Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration


 

Project Context and Scope

The Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM), Labour Mobility and Regional Integration for Safe, Orderly and Humane Labour Migration in East And Horn Of Africa is a program funded by to Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) to enhance labour migration governance and protection of migrant workers and their family members’ human, social and labour rights through intra and inter-regional cooperation on a whole of government and whole of society approach, to support regional integration and facilitate mobility for transformative inclusive and sustainable economic growth as well as youth and women empowerment. More specifically, the programme is expected to strengthen national and regional Labour migration governance in accordance with the global and regional frameworks; increase national and cross-border cooperation on labour mobility; promote ethical recruitment and protection of migrant workers’ rights; and enhance avenues for safe, regular, and humane labour migration and mobility pathways through Free Movement Protocols/Common Market Protocolss and Bilateral Labour Mobility Agreements. The BRMM – Skills to Employment phase runs from 1 May 2026 – 31 March 2027.

  1. In March 2024, the IOM hosted a youth incubator for project ideas from youth in Kenya and Uganda in selected TVETs in which they pitched a business idea, accompanied by a short business plan. During this week-long training, four (4) winners were selected to kick-start their businesses with a small grant. After successful implementation of this activity, the BRMM programme further implemented this activity in nine (9) BRMM countries, reaching nearly 900 youth as of 31 May 2026. To prepare for the rollout, IOM has held two (2) Training of Trainers workshop for the nine (9) BRMM countries participating in this activity. Based on successful implementation, this activity continues to be a flagship element of the BRMM programme. In order to build sustainability of the YBI programme, IOM is seeking to link programme participants with national, regional, and/or international early-stage entrepreneurship financing mechanisms. The first stage of this is a comprehensive mapping of these grants, schemes, loans, etc in the four priority BRMM countries; Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Uganda. 
     

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion/ Better Regional Migration Management (BRMM), project code LM0659

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Programme Management Officer and in close collaboration with the Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, BRMM Country Focal Persons in the selected countries, the consultant will have the responsibility for the following duties: 

  • Draft an inception report contextualizing the research required along with the methodology workplan, research tools and criteria for assessing financing opportunities. 

  • Conduct primary and secondary data collection across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia and Uganda

  • Create a preliminary mapping of the financing opportunities for early-stage entrepreneurs 

  • Present the mapping to representative of the four BRMM countries

  • Finalize the mapping based on stakeholder feedback

    The mapping should begin with a regional overview of the startup landscape and regional and international opportunities for early-stage entrepreneurship financing. The mapping should then have country-specific sections with a small overview of the startup landscape and national opportunities for early-stage entrepreneurship financing. 

    As this is a dynamic space, preference for the format of the mapping should be easily updated (e.g. in PowerPoint format) rather than a static narrative report.  

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

The consultancy will take place during the period of 1 July – 31 August 2026. 

All materials developed will be considered intellectual property of the IOM. 

Payment Schedule 

Payment will be disbursed two times. Process for the first payment will commence once the NFF of the data collection has been completed, by 31 July 2026. The process for the second payment will commence once all remaining materials are sent to the Regional Office by 31 August 2026. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • University and/or higher degree in international business, international relations, social sciences, law, or migration studies. 

Experience

  • At least 5 years of research experience, including conducting such scoping research with published reports on same/similar area.

    • Knowledge of contemporary developments in private sector engagement. 

    • Experience working directly with youth and startup promotion will be an advantage.

    • Experience on entrepreneurship ecosystem or market systems development will be an advantage.
       

Skills

  • Excellent qualitative and quantitative research skills, including desk research, the development of research instruments, data collection, systematization and analysis.
     

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English (Oral/Written) is required.

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)
Initial Contract Duration: 2 months
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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