Consultant MMP

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

IOM Tunisia seeks to recruit a qualified consultant to provide technical expertise in migration data analysis, research support and reporting. The consultant will be responsible of the qualitative data gathering, development of data visualization tools and drafting and disseminating the final report. The consultant will work under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (Data and Research) within the Governance and Data Unit, in close coordination with relevant IOM units.

Duration of Consultancy: 31 working days (01.10.2026 to 31.12.2026)

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Unit: GOVERNANCE & DATA UNIT (GDU)

Project Title: Climate Change and Migration Data Program

Tasks to be performed under this contract

First deliverable: Qualitative data collection, through FGD and KIIs of migrants and other key informants from consular authorities. This includes preparation of the questionnaire and interview guide, identification of data providers, organization of at least 4 focus group discussions and of 24 key informant interviews.

Second deliverable: Drafting of the report, including data visualisation tools, consolidating and analysing the findings from field based-data collection conducted under the First deliverable, and translating them into clear, evidence-based recommendations to feed into the regional Missing Migrants Project.

Third and final deliverable: 01 workshop with consular authorities to present preliminary findings, gather feedback and identify needs. Drafting of the report of workshop and integration of the findings in the overall report.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

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Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Education: Master’s degree in social sciences, Anthropology, Migration Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Law, or related field.

Experience

Experience and Technical Skills:

• Proven experience of at least Six (6) years conducting qualitative research and data collection with migrants and vulnerable populations, including in fragile or cross-border contexts.
• Demonstrated experience working on missing migrants and/or Restoring Family Links (RFL) programmes or migrant protection, including engagement with consular authorities, and family tracing mechanisms.
• Strong knowledge of migrant protection, including risks faced by migrants along migration routes and the role of criminal actors/smuggling networks.

Skills

• Experience in designing and conducting qualitative data collection tools (interview guides, focus group discussion protocols, key informant interviews) with vulnerable groups, ensuring do-no-harm and protection-sensitive approaches.
• Experience in conducting legislative and administrative desk reviews related to migration and protection frameworks.
• Experience in facilitating workshops and validation sessions with government/consular counterparts.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work independently.

Languages

Languages: Excellent writing and communication skills in French and English (Knowledge of Arabic, both written and spoken, is preferable).

• Soft Skills: Excellent teamwork, adaptability in multicultural environments, sensitivity when working with vulnerable populations, and attention to detail.

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.

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