Project Context and Scope
The โEU4Migration in Albaniaโ project is a 48-month intervention that aims to support the implementation of effective, efficient, and EU-aligned border and migration management systems in Albania. The project is embedded in the strategic objective of the National Strategy on Migration (NSM) in achieving effective migration governance to address challenges and enhance migrationโs positive impact on development for the benefit of migrants and society. It also supports the GoA's 2023 commitment to improve the quality of asylum decision-making and decentralize procedures at the local level. ย Outcome 2 of the project, โAuthorities in Albania have strengthened technical and operational capacities to manage migration and asylum in accordance with international and EU standardsโ, envisions direct contribution to the National Strategy of Migration objective 4.2.3 โSpecial protection for unaccompanied refugees and migrant childrenโ by supporting major infrastructure, equipment, governance and operational improvements for the provision of protection-sensitive reception assistance to unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) in Albania (Output 2.3).ย ย More specifically, the project will support the (re)construction and furnishing of a national reception center for UASC in Tirana which will serve migrant children. The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has already identified the area of infrastructure intervention with an aimed capacity of 21 to 24 children. The UASC infrastructure will be compliant to all related standards and eco-friendly standards will be ensured through the instalment of photovoltaic systems. ย Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
EU4Migration in Albania (PX.0611)ย Tasks to be performed under this contract
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First deliverable โย Report on the review of: UASC Facility Design and Supervision ToRs, UASC Facility Design and Supervision Offers Evaluation, UASC Facility Conceptual Design, Report on the review of: UASC Facility Conceptual Design consulting with MoI.
ย ย ย Tentative deliverable due by 15 September 2025 [10 working days] - First Installment Paymentย
Second deliverable โย Report on the review of: UASC Facility Conceptual Design consulting with MoI, UASC Facility Complete Technical Design and BoQ, UASC Facility Complete Technical Design consulting with MoI, UASC Facility Construction ToRs.ย
ย ย ย Tentative deliverable due by 15 November 2025 [10 working days] - Second Installment Payment
Third deliverable โย Report on the review of: UASC Facility Construction ToRs, UASC Facility Construction Permit Application, UASC Facility Construction Offers Evaluation.
ย ย ย Tentativeย deliverable due by 15 January 2025 [10 working days] - Third Installment Payment
Fourth deliverable โย Report on the Weekly review of Construction Works on site, Construction Contractor documents, Supervision Provider documents, Supervision Approval and Request for Payments to the Contractor documents, Construction and Supervision Meetingsโ documents (info, agenda, minutes).
ย ย ย ย Tentativeย deliverable due by 15 March 2026 [10 working days] - Fourth Installment Payment
Fifth deliverable โย Report on the Weekly review of Construction Works on site, Construction Contractor documents, Supervision Provider documents, Supervision Approval and Request for Payments to the Contractor documents, Construction and Supervision Meetingsโ documents (info, agenda, minutes).
ย ย ย Tentativeย deliverable due by 15 May 2026 [10 working days] - Fifth Installment Payment
Sixth deliverable โย Report on the Weekly review of Construction Works on site, Construction Contractor documents, Supervision Provider documents, Supervision Approval and Request for Payments to the Contractor documents, Construction and Supervision Meetingsโ documents (info, agenda, minutes).
ย ย ย Tentativeย deliverable due by 15 June 2026 [5 working days] - Sixth Installment Payment ย Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
Satisfactory completion of the tasks indicated in this ToR Quality of deliverables submitted according to timelines outlined above Thorough attention to detail in processing complex design, construction, and supervision documents Team working abilityย Communication Confidentialityย Education University Graduate Degree in Civil Engineering from accredited academic instituition Professional License in the Supervision of Construction works. Experience Experience of at least 15 years in civil engineering in the field of construction, reconstruction or refurbishment. Experience in the design, construction, supervision, of EU-funded infrastructure projects following standards and regulations of Albania and EU (EN Eurocode) is an asset. Experience with EUAA reception facility standards and recommendations is considered an asset. Experience in providing consultancy services for other international organization is considered an asset. Skills Excellent communication and reporting-writing skills in Englishย and Albanian. High-level technical/professional knowledge and skills, attention to detail and accuracy and analytical thinking. Be capable to propose swift and effective solutions to challenges faced within infrastructure work. Languages Fluency in English and Albanianย Travel required No Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found atย this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 Competenciesย โ 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 Organizationโs 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 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, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. 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. 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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:ย IOM Careers and Job Vacancies