Consultant’ (Stakeholder Engagement & Field Coordination)

Job Description

R ESPONSIBILITIES Job Responsibilities: S upport Implementation of Information and Awareness Campaigns: C oordinate closely with the IOM team in New Delhi and the identified service provider to support the roll-out of information and awareness campaigns in the target locations (Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh and Delhi). A ssist in the adaptation and dissemination of IEC materials, ensuring contextual relevance and outreach effectiveness among migrant populations and key stakeholders. M onitor field-level campaign activities and provide timely updates and feedback to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines. F acilitate Operationalization of model Migrant Resource Centres (MRCs): S upport the service provider in setting up and operationalizing the Migrant Resource Centres at the identified sites. A ssist in developing work plans and coordination mechanisms for MRC operations in consultation with the IOM India team. P rovide technical and logistical inputs for initiating MRC activities such as community outreach, counselling, referral services, and stakeholder engagement. S trengthen Field Coordination and Oversight: A ct as a key liaison between IOM, the service provider, and local stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of project activities. I dentify implementation bottlenecks and support the resolution of issues in coordination with the IOM team and partners. S upport Research and Data Collection: A ssist the service provider in initiating baseline assessments, stakeholder interviews, and data collection related to migration trends, services, and awareness levels in the three locations. S upport the documentation of good practices, case studies, and field insights relevant to MRC implementation and migrant support services. R eporting and Documentation: P repare regular field updates, brief reports, and inputs for donor reporting in coordination with the IOM team. C ontribute to the preparation of knowledge products, event summaries, and awareness campaign documentation as needed. * Please submit the duly filled IOM Personal History Form along with your application. Q UALIFICATIONS Qualifications and Experience E ducation: M aster’s degree in public policy, Development Studies, or a related field. E xperience: M inimum 7-10 years of experience in migration, social development -related projects, project/stakeholder coordination, partnerships, preferably with international organizations (e.g., IOM, UN agencies). D esired Skills: P roven experience in monitoring community-oriented interventions, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building at state and city levels. S trong understanding of government systems, donor-funded projects, and community-based implementation. W orking knowledge of MS Office, strong organizational, analytical, and report-writing abilities. P roblem-solving skills sometimes with minimal supervision. L anguage: F luency in Hindi and English (proficiency in spoken Punjabi would be an asset) T ravel required: W illingness to travel extensively between Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana. R equired Competencies: I OM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. V alues - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values: I nclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion. I ntegrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. P rofessionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges. C ourage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance. E mpathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. C ore Competencies – behavioural indicators T eamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. D elivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. M anaging and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. A ccountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. C ommunication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. N otes A ny offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. A ppointment 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. I OM 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. I OM 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. 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