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 International Organization for Migration (IOM) Hungary is implementing the project REACHMIND – Refugee, Education, And Children Mental Health IN Development: Empowering children, parents and teachers in promoting and protecting refugee, migrant and minority children’s mental health (Grant Agreement No. 101190350), funded under the European Union Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) Programme.
Under Work Package 4 (Communication and Dissemination of Findings), IOM Hungary is responsible for coordinating the development of the project’s policy brief and organizing a transnational webinar to disseminate project findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders at national and European level. These activities contribute to the project’s objective of strengthening awareness, policy uptake, and evidence-based approaches to promoting the mental health and well-being of refugee, migrant and minority children. 
Following the approval of Grant Agreement amendment, additional expert support is required to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of the WP4 outputs. The Consultant will provide specialized expertise in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, drafting and dissemination activities, including the review of project outputs, preparation of policy recommendations, drafting of the project policy brief, consolidation of partner contributions, and support to the design and facilitation of the final project webinar. 
The assignment is expected to be delivered over an estimated level of effort of 384 working hours during the consultancy period.

 
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
International Organization for Migration (IOM) Hungary – Programme Unit
Project: REACHMIND – Refugee, Education, And Children Mental Health IN Development (Grant Agreement No. 101190350)
 
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS/WBL): PX0614:X:1:2:002
The Consultant will support the implementation of Work Package 4 – Communication and Dissemination of Findings, with a particular focus on:
 
  • Development of the project policy brief (EU-level and support to national policy recommendations);
  • Consolidation and review of technical inputs from consortium partners;
  • Stakeholder engagement and dissemination activities;
  • Planning, preparation and facilitation of the final project webinar.
Duty station: Home-based/remote, with availability to work across European time zones.
The consultant will work under the overall supervision of the IOM Hungary Project Management Team and in close coordination with project partners.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract
  • Review and analyse relevant REACHMIND project outputs, including needs assessment reports, toolkit testing results, and feedback from pilot activities and stakeholders.
  • Develop a structured and coherent policy narrative for the REACHMIND policy brief, including key findings and challenges identified across partner countries, cross-country comparative analysis, and evidence-based and actionable policy recommendations.
  • Draft the policy brief, ensuring clarity, coherence, policy relevance, alignment with EU-level and national policy frameworks, and inclusion of cross-cutting insights and country-specific considerations.
  • Revise and finalize the policy brief based on inputs received from IOM and project partners.
  • Collect, consolidate and integrate inputs from consortium partners, ensuring consistency in messaging and terminology, coherence across country contributions, and appropriate representation of national contexts where relevant.
  • Define the objectives, target audience and key messages of the REACHMIND webinar, ensuring alignment with the policy brief and the project’s dissemination objectives.
  • Develop the webinar concept note, agenda, structure and proposed format, such as presentation, panel discussion or interactive session.
  • Prepare webinar supporting materials, including presentation slides, key speaking points and other materials required for the event.
  • Lead and facilitate the webinar, including presenting key findings and policy recommendations, moderating sessions and discussions, supporting stakeholder engagement, and coordinating inputs from speakers where applicable.
  • Prepare a short post-webinar summary capturing key outcomes and feedback.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  • Relevant project outputs are reviewed and reflected in the policy brief, including needs assessment reports, toolkit testing results, and feedback from pilot activities and stakeholders.
  • Policy brief first draft is submitted in a clear, coherent and policy-relevant format, including key findings, cross-country analysis and evidence-based recommendations.
  • Final policy brief is revised and finalized based on comments from IOM and project partners.
  • Partner inputs are collected, consolidated and integrated in a structured input consolidation matrix.
  • Webinar concept note is prepared, including objectives, target audience, agenda, structure and proposed format.
  • Webinar materials, including presentation slides and speaking points, are prepared to support effective delivery of the event.
  • Webinar is delivered in a professional and structured manner, including presentation of findings and recommendations, facilitation of discussion, and engagement with relevant stakeholders.
  • Short post-webinar summary is submitted, capturing key outcomes and feedback.
  • Deliverables are completed in line with the agreed consultancy timeline and deliverable-based modality.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Advanced university degree in public policy, social sciences, education, migration or development studies, or a related field.

Experience

  • Technical knowledge (Asset) in 
    • Migration and integration
    • Education systems
    • Mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS)
    • Child and social inclusion policies
       
  • Minimum 5–7 years of relevant professional experience, including:
    • Policy analysis and drafting
    • Development of policy briefs or analytical reports
       
  • Demonstrated experience in:
    • Translating research findings into policy-relevant recommendations
    • Working on EU-funded or multi-country projects
       
  • Proven experience in: 
    • Designing and facilitating webinars or similar stakeholder events
    • Presenting to diverse audiences, including policymakers and practitioners

Skills

  • Excellent analytical and drafting skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and inputs
     

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English is required and knowledge of consortium languages (Hungarian, Slovak, Polish, Czech) is 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

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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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