Тренер/експерт з розбудови діалогу – Міжнародна організація з міграції

Nature of consultancy:

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission, the overall coordination and oversight of the Emergency and Stabilization (E&S) Programme Coordinator and E&S National Officer and the direct supervision of the E&S Capacity Building Specialist, the successful candidate will assist in implementation of IOM’s Capacity Building efforts under the project “Strengthening Safety of Civilians Crossing the Line of Contact in Eastern Ukraine” funded by the Government of Canada.

Objective of the consultancy:

The main objective of the consultancy is to contribute to the Government of Ukraine’s efforts to improve conditions for and safety of civilians crossing the checkpoints between Government Controlled Area (GCA) and Non- Government Controlled Area (NGCA) through targeted capacity building activities for the different Government agencies‘ personnel working at the checkpoints in close coordination with IOM and State Border Guard Service of Ukraine (SBGS).

Background of consultancy:

The capacity building component of the project is aimed to enhance the knowledge and capacities of relevant personnel working at the exit-entry checkpoints located at the contact line in Eastern Ukraine to prevent and properly respond to potential risky and/or abusive situations that might occur at the line of contact and further compromise the safety of civilians.

Tasks of the Consultant to be performed under the assignment:

1. Define practical content of the interactive and on-job practical oriented sessions based on the results of training needs assessment;
2. Develop a training plan on dialog-building for selected personnel working at the checkpoints between GCA and NGCA;
3. Conduct practical workshops covering identified issues and challenges within the service delivery system related to dialog-building that may include but are not limited to:

• Dialog Building Concept;
• Principles, Possibilities and Formats of a Dialog;
• Conflict Prevention and Mitigation;
• Stress Sources and Factors. Methods and Techniques to Reduce and Manage Stress;
• Mediation and Negotiation. Communication Skills Development.

Training workshops will be conducted for total 100 participants (25 participants in 1 group); total number of training hours for each beneficiary will be 16.

Tangible and measurable outputs of the assignment:

1. Adjust the training content to the findings of the training needs assessments;
2. Conduct training workshops on dialogue-building for the selected participants;
3. Conduct pre- and post-assessments of the workshops on dialogue-building;
4. Provide monthly reports in English on conducted tasks;
5. Upon completion of the tasks provide to the IOM a final report on the consultancy assignment and its outcomes, offering observations on the impact of the consultancy.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• University degree in social science or psychology.

Behavioral

• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
• Promotes continuous learning;
• Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management;
• Contributes to a collegial team environment.

Experience

• At least five years of professional work and training experience in area of dialog building;
• Experience in conducting assessments and analyzing their results;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with international institutions;
• Knowledge of migration issues will be an advantage.

Languages

Fluency in Ukrainian; knowledge of English would be an advantage

Other

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV (containing names and contact information of three referees) and cover letter to:

IOM Kyiv: [email protected]

8 Mykhailivska St., Kyiv, 01001

Please, indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message.

Closing date for applications is 28 September 2018; however, interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply sooner.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.