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Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

The consultant will revise and update the Nigeria National Border Management Strategy (NBMS) (2019–2023) to ensure full alignment with the revised National Migration Policy (NMP), the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM), the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, and other relevant regional and global migration and border governance frameworks. The revision will be undertaken in line with Nigeria’s national migration governance structure — specifically working in coordination with the Stakeholders’ Forum on Border Management (SFBM) — to ensure institutional ownership, policy coherence, and sustainability.
The consultant will further develop a detailed action plan that is fully harmonised with national coordination mechanisms, reinforcing whole-of-government and whole-of-society approaches and embedding clear implementation responsibilities, timelines, and monitoring mechanisms. 

• Analyze the implementation of the NBMS (2019–2023), document progress, challenges, and lessons learned to inform strategic revisions.
• Conduct a comprehensive gap and needs assessment by analysing relevant policy and frameworks, technical and operational structures and capacities to inform the review of the strategy.
• Assess how existing data collection and analysis mechanisms can inform strategic decision-making. Ensure that the strategy incorporates frameworks for data-driven border management, emphasizing improved data sharing, coordination among relevant agencies, and alignment with international best practices
• In coordination with IOM Nigeria, design and facilitate multi-stakeholder consultations and workshops with relevant government agencies, including security forces, immigration and local authorities, border communities, and international partners to gather insights on current context, prevailing challenges impacting on border governance and management. Recommend good practices to strengthen coordination mechanism towards improved integrated Border Management while achieving national goals.
• Analyse emerging cross-border security threats and migration patterns, assessing risks and technological advancements (biometrics, AI surveillance, digital border control) to enhance Nigeria’s border security and management efficiency. Use the findings to guide the revision of the Border Management Strategy.
• Following the consultations and analysis, work with NIS and relevant stakeholders to develop a revised strategic framework that reflects national priorities in addressing gaps and needs, regional integration efforts (ECOWAS), ensure alignment with international frameworks and global best practices. ensuring a comprehensive and coordinated approach.
• Work with NIS to design an implementation plan that aligns with the updated strategy and reflects stakeholders’ input, define estimated timelines and phases, roles and responsibilities of relevant institutions, and expected outcomes, supported with a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework and clear performance indicators.
• Facilitate the validation process to ensure endorsement by the Government of Nigeria and facilitate the development of a structured, actionable, and inclusive implementation plan.

 TANGIBLE AND MEASURABLE OUTPUT OF THE WORK ASSIGNMENT: 

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Quality of work: Ability to accurately coordinate with relevant stakeholders.
• Timeliness: Ability to meet the consultancy timeline and deliver on time.
• Clarity: Ability to communicate integrated border management and free movement contents clearly and concisely.
• Understanding: Ability to understand and interpret the complexities of the integrated border management and free movement-related programme.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with other stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changes in scope or objectives.
• Knowledge: Understanding of migration data collection and management.  Responsiveness: Ability to provide timely responses to inquiries.

Nature of consultancy 

The consultancy will be hybrid, combining onsite engagement with remote analytical work.

• Onsite: The consultant will be required to conduct in-person stakeholder consultations, workshops, and field assessments in Nigeria, working closely with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and other key stakeholders.
• Remote: Desk research, policy analysis, report writing, and coordination with international partners can be conducted remotely.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree from an accredited academic institution with fifteen (15) years of progressive working experience in the field of Border Governance, Migration Studies, Public Administration, Law, International Relations, Development Studies, or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with five additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 

Experience

• Extensive work experience in border governance and border management.
• Extensive work experience in migration data collection and management. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in regional integration and data management
• Demonstrated experience and skills in facilitating stakeholder/working group consultations. 

Skills

• Extensive knowledge and ability to draft and produce high-quality written reports. 
• Excellent social and intercultural skills. 
• Excellent understanding of gender-related needs, perspectives, concerns, and participation. 

Languages

• English

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.

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Job Description

• Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context

• Under the overall and direct supervision of the DTM Programme Officer, and in close coordination with the DTM Senior Programme Associate, the successful candidate’s primary role will be to provide administrative and overall project support for the implementation of the Displacement Tracking Matrix project in Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities.
• Retrieve, compile, summarise, and present information/data on specific project topics.
• Monitor budget; verify availability of funds; obtain necessary approval and update budget-related information.
• Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow up on administrative actions, etc.
• Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
• Draft correspondence, reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation.
• Organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• School diploma with four years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.
• Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of the broad range of migration-related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations;
• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS);
• Strong logistics skills related to the implementation of project activities;
• Good communication skills and proven ability to work in a team;
• High level of computer literacy (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Ability to work effectively with government counterparts;
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to collect statistical information accurately and maintain records;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain detail, accuracy, and confidentiality, and;
• Ability to work effectively with different levels within and outside the organization and with colleagues from various cultural and professional backgrounds.

Languages

• Required: For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Desirable: Working knowledge of the local languages in the Northeast, north-west and north-central.
• 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

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 (Level 1)

• 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.

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Interested applicant(s) should possess relevant qualification and experience

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Interested applicant(s) should possess relevant qualification and experience

go to method of application »

Job Description

• Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Context

• Under the overall and direct supervision of the DTM Programme Officer, and in close coordination with the DTM Senior Programme Associate, the successful candidate will be accountable and responsible, including but not limited to, for the production and dissemination of information on the displacement activities, data sharing, and support within Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Support the DTM data collection/assessments and the maintenance of the DTM database so that reliable/proper data is extracted from the existing databases.
• Support the program officer in the preparation of regular DTM reports and other qualitative/quantitative reports, maps, infographics, etc.
• Provide support to the enumerators regarding the DTM data collection process.
• Maintain data confidentiality per IOM's data protection guidelines while strengthening collaboration between departments and projects.
• Assist in filing systems improvement.
• Data entry when necessary.
• Assisting with workshops and training.
• Perform any other related task as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• A Diploma Degree with four years of relevant experience in ICT, Computer Science, Statistics, Database, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science, Statistics, Database, Business Administration, or any related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a related field, such as ICT, Computer Science, Statistics, Database, Business Administration, or any preferred related field.
• Previous work experience with an International Organization or NGOs dealing with refugees would be a strong advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet applications, Microsoft Outlook, Access, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Advanced knowledge of mobile data collection, especially ODK and KOBO.
• Experience in using software programs such as Excel, STATA, SPSS, and SAS for data analysis.
• Basic knowledge of GIS tools and relational databases (e.g., SQL Server-Spatial and ArcGIS).

Skills

• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills
• Hardworking, good team player, dedicated, and able to monitor and follow up on pending matters.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Languages

• Required: For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Desirable: Working knowledge of the local languages in the Northeast, north-west, north-central, or Nigeria.
• 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

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 (Level 1)

• 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.