JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Under these consultancy services, the Consultant is expected to perform the following tasks:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive participant discussion and survey to analyse university students and staff’s perceptions and attitudes on issues such as migration, xenophobia and human rights practices.
• Design, organize and conduct surveys, informative sessions, participant discussion sessions and meetings with students, academics and university staff on the topics of migration, social cohesion, xenophobia and human rights practices in 8 universities.
• Identify the main stakeholders and target groups to be included in the field research in coordination with IOM and PMM staff.
• Prepare relevant materials, presentations, and other necessary documents for use in research and workshops.
• Collect necessary data for the research and workshops, analyse this data, and report the findings.
• Deliver presentations in informative sessions.
• Prepare primary brief reports after each field visit and share the report with IOM and PMM.
• Prepare the anonymized transcripts of the participant discussion sessions and share with the PMM and IOM after the completion of each field visits.
• Prepare a detailed interim report on the informative meetings, 8 participant discussion sessions findings, and recommendations, and present these findings to IOM and PMM.
• Prepare a detailed final report on all informative sessions, participant discussion sessions and workshop findings, and recommendations, and present these findings to IOM and PMM.
• Collaborate with academic institutions to enhance the effectiveness of field research and workshop activities.
• Participate in the activity-related meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Consultant’s functions do not include managerial, supervisory and/or representative functions. The consultant shall work in close cooperation with the PMM and IOM Project Team and will report to the IOM.

The above-listed activities are subject to further revision with the consent of IOM, in coordination with the PMM in line with the emerging requirements of the Project. If required by IOM, the consultant may provide additional consultancy services related to her/his competencies and expertise, in line with this Terms of Reference.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Assignment
Delivery Date
Payment

Preparation of informative session methodology, framework, content, questions of the survey and participant discussions sessions and target group
10 days after assignment

Organizing 8 informative sessions and 8 participant discussions and preparea brief report

Within 50 days after assignment
1st Instalment due on completion of 8 informative sessions and 8 participant discussions and submit a brief report on implemented sessions and discussions-50%

Submitting final research report report to IOM PoC
Within 20 days after the completion of informative sessions and participant discussions

2nd Instalment due on approval of final research report-50%

Payment will be made upon the successful completion of the informative sessions, participant discussions and workshops and approval of the final activity result report in two instalments. The consultant is expected to submit a brief report to IOM PoC after each implementation. The reporting and deliverables language shall be Turkish. All information shall be provided in electronic versions in Word and PDF format. The consultant shall be solely liable for the accuracy and reliability of the data provided and links to sources of information used. If translations to other languages are required, IOM will translate the outputs into relevant languages.

Required Qualifications

Education

Academic Qualifications:

• PhD Degree level in Migration Studies, Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Sociology, Youth Studies, Social Services, Psychology or related fields.

Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in migration studies, social cohesion policies or intercultural education at national levels
• Familiarity with the themes of migration, social cohesion, xenophobia, and social biases in academic and social settings.
• Professional experience in working with academics and relevant public institutions
• Experience in designing and conducting field research including surveys, FGDs, qualitative and quantitative data analysis and workshops.
• Experience in the United Nations System is an asset.

Languages

• Fluency in Turkish and English.

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

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

Travel required

The activity involves travel when necessary. The consultant must have no travel restrictions within Turkiye and be able to ensure flexibility in their schedule accordingly. The travel costs, accommodation costs (bed and breakfast) and living costs (terminal expenses, intra- city travel costs, lunch, dinner, etc.) of the missions to other provinces of Türkiye will be arranged and borne by IOM. IOM will arrange economy class round-trip flight tickets through its contracted Travel Agency.

As per UNDSS rules, the consultant is responsible for completing necessary online security training and submitting certificates and travel clearance prior to assignment-related travels.

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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