Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture, International Organization for Migration.

Project Context and Scope

The overall objective of the Project is to enhance disability inclusion in collective centres, strengthening institutional capacity and empowering individuals to ensure persons with disabilities can fully participate in their communities, advocate for their rights, and integrate into social and economic life. 

​​Within this project, disability inclusion services will be implemented through innovative, integrated solutions in selected collective centres. ​By equipping residents with the skills and confidence to advocate for accessibility and inclusivity, these initiatives will foster a more supportive and informed environment, both within the centres and in the wider community, while building on recent national and international initiatives advancing disability inclusive employment in Ukraine. 
 

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing


3R (Response, Resilience and Recovery) Unit, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support; Disability and Inclusion mainstreaming.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

 1. Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Disability Inclusion (DI) activity plan, ensuring activities respond to identified needs and that progress is tracked against agreed objectives and indicators. 

2. Ensure timely and accurate reporting on implemented activities, results, challenges, and lessons learned, in line with IOM reporting requirements. 

3. Enhance the accessibility, equipment, and staff capacity in collective centres to assist Persons with Disabilities, including conducting or contributing to technical accessibility and universal design assessments, identifying gaps, and supporting the provision of appropriate assistive technologies and devices in line with international inclusion standards. 

4. Strengthen the capacities of Persons with Disabilities to actively participate and represent their interests in collective centres and host communities by facilitating empowerment activities, peer‑support initiatives, and leadership or self‑advocacy initiatives, including the provision of in-kind equipment and supervision, to promote meaningful engagement in decision‑making and community life. 

5. Support the development of life skills among Persons with Disabilities, in collaboration with MHPSS staff and consultants, through the design and delivery of tailored sessions aimed at strengthening autonomy, confidence, and readiness for access to education, vocational training, and employment including skills related to organization, problem‑solving, decision‑making, adaptability, and workplace preparedness. 

6. Coordination and constant interaction with local Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), at local and national levels, including in needs assessments, design and implementation of empowerment activities, monitoring and feedback processes, to ensure that interventions reflect lived experiences, align with CRPD principles of participation, and strengthen national disability networks. 

7. Assist the Senior MHPSS Associate (Mainstreaming) and the programme management., contributing to the implementation and monitoring, and quality assurance of disability‑inclusive of project components. 

8. Support in the creation of the DI activity plan based on identified needs and ensure smooth implementation and monitoring of the plan’s progress. 

9. Ensure the on-time reporting about the provided activities. 

10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Outcome:  40 hours of work per week of D&I mainstreaming efforts. 

  • The successful implementation of the planned activities with the proper quality of service delivery in line with IOM guidelines.

  • The fulfilment of the time on the job required as indicated in the contract, which will be confirmed through a detailed time sheet.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master’s degree in the social or humanitarian sphere from an accredited academic institution with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in the development or humanitarian sector;  

    or 

  • University degree in the above field with 3 years of relevant professional experience in the development or humanitarian sector.

Experience/Skills

  • Demonstrated experience and updated knowledge in the field of accessibility and disability inclusion.

  • Experience in technical resources development, including tools, guidelines, and training materials.

  • Sound knowledge of foundational concepts in relation to accessibility and disability inclusion. 

  • Candidate must be familiar with the UN system, with understanding of IOM being an advantage.

  • Ability to foster commitment and build capacity among personnel, including training and workshop facilitation.

  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver within the timeframe

Languages

Fluency in Ukrainian is required. Working knowledge of English would be an asset.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

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 five 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

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. 

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Skills

Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
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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