Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
Project Context and Scope
The consultancy will be carried out within the framework of an IOM project aimed at strengthening gender-responsive approaches in migration and border management processes through enhanced institutional capacities and operational procedures in the aviation sector and at Border Crossing Points (BCPs). The assignment contributes to IOM's efforts to promote gender mainstreaming in line with international standards and good practices, including relevant International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs).
Within this consultancy, the following activities will be supported:
In coordination with IOM, provide technical support for the development, review and refinement of Gender-Responsive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) applicable to Border Crossing Points (BCPs);
Conduct research and analysis of relevant ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), national frameworks and international good practices related to gender mainstreaming in aviation and border management;
Support stakeholder consultations and coordination activities related to the development and validation of Gender-Responsive SOPs;
In coordination with IOM, support the planning, organization and implementation of project events, workshops, consultations and other capacity-building activities;
Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, meeting materials and other documentation required for effective project implementation;
Provide substantive and administrative support to IOM in the implementation of project activities related to gender mainstreaming in aviation.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
Immigration and Border Governance Unit
Tasks to be performed under this contract