Project Context and Scope
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) aims to strengthen economic integration across its 12 Member States, with one of its key strategies being the effective implementation of the ECOWAS Free Movement Protocols and the ECOWAS Common Approach to Migration. The Support to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa Phase 2 (FMM II) Programme is funded by the European Union and jointly implemented by a consortium of partners, including the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD). The programme seeks to maximize the development potential of free movement and migration in West Africa by supporting the effective implementation of ECOWAS Free Movement Protocols and the ECOWAS Common Approach to Migration through three key components: Enhancing the ECOWAS Commissionโs capacity for policy development, harmonization, and monitoring; Strengthening national institutionsโ abilities in migration data management, policy development, and border management; and improving the capacity of Non-State Actors and Local Authorities to provide information and protection for migrants and cross-border populations.
The project intervention builds on the achievements of the first phase of the FMM project, further strengthening the ECOWAS Commissionโs capacity to lead dialogues on free movement and migration issues, policy development, harmonization, and adoption. One of the key strides made in the first phase of the FMM project, implemented in collaboration with the ECOWAS Commissionโs Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Unit and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), was the updating of the 2011/2012 edition of the Joint IOM-UNHCR-ECOWAS Manual, \"Protecting Refugees and Other Persons on the Move in the ECOWAS Space\". Additionally, the project supported the development of a comprehensive training package on Protection Principles in Mixed Migration Flows to complement the manual. Both the updated manual and training package played a critical role in strengthening the capacities of lead national agencies responsible for humanitarian response, protection, and migrantsโ rights across ECOWAS Member States and Mauritania, with a keen focus on mixed migration concepts.
As part of efforts to support the ECOWAS Commission, a Mixed Migration Strategy was developed to enable Member states and ECOWAS to strengthen the regional protection framework. The Mixed Migration strategy aims at guiding the relevant thematic directorates of ECOWAS concerned with protection in the context of migration. The validation and finalization of the draft is undergoing discussion with the Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs. ย
In the second phase of the FMM programme, there is a need to revise the Mixed Migration Strategy and its alignment or inclusion in the ECOWAS Regional Migration Policy, and to support the MIDWA mixed migration working group, to enhance coordination and operational effectiveness in addressing mixed migration challenges across the region.
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Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
The consultant is contributing to the ECOWAS regional project โSupport to Free Movement of Persons and Migration in West Africa Phase II,โ which is funded by the European Union and jointly implemented by a consortium including the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). ย The consultant will work under the day-to-day supervision of the Director of ย Humanitarian and Social Affairs Directorate or her designated representative.ย asks to be performed under this contract
The tasks listed below will be subject to ongoing review and, where necessary, adjusted in consultations between the incumbent, the ECOWAS Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs and IOM:
a)ย ย ย ย Technical and administrative support to the Mixed Migration working group:
Conduct a baseline assessment of mixed migration trends, challenges, and opportunities in the region[1].
Review all regional guidelines, policies, and studies on mixed migration which were developed during the first phase of the project and beyond, using the baseline assessment to identify gaps, provide recommendations, and prevent duplication of efforts.
Engage key stakeholders (e.g., ECOWAS Commission, member states, IOM etc) to gather insights on priorities and gaps.
Support liaison with the African Migration Observatory and in the compilation of critical data on mixed migration within and relevant to the ECOWAS region.
[1]ย Baseline assessment: This assessment will examine key mixed migration indicators and practices within the ECOWAS Commission, ECOWAS Member States, and Mauritania, identifying the strengths and weaknesses of existing frameworks. The evaluation will focus on the following key areas:
b)ย ย ย ย Development of the Strategic Plan of the Mixed Migration working group, capacity building and liaison with key stakeholders.ย
Development and Finalization of the Strategic Plan of the TWG: The consultant will support the Humanitarian and Social affairs Directorate in production and finalization of a revised Strategic Plan of the Mixed Migration Working Group. This will include:
Support the development of the Mixed Migration Working Group strategy by identifying key action areas, developing strategic priorities and action plan.
Support the organization of technical and validation meetings both physical and online and develop a Monitoring and Evaluation framework to track progress of developed strategies.
