Job Description

Project Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Turkmenistan is implementing two regional projects: 1) “Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and neighboring countries” which aims to provide comprehensive integration support to Afghan nationals residing in Turkmenistan with a focus on the socio-economic empowerment of women and girls from Afghan and local communities to ensure long-term sustainable development at the local level; 2)“Enhancing Protection of Migrants from Violence, Exploitation and Abuse in Central Asia” which aims to enhance the protection of migrants from violence, exploitation, and abuse throughout Central Asia by focusing ensuring migrants in vulnerable situations can access and benefit from protection-related services and enabling governments and civil society stakeholders to provide gender and child-sensitive protection and assistance to migrants in vulnerable situations.
Guided by the principle that collaborative efforts result in more effective, rights-based and people-centred outcomes for migrants and society, IOM will partner with national NGOs/POs for implementation of project activities to fosters greater local ownership and sustainability of project outcomes. NGOs/POs will act both as implementing partners (IPs) and beneficiaries  in project activities, including trainings, workshops, conferences, roundtables, identification, referral, case management and provision of direct assistance to  migrants in vulnerable situation, victims of human trafficking, as well as other relevant project activities. 
The NGO coordinator will be responsible for establishing, maintaining and coordinating partnership relations with national NGOs/POs for implementation of project activities in Turkmenistan, ensuring the efficient and compliant implementation of relevant project activities. NGO Coordinator will ensure that NGO/PO partners are consistently engaged, informed, and supported throughout implementation of the activities. NGO Coordinator will support consistent cross-sector collaboration within the country and ensure sharing of  best practices and lessons learned.

Project Title: 

1. “Comprehensive Action Plan for Afghanistan and neighboring countries”
2. “Enhancing Protection of Migrants from Violence, Exploitation and Abuse in Central Asia”

Duty Station of the Consultancy: Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Duration of the Consultancy: 6 months 

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

The national consultant will be responsible for, but not limited to the following tasks:

  • Establish and maintain working relations with NGOs/POs in Turkmenistan;  
  • Identify new partner NGOs/POs throughout the country and expand the existing CT NGOs/POs network;  
  • Coordinate with partner NGO/PO and organize the vocational educational training as per the project AWP; 
  • Coordinate and organize trainings, seminars, workshops, roundtables, conferences, and other project activities for NGOs, POs, and relevant government entities to build and improve their capacities;   
  • Cooperate with NGOs/POs to identify the victims of trafficking, migrants in vulnerable situations and further coordinate the delivery of return, rehabilitation and reintegration assistances, including medical, psychological, educational, social, legal and other assistance;
  • Conduct monitoring of the projects’ activities implemented by NGOs/POs;  
  • Provide support in development of press/releases and news on the conducted events of IOM in Turkmenistan; 
  • Assist in the development and editing of information and visibility materials and any other publications that are produced by IOM Turkmenistan within the project frames; 
  • Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  • Established and maintained working relations with NGOs and POs of Turkmenistan;  
  • Project activities (training, conferences, roundtables, etc.) for NGOs/POs, and relevant government entities to build their capacity were held; 
  • Monitoring and evaluation of implemented activities was conducted;    
  • Cooperated with NGOs and POs of Turkmenistan to identify victims of human trafficking, migrants in vulnerable situations, and further coordinated the provision of assistance upon return.

Qualifications

Education
  • Completed University Degree, preferably in Social Sciences, or in a related field. Or, alternatively, an equivalent combination of training and practical experience;
Experience
  • More than 5 years of experience of working in or with NGOs/POs sector in Turkmenistan, familiarity with the challenges of NGO/PO sector and knowledge of NGOs/POs networking;   
  • Familiarity with IOM work in Turkmenistan and its mandate;  
  • Skills and knowledge in data security and data protection principles; 
  • Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International specialized NGOs);
  • Ability to lead and coach individuals and to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; 
  • Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International Organizations, and International specialized NGOs); Knowledge of Russian language is a preference
     
Skills
  • Excellent proven analytical skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.  
  • Understanding and respecting diverse cultural contexts and practices.
  • Ability to clearly articulate thoughts, express ideas and information, and engage the audience in discussions.
  • Skills and knowledge in data security and data protection principles.
  •  Ability to complete tasks within the established timeframe while maintaining quality results.
  •  Excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
     
Languages
  • Fluency in Russian and Turkmen, good command of English language 
Travel required
  • Travel is required to: regions of Turkmenistan. Participation in Regional Trainings, workshops and conferences.  
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.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 6
Org Type: Country Office
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No
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