National Consultant

Project Context and Scope
 

As part of its efforts to promote regular, safe and informed migration, IOM is supporting the Government of Burundi in preparing candidates for labour migration through the development of pre-departure orientation programmes. These programmes aim to provide migrant workers with the necessary knowledge about their rights, responsibilities, living and working conditions in destination countries, channels of redress, as well as practical information to better prepare for their departure. To support this process, IOM wishes to recruit a national consultant in charge of developing communication and information materials adapted to the Burundian context and based on international standards.

  Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Labour Migration and Social Inclusion (LMI)

Tasks to be performed under this contract
 

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Head of LMI Unit , the Consultant will: 

I. Carry out a preliminary analysis of information needs based on a review of existing PDO training modules and the specific needs identified in Burundi, with the aim of proposing adapted communication formats and tools to help migrant workers better understand and engage with the PDO content.

II. Design a complete communication kit for pre-departure orientation: illustrated information brochure for migrant workers (English and Kirundi), educational posters for training centres, scripts for video or audio clips on key themes (migrants' rights and duties, contracts, health, etc.)

III. Produce appropriate information materials: brochures, illustrated educational booklets, awareness-raising video clips, digital content for online dissemination (social networks, websites)

IV. Test and validate the tools produced:

• Organize one or two focus group sessions testing the materials with a target group (potential migrants, recruitment agencies).
• Integrate the feedback received into the final version.

  V. Write and submit a final consultancy report

    Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  • Validation of analysis and content by IOM
  • Quality and completion of product materials
  • Final Report and Timeliness Education
    • Advanced university degree (master’s or bachelor’s degree) in communication, journalism, graphic design, education, social sciences, or relevant field. Experience
      • Proven experience in the design, production (including video) and dissemination of information and awareness-raising materials, preferably on social, migration or development themes.
      • Excellent writing, editing and editing skills 
      • Demonstrated expertise in script development and coordination of audiovisual production (videos, capsules).
      • Experience with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent).
      • Proven experience in designing communication materials for audiences with low literacy levels;
      • Experience working with national and/or international institutions, preferably on migration or development issues.
      • Ability to create educational and easily understandable content for a diverse audience, including people with low literacy levels.
      • Familiarity with communication for behavior change principles.
      • A good understanding of the issues related to labour migration and migrants' rights.
      • Knowledge of the Burundian national context on migration and destination markets is an asset 
      • Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English and Kirundi
      • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
      • Mastery of computer tools and web technologies.  Skills

        Securities

        • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
        • Integrity and transparency: maintaining high ethical standards and acting in a manner consistent with the organization's principles, rules, and standards of conduct.
        • Professionalism: Demonstrates composure, competence and commitment and good judgment in day-to-day management.

          Essential Skills – Behavioural Indicators

        • Teamwork: Develop and promote effective collaboration within and across units to achieve common goals and optimize results.
        • Delivering Results: Produces and delivers quality results in a timely and service-oriented manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed-upon outcomes.
        • Manage and share knowledge continually seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
        • Accountability: Ownership of the achievement of the Organization's priorities and responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
        • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex issues in an informative, inspiring, and motivating way. Languages
        • English and French  IOM’s 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.   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 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 Competencies – behavioural indicators
• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.