Trainer on countering human trafficking and community-based protection (Consultant)

In the framework of Project “Strengthening the Capacities of Ukrainian Institutions and Local Organizations to Support a Community-Based and Participatory Approach to Protection and Durable Solutions” that is aimed  to contribute to the protection of and progress toward durable solutions for war-affected people in Ukraine, IOM Ukraine continues to conduct a series of one-day trainings on community-based protection for representatives of social services, initiative groups and community leaders in the project’s target hromadas. 

And in the framework of Project “Addressing Trafficking in Persons and Related Risks in the Ukraine Emergency Response” that aim to establish and strengthen counter-trafficking activities as lifesaving in the context of the current humanitarian response to the Ukraine crisis IOM Ukraine will organize and conduct 17 one-day trainings on countering human trafficking for humanitarian actors and protection workers across the country. 

The objective of this consultancy is to conduct 10 one-day community-based protection trainings according to the provided curriculum and to develop and design the contents of one-day training on countering human trafficking, and to facilitate these 17 trainings during April - July 2026 in different regions of Ukraine.

Organizational Department: Protection Unit.

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

1. To facilitate 10 one-day Community – based protection trainings in Kharkiv and Dnipro regions.

2. To develop and design the contents of the one-day training (curriculum, handouts, presentation, tasks), and to develop a questionnaire for pre and post training knowledge assessment for humanitarian and protection actors on countering human trafficking.

3. To facilitate 17 one-day trainings on countering human trafficking in different regions of Ukraine (Kyiv Odesa, Lviv, Dnipro, etc.):

   • Facilitate group work and provide all relevant expertise in Q&A sessions;

   • Organize and supervise pre and post training knowledge assessments.

     1. To prepare the trainer’s report for each training which should include:

        • Analysis of pre and post training knowledge assessment;

        • Observation on the group engagement, key discussion points and challenges.

        • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

           

          Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

          Deliverable 1 by 31 March 2026 – 3500 USD (United States Dollars Three Thousand Five Hundred)

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          1. 10 community-based protection trainings in Kharkiv and Dnipro regions are conducted and reports are submitted to IOM.

             Deliverable 2 by 31 August 2026 – 5950 USD (United States Dollars Five Thousand Nine Hundred and Fifty)

             1. Contents of the one-day training, presentation and the pre- and post-training knowledge assessment questionnaire for the training on countering human trafficking   is developed and agreed with IOM.

             2. 17 one-day trainings for humanitarian actors and protection workers are conducted and reports submitted to IOM.

                 

                The payment of the Consultant’s fees shall be initiated within 10 days after IOM’s receipt and approval of the outputs outlined above. 

                Education, Experience and/or skills required

                • University Degree in Pedagogy, Psychology, Law or related field, with five years of professional experience in the area of countering trafficking in human beings; 

                • Previous experience in developing and conducting counter-trafficking trainings;

                • Understanding of key concepts of protection and community-based protection;

                • Previous experience of work with vulnerable population and provision of protection assistance to beneficiaries;

                • Excellent understanding of human trafficking processes and relevant national legislation; 

                • Excellent written and oral communication skills in Ukrainian; knowledge of English will be an asset;

                • Ability to work independently and as a team member; 

                • Self-discipline and the ability to work according to set time limits. 

                  Travel required:

                  Yes, travel to the trainings location within Ukraine is necessary.

                  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.
             3. Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
          2. 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.
     2. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
     3. 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.
4. Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.