Project Context and Scope
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Labour migration is central to Central Asiaโs economy, with thousands seeking work abroad each year to support their families through remittances, yet it carries gendered risksโespecially for women who face limited access to tailored information, sexual and reproductive health services, and heightened exposure to discrimination, exploitation, and GBV/SEAH. To address these challenges, the IOM-led โSafe Migration of Seasonal Workers from Central Asia to the UKโ project promotes rights-based, gender-responsive migration governance and has developed a Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) module on GBV/SEAH to equip migrants with knowledge on prevention and support. To build political will and ensure systemic change, a two-day event is planned: a high-level round table on 6 November to raise awareness, secure senior-level commitment, and present the PDO module, followed by a training on 7 November to strengthen PDO trainersโ skills in delivering gender- and protection-sensitive sessionsโultimately fostering safer, more dignified, and inclusive labour migration aligned with international obligations.
ย Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
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LMD, Safe Migration of Seasonal Workers from Central Asia to the UK/KG10P0554ย
Tasks to be performed under this contract
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To moderate Day 1 of the event, ensuring the smooth flow of the agenda, timekeeping, meaningful engagement of participants, and delivery of one dedicated session on human rights in the context of migration and gender.
Day 1 of the Roundtable is moderated and prepared for:
- Moderate the full Day 1 agenda (6 November 2025), including opening, panel discussions, Q&A, and interactive segments.
- Ensure time management, transitions between speakers/sessions, and audience engagement throughout the day.
- Introduce speakers and panelists, facilitate discussions, and summarize key points where relevant.
- Deliver one interactive session in the context of gender and migration (up to 45 minutes).
- Collaborate with IOM staff in preparation meetings prior to the event to align on structure, content, and roles.
- Provide light-touch support in finalizing/modifying the Day 1 agenda if needed for flow and clarity.
Contribute to a brief summary of Day 1 discussions (bullet points) to be submitted within 3 working days after the event.
ย Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
ย The consultant facilitated all relevant sessions as per the tasks given. Education- Higher education (Bachelorโs degree or higher) in Sociology, Anthropology, Economics, Development Studies or Migration Studies or related field from a recognized institution;
- Good knowledge of national and international legislation in the areas of migration and labour legislation, human rights protection, counter trafficking, family and criminal lawย
- At least 5 years of working experience in migration and/or financial inclusion related fields; Prior experience of conducting research on labour migration; Prior experience in producing SOP;
- Extensive experience in communication with migrants and relevant government stakeholders;ย
- Demonstrated knowledge of international data and migration statistics standards and practices and ability to apply this knowledge to a new context;
- Knowledge of English, Kazakh and Russian.
- Ability to communicate efficiently and concisely, strong organizational skills, attention to the details,ย personal commitments, capacity to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from variedย cultures and professional backgroundsย ย Travel required
- Upon request Required Competencies ย 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.