Project Context and Scope ย The \"Strengthening National and Community Resilience to Disaster and Displacement Risks in the Republic of Fiji\" project, active from 19 August 2022 to 28 February 2026, was initiated at the request of the Fiji Disaster Risk and Management Office (NDRMO). This initiative aims to enhance resilience against frequent disasters in Fiji. The NDRMO recognized the International Organization for Migration's (IOM) expertise in Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) and its experience in collaborating with national authorities and humanitarian partners to manage displacement effectively. KOICA approved the project to align with the National Disaster Risk Reduction Policy 2018โ2030, the UNISDR \"Disaster Risk Reduction in the Republic of Fiji Status Report 2019,\" and findings from lessons learned after TC Winston (2016) and TC Harold (2020). Key components include:
- Developing national evacuation centre management guidelines that focus on constructing purpose-built centres and enhancing community and government resilience through capacity-building.
- Addressing protection and gender-based violence (GBV) in crises by tackling gender inequality and power imbalances.
- Monitoring and analysing the needs of displaced populations.
The projectโs overall objective is to strengthen national and community resilience to disaster and displacement risks through a participatory approach involving communities, government authorities, and first responders. By focusing on resilience, the project aims to enhance the preparedness and capacity of communities and families, ultimately breaking the cycle of recurrent displacement.ย
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
IOM Fiji Humanitarian Programme - โStrengthening National and Community Resilience to Disaster and Displacement Risks in the Republic of Fijiโ.
Tasks to be performed under this contractย Category B Consultants:ย Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment.ย The consultant hired to deliver a report on a three-instalment payment basis: - First deliverables:ย Submission and approval of the inception report. Delivered by email by: December 30th, 2025.
- Second deliverables: Submission of the first draft of the evaluation. Delivered by email by: February 14, 2026.
Final deliverables: ย Approval of the final evaluation brief and the partially completed of the management response matrix.ย Deliverable by email by February 28th, 2026.Performance indicators for the evaluation of resultsย Deliverables are to be provided by email to the Humanitarian Programme Manager, including brief written summaries of deliberations. Monitoring day-to-day support tasks will be managed and evaluated over email and formal discussions based upon the above responsibilities.ย ย The responsibilities listed above are expected to be carried out over the course of 48 days. Any deviation 48 days in the achievement of these tasks will be mutually agreed over discussion and email. Total workload will be monitored by the Humanitarian Programme Manager, and timeline for the delivery of these tasks may be adjusted based on mutual agreement and approval of the IOM Fiji Mission, in line with its policies and procedures.ย Education
Masterโs level degree or higher from an accredited academic institution preferably in International Law, Public Policy, Political Sciences, International Development, Public Administration, Social SciencesThe evaluator should have at least 8 years of relevant experience in leading evaluation assignments.ย Expertise in disaster management is required, and additional relevant experience is considered an asset.ย ย Experience
Demonstrated experience in carrying out similar evaluation assignments for projects related to disaster and displacement, community resilience, displacement protection, human rights, and gender is requiredย Demonstrated capacity to coordinate with and secure key informants (including government actors, civil society actors, NGOs, and target communities and their families) for data collection is required.ย ย Having work experience in the Pacific, specifically in Fiji, is considered an asset.ย ย Skills
Excellent communication, writing and editing skills in Englishย Excellent analytical and organizational skillsFlexible, reliable team player with proven networking skillsย Ability to function effectively and harmoniously in a fast-paced, cross-cultural work environmentAbility to work with minimal supervision and to meet deadlinesLanguages
Fluency in English and Fijian is required (oral and written)IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.ย Travel required
YesTravel within selected communities in Fiji when mutually agreed and in line with IOMโs travel policies.ย ย Required Competenciesย 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.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:ย IOM Careers and Job Vacancies
