Introduction
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Project Context and Scope
The Africa Migration Data Network (AMDN) is a continental technical platform within the African Statistical System, hosted by STATAFRIC and supported by partners including the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and Statistics Sweden (SCB). During its start‑up phase, the AMDN is expected to be operationalised through a dedicated Secretariat hosted within STATAFRIC, responsible for day‑to‑day coordination, technical implementation, and partner engagement. The Network will be guided by a planned governance structure, including a Steering Committee to provide strategic direction, oversight, and alignment with AU statistical priorities, with the participation of key institutional partners. The AMDN’s mandate is to strengthen the production, harmonisation, governance and strategic use of migration and displacement statistics across Africa, in line with the Migration Policy Framework for Africa, Agenda 2063, SHaSA 2, the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
In its start‑up phase (2026–2027), the AMDN will operationalise its governance structure, initiate core activities (e.g. support to implementation of the AU Guidelines on Migration and Displacement Statistics, preparation of the next African School on Migration Statistics (ASMS), initial analytical products) and mobilise technical and financial resources.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
STATAFRIC / AMDN Secretariat
IOM Special Liaison Office (Addis Ababa), Regional Office for East, Horn and Southern Africa (RO Nairobi), Regional Data Hub (RDH Nairobi), in coordination with other IOM Regional Offices in Africa and relevant HQ units.
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Education
Advanced Degree (Master’s or higher) in Statistics, Demography, Economics, Migration Studies, Public Policy, International Relations or related field
Experience
At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in migration/demographic statistics, data governance or migration policy analysis, with substantial work in or on Africa.
Skills
Strong analytical and drafting skills, with evidence of lead authorship of regional/continental reports or policy briefs.
Languages
For this consultancy, Excellent written and spoken English is required.
Working knowledge of French strongly desirable; knowledge of other AU working languages (Arabic, Portuguese, Kiswahili) is an asset.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Travel required
At least one mission to Addis Ababa or another agreed location in Africa may be required during the consultancy to participate in Steering Committee / AMDN or related meetings, as agreed with STATAFRIC / AMDN Secretariat and IOM. Travel will follow IOM rules and procedures.
Required Competencies
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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