Readvertisement- Development of Operational Guidelines for the Implementation of the National Action Plan (NAP) for the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) 2026-2030

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

The Government of Bangladesh has adopted the National Action Plan (NAP) for the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) as a guiding framework to strengthen migration governance, enhance the protection and well-being of migrants, and promote safe, orderly and regular migration. The NAP provides a comprehensive framework for translating the objectives and commitments of the GCM into nationally relevant actions and interventions.

To ensure effective and practical operationalization of the NAP, it is important to identify priority areas, actions and implementation considerations that reflect the needs and realities of migrants and migration-affected communities at the local level. This requires an inclusive and participatory consultation process involving relevant government institutions, local authorities, civil society organizations, migrant communities, aspirant and returnee migrants, families of migrants, private sector representatives, development partners and other relevant stakeholders.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is supporting the Government of Bangladesh in this process through the project “Strengthened Service Delivery Systems for Improved Migration Management and Sustainable Reintegration,” implemented by IOM and funded by the European Union (EU).

Under this initiative, IOM will facilitate a series of structured, multi-stakeholder consultations at the divisional level in three selected divisions of Bangladesh and one national-level consultation to support prioritization and development of an operational guideline. The consultations will provide a platform to:

• Identify priority areas and actions for operationalizing the GCM NAP at sub-national and national levels;

• Assess the relevance and feasibility of proposed NAP interventions in local contexts;

• Generate practical recommendations for translating the NAP into implementable actions; and

• Support development of an operational guideline for GCM NAP

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: 

Prottasha II -Strengthened Service Delivery Systems for Improved Migration Management and Sustainable Reintegration

Responsibilities

Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment 

1. First deliverable – Develop and submit a detailed workplan, consultation methodology, stakeholder mapping, and consultation agenda/templates. The deliverable should outline the overall consultation approach, stakeholder engagement strategy, timeline, and key milestones for implementation. - First instalment payment (20% of overall contract value)

2. Second deliverable – Prepare consultation presentations and supporting materials; facilitate three (3) divisional-level consultations in coordination with relevant stakeholders; document key findings and recommendations from each consultation; and prepare reports for all three divisional consultations. The deliverable should also include a draft outline of the Operational Guidelines informed by the consultation findings.-  Second instalment payment (40% of overall contract value)

3. Final deliverable – Facilitate a national-level consultation to present and validate the draft Operational Guidelines, incorporating recommendations from divisional consultations and national stakeholders. Within 10 days of completion of the consultation process, submit the finalized Operational Guidelines, the Bangla-translated version of the GCM National Action Plan (NAP), and a comprehensive consultation report. The report shall identify at least five priority intervention areas under the NAP for GCM implementation and provide a framework for future action, coordination, and stakeholder engagement.).-  Third and final instalment payment (40% of overall contract value)

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Timely submission and quality of all deliverables, including the workplan, consultation methodology, stakeholder mapping, consultation reports, Operational Guideline, and final report. 

  • Effectiveness of consultation planning, coordination, and facilitation at divisional and national levels, ensuring meaningful participation of relevant stakeholders. 

    • Quality and comprehensiveness of consultation documentation, including analysis of stakeholder inputs, findings, priorities, and recommendations. 

    • Quality and relevance of the draft and final Operational Guideline, reflecting stakeholder feedback and practical recommendations for implementation, coordination, and monitoring of the GCM NAP. 

    • Ability to identify and articulate priority actions and intervention areas for the operationalization of the GCM National Action Plan. 

    • Clarity, coherence, and usefulness of final outputs in supporting future action, coordination, and stakeholder engagement related to the GCM NAP.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field.

• At least 5 years of experience in facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and policy consultations.

• Demonstrated experience working on migration governance, development planning, or related thematic areas.

• Strong analytical and documentation skills.

• Excellent communication skills in English and Bangla.

Required Competencies

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.

Required Documents:

The following documents were to be submitted as a single PDF file:
 

1. Technical Proposal with detailed methodology, tools, work plan and sample work.
2. Financial Proposal List all costs (including VAT) associated with the assignments. In addition, please kindly provide a breakdown of travel costs, if applicable.
3. Consultant (Individual) Profile: The CV of the expert including records on past experience in similar assignments and name of the references.

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.

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