2 rounds of inputs and feedback by IOM) – Deliverable by email by 15 March 2026

7. Performance indicators for the evaluation of results: – High-quality report with complete and well analyzed data. Timely delivery of deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Education, Experience and/or skills required

– Master’s degree in law, human rights, social sciences, international development, or any other related field.

– At least five years of experience in the field of migration, business and human/labour rights.

– Experience with the application of the principle on prohibition of recruitment fees and related costs in various contexts.

– Fluency in English, in writing and verbally, is required.

– Experience working with UN agencies is an asset

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

Proficiency of English language will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel required

No travel required. If travel is required, IOM will cover the relevant costs.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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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