Internationl Consultant - Migration Education Module Development

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Project Context and Scope

Building on ongoing efforts to strengthen migration governance and promote informed migration choices in Iraq, the project seeks to support the integration of structured migration education modules into selected universities and vocational institutions in coordination with relevant education authorities. This intervention contributes to broader national efforts aimed at promoting safe, orderly, and regular migration, while addressing the risks associated with irregular migration through evidence-based education and awareness initiatives.

Under this activity, IOM Iraq will support the development and integration of migration-related educational content within higher education and vocational training systems. The intervention aims to enhance institutional capacities to provide students and young people with balanced, practical, and rights-based knowledge on migration, including regular migration pathways, labour mobility, migrant rights and obligations, risks associated with irregular migration, and sustainable reintegration considerations.Under the overall supervision of head of Mobility Pathways and Inclusion (MPI) and direct supervision of Migration Management National officer, the international Consultant will be responsible to provide technical support for curriculum module development, stakeholder coordination, institutional engagement, and capacity-building activities with relevant ministries, universities, vocational institutions, and other key stakeholders. The assignment will contribute to strengthening long-term national capacities for migration education and support the mainstreaming of migration governance considerations into educational and vocational frameworks in Iraq.

 This opportunity is open to international consultants only. The position is home-based in Iraq, with frequent travel to Baghdad

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Mobility Pathways and Inclusion (MPI), Migration Governance and Labour Migration Unit

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

• Deliverable 1 – Inception Report and Curriculum Module Framework 

• Timeline: 31 of July
• Performance Indicators:
• Submission of an Inception Report outlining the proposed methodology, workplan, coordination arrangements, and implementation timeline.. 
• Submission of a Curriculum Module Framework defining proposed modules, learning outcomes, assessment criteria, and delivery methodologies. 

Deliverable 2 – Draft Curriculum Module Content and Facilitator Guides 

Timeline: 31 of Aug 

Performance Indicators:

• Development of draft migration education curriculum modules tailored to the Iraqi context. 
• Integration of migration governance, labour rights, ethical recruitment, regular migration pathways, and referral mechanisms into the curriculum content. 
• Submission of draft Facilitator Guides, including methodologies, exercises, and indicative delivery timelines. 

Deliverable 3 – Validation Workshop and Revised Draft Curriculum Package 

Timeline: 30 of Sep

Performance Indicators:

• Presentation of the draft curriculum package to IOM for technical review and validation. 
• Submission of a revised draft curriculum package reflecting stakeholder inputs and technical feedback. 

Deliverable 4 – Final Curriculum Package 

Timeline: 31 October 2026

Performance Indicators:

• Submission of a finalized and implementation-ready curriculum moduel package in English. 
• Submission of final curriculum module materials, including curriculum manual, participant workbook/handouts, and finalized facilitator guides.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• .  Inception Report and 1 detailed workplan submitted and approved by IOM within the agreed timeline. 
•  Curriculum Module Framework developed in coordination with IOM and relevant stakeholders. 
• Draft one migration education modules and one facilitator guides developed in line with agreed thematic areas and learning objectives. 
• One validation sessions/workshops conducted with relevant stakeholders  and IOM staff presence , and feedback incorporated into revised drafts. 
• Final curriculum package submitted in English .

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Masters degree in Migration in Migration Studies, or a related field

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in curriculum design and development, specifically for adult learning, vocational training, or capacity building programs.

  • Demonstrated experience in developing educational content, particularly related to safe migration, labor migration, and reintegration.

  • Proven ability to conduct desk research, synthesize complex information, and translate it into practical training materials.

  • Familiarity with the socio-political context of Iraq or the Middle East region is highly desirable. 

     

Languages

• English language proficiency is required. Arabic language proficiency is an added advantage.

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Note:  As part of your application, please submit a financial proposal outlining your approach and fees to complete the assignment.

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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