CFA/UG/006/2026_Finalization of the National Diaspora Policy, Validation and Development of Implementation Strategy and Workplan – Consultancy B

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 overall objective of the project is to contribute to strengthening diaspora engagement in the socio-economic development of Uganda, particularly through climate action initiatives. This will be achieved through enhanced engagement with diaspora communities and the finalization of a comprehensive National Diaspora Policy that provides a clear framework for harnessing diaspora contributions towards national development priorities.

To support this objective, the project has facilitated a series of consultations, benchmarking exercises, diaspora dialogues, and technical engagements involving government institutions, diaspora representatives, development partners, civil society organizations, academia, and private sector actors. These processes have generated substantial evidence and stakeholder recommendations to inform policy formulation and institutional arrangements for diaspora engagement.

Significant progress has already been made in the development of the National Diaspora Policy, including the preparation of successive policy drafts and the completion of a Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) in accordance with Government of Uganda policy development requirements. 

Following a technical review, the RIA process was revisited and refined to ensure that the policy adequately responds to stakeholder concerns, clearly articulates the policy problem, considers feasible policy options, and provides a robust evidence base for decision-making. The revised RIA has since been completed and provides a strong analytical foundation for finalizing the National Diaspora Policy and advancing it through the Government approval process.

With the RIA process now concluded, the Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and with support from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), seeks the services of a qualified national consultant to review the existing policy draft, incorporate feedback and recommendations from previous consultations and technical reviews, facilitate policy validation, and prepare a final Draft National Diaspora Policy together with an accompanying Implementation Strategy and Workplan. This assignment will ensure that the policy complies with Government of Uganda Policy Development Guidelines and is ready for submission through the relevant approval mechanisms.

The consultancy will therefore support the Government of Uganda and IOM to finalize the National Diaspora Policy through a consultative and participatory process, facilitate stakeholder validation, and develop an implementation strategy and costed workplan to guide policy operationalization and facilitate the Government approval process.
 

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Deliverable A: Inception Report and Draft National Diaspora Policy

The Consultant shall prepare and submit:

1. An Inception Report detailing:

• The consultancy methodology;

• A detailed work plan and timelines;

  •  Stakeholder engagement and consultation approach;

    • Quality assurance mechanisms; and

    • A roadmap for finalization of the National Diaspora Policy and development of the Implementation Strategy and Workplan.

1. A Reviewed Draft National Diaspora Policy, developed in accordance with the Government of Uganda Policy Development Guidelines, based on;

• The revision the existing draft National Diaspora Policy by incorporating findings, feedback and recommendations from consultations with key stakeholders and ensuring alignment with the Government of Uganda Policy Development Guidelines.

Deliverable B: Validation Workshop and Report

The Consultant shall:

• Facilitate a national policy validation workshop involving relevant stakeholders.

• Present the revised draft National Diaspora Policy and guide discussions on key policy provisions.

• Document stakeholder feedback, recommendations, areas of consensus and proposed amendments.

• Prepare and submit a comprehensive Validation Workshop Report capturing: 

  • Methodology and participation;

    • Key issues discussed;

    • Stakeholder consensus;

    • Proposed amendments and recommendations; and

    • Agreed actions for policy finalization.

Deliverable C: Final Draft National Diaspora Policy, Implementation Strategy and Workplan

The Consultant shall:

• Incorporate all agreed recommendations, comments and amendments arising from stakeholder consultations, technical review processes and the national validation workshop into the revised policy document.

• Prepare and submit a Final Draft National Diaspora Policy aligned with the Government of Uganda Policy Development Guidelines and reflecting stakeholder consensus.

• Develop a comprehensive National Diaspora Policy Implementation Strategy outlining: 

  • Strategic objectives and priorities;

    • Institutional roles and responsibilities;

    • Coordination mechanisms;

    • Resource mobilization considerations; and

    • Monitoring, evaluation and reporting arrangements.

• Develop a Costed Implementation Workplan detailing priority actions, implementation timelines, key actors, performance indicators and estimated resource requirements.

• Prepare a final consultancy report documenting the policy review and validation process, stakeholder engagement outcomes, recommendations incorporated and proposed next steps to facilitate Government review and approval.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Successful preparation and implementation of a stakeholder engagement plan.
• Effective facilitation of stakeholder consultations and validation processes.
• Evidence of broad stakeholder participation, including government institutions, diaspora representatives, civil society and private sector actors.
• Demonstrated incorporation of stakeholder recommendations into final outputs.
• Compliance with Government of Uganda policy development guidelines.
• Timely submission of all deliverables within agreed deadlines.
• Production of high-quality policy documents and reports meeting stakeholder expectations.
• Application of gender-responsive, rights-based and inclusive approaches throughout the consultancy process. Adapted from existing performance requirements. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s University degree in a relevant field (Political science, Public Administration, Public policy, Social Sciences, or other related fields), or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience from an accredited academic institution with 05 (five) years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• 5+ years' experience in participatory research especially in areas of labour migration, diaspora engagement and capacity building.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of diaspora issues to promote policy and legislative good practices.
• Proven understanding of migration issues and experience in preparing written reports and public presentations.
   

Skills

• Excellent public policy research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Experience in developing research tools will be an added advantage.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement especially with government and private sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

Required

• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
   

Desirable

• Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
   

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.

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