Support the design and delivery of capacity building on protection of Vulnerable mixed migrants for the Working Group in line with the Strategic Plan and for other key stakeholders as required.ย
c)ย ย ย ย Perform other duties as might be assigned by the Director Humanitarian and Social Affairs or her designated representative.ย
ย TANGIBLE AND MEASURABLE OUTPUT OF THE WORK ASSIGNMENT:
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Performance indicators for the evaluation of resultsย
TANGIBLE AND MEASURABLE OUTPUT OF THE WORK ASSIGNMENT:ย
Time Required
Activities & Deliverables
1st Deliverable: 1 month after start date of consultancy
Develop and submit a consultancy work plan developed in coordination with the Humanitarian and Social Affairs Directorate.
Submit draft inception report to include a review of literature and the outline of the draft baseline assessment of mixed migration trends, challenges and opportunities.
Payment of 25% amount of total consultancy services fees upon submission and approval of all documents and materials stated in this session.
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2nd Deliverable: 3ย months after the start date of consultancy
Submit a zero draft of the baseline assessment. ย
Submit a zero draft of the Strategic Plan for the Mixed migration working group.ย
Support delivery of technical meetings on mixed migration[1]. ย
Support integration of concerns around vulnerable mixed migrants in other work areas of the Division of Human Security and Civil Society and Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs[2]. ย
3rd Deliverable: 6 months after start date of consultancy
Submit final draft of the Baseline Assessment and M&E framework (based on feedback from the HSCS and from Member States and partners).
Compile data on mixed migration from the African Migration Observatory relevant to the ECOWAS region.ย
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4th Deliverable: 9 months after start date of consultancy
Submit final Strategic Plan of the Mixed Migration Working Group.ย Submit final report of the Consultancy. ยย
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[1] This delivery will run throughout the consultancy.ย
[2] ย This delivery will run throughout the consultancy.ย Performance indicators for the evaluation of results: ย ย
Ability to accurately coordinate with the ECOWAS Commission relevant stakeholders.Satisfactory completion of tasks indicated in the ToR.ย Timeliness: Ability to meet the project timeline and deliver on time.ย Clarity: Ability to communicate protection, mixed migration and free movement contents clearly and concisely.ย Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changes in scope or objectives.ย Knowledge: Understanding of migrant protection, management and free movement context for West Africa region.ย Understanding: Ability to understand and interpret the complexities of the migrant protection, TiP and free movement-related programme.ย Responsiveness: Ability to provide timely responses to inquiries from all stakeholders.ย
Education, Experience and/or skills required:ย
A Masterโs degree from an accredited academic institution in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration, or a related field. A first-level university degree, combined with five additional years of relevant experience, may be accepted in place of a masterโs degree.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in regional integration and the free movement protocolProficiency in English ย Knowledge of either French or Portuguese is an added advantage.ย Strong Analytical, Communication and Reporting Skills ย Extensive work experience in migration protection, counter trafficking and migration governance.ย ย Ability to work with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.ย ย Excellent understanding of gender-related needs, perspectives, concerns, and participation.Willingness to travelย Travel required National or international travels could be required and informed in advance.Required Competenciesย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.ย 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 Competenciesย โ 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 Organizationโs 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.
DURATION OF THE CONTRACT AND PAYMENT:
โข ย ย ย ย The duration of the contract is 9 months
The incumbent will receive an all-inclusive payment of USD 13,500 (naira equivalent will be made based on the prevailing United Nations (UN) exchange rate at the time of payment and in 4 instalments:
ย ย ย ย Instalment 1 USD 3,375 (25%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverable one.
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ย ย ย ย Instalment 2 USD 3,375 (25%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverable two.
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ย ย ย ย Instalment 3 USD 3,375 (25%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverables three.ย
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ย ย ย ย Instalment 4 USD 3,375 (25%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverables four.ย
The consultant will be responsible for:
All the deliverables as set out in the TORProvision of communication (phone/internet) including payment.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT:
Upon the advertisement of the Consultancy Notice, qualified individual consultants are expected to submit:ย
1.ย ย ย ย CV/Resume, indicating comprehensive experience in similar projects/assignments, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the candidate and at least three (3) professional references.ย
2.ย ย ย ย Letter of expression of interest
3.ย ย ย ย Technical Proposal (Narrative) detailing methodology approach for the consultancy.ย
4.ย ย ย ย All individual applicants should be Community Citizens of ECOWAS.ย
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*Pre-selected candidates will be called for interviews.ย
*Applications without the adequate set of documents will not be considered in the selection process.Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.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.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.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.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.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.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:ย IOM Careers and Job Vacancies