Job Description

Project Context and Scope
The Climate Mobility Innovation Lab (CMIL), hosted by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), was established to address the nexus between human mobility and climate change, and the challenges this intersection presents. The Lab aims to be at the forefront of fostering innovation and partnerships to address the complex challenges posed by climate change and human mobility in Africa.
Climate change affects communities in multiple ways and the burdens of this is often felt differently across genders, in particular with regards to vulnerable populations. Moreover, the consequences of climate change has a gendered dimension that remains poorly understood. As a result, the solutions developed for communities to adapt to climate change should be inclusive of this dimension to achieve equal and inclusive results for all. 

To achieve this, CMIL Africa will commission a gender-sensitive needs assessment to identify key challenges and opportunities related to the gendered impacts of climate change and mobility. The results will inform strategy, programming, and capacity development, ensuring interventions are inclusive, evidence-based, and aligned with local realities. The results of the needs assessment will be closely aligned with the work of CMIL on data and research, ensuring that results are cross cutting. The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Head of CMIL Africa. The consultant will also coordinate closely with the Climate Action Division in HQ, CMIL in Asia and the Pacific, CAD Regional Thematic Specialists, counterparts in IOM missions, and other colleagues.

 

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing


Climate Mobility Innovation Lab (CMIL) Africa

Category B Consultants

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

  • Methodology, road map and timeline, including:

    • Conducting a desk review of existing literature and methods to identify gaps and needs

    • Consult with experts and practitioners

    • Based on mixed methods approach to developing needs assessment methodology 

    • Developing a workplan for the development of the needs assessment

  • Needs assessment report

    • Based on a literature review and methodology

    • Include insights from focus group discussions with experts and practitioners

    • Identifies gender differentiated risks, barriers and opportunities in climate mobility innovation;

    • Builds institutional and community capacity to integrate gender-sensitive approaches.

    • Draft needs assessment report to include clear recommendations for CMIL to include in programming such as data collection, analysis and forecasting.

    • Develop comprehensive review process and conduct validation workshop to ensure results are solid and context sensitive 

    • Finalization of needs assessment report based on validation and review that provides actionable recommendations for CMIL-Africa’s strategic planning;

  • Communication and results

    • Develop communication materials for communication campaign of results

    • Present results at CMIL workshop/conference

    • Work with CMIL Africa team to ensure communication of results

Undertake all other duties are assigned by the supervisor 

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

1. Inception report outlining methodology, workplan
2. Draft gender-sensitive needs assessment completed 
3. Validation workshop/focus group discussions and summary report 
4. Finalized gender-sensitive needs assessment report 
5.  Two knowledge exchange and capacity development workshops delivered (with materials and feedback report) 

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree relevant to climate adaptation, environmental science, migration, or similar.
Experience
  • Proven experience in conducting both quantitative and qualitative research on gender and migration related issues.
  • Strong understanding of datasets and data sources relevant to gendered realities of climate change.
  • Prior involvement in the development or implementation of the gender programming in relation to climate action.
  • Excellent analytical, synthesis, and writing skills, with the ability to tailor outputs for both expert and policy audiences.
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in survey design and qualitative data collection methodologies.
  • Experience with participatory and community-based approaches is an asset.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining effective coordination with external partners across Africa. 
Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong organizational and project management capabilities.

  • Proven ability to collaborate with, engage, and liaise effectively across multi-disciplinary teams.

  • Understanding of climate migration, disaster resilience, or related fields is an advantage.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of English language will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Travel required
  • TBD
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: 3
Org Type: Regional 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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