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Accordingly, the Migration and Development Unit of IOM COMED fosters numerous projects and initiatives addressing the link between migrants and the sustainable development of the countries they bridge. 

Since 2011, the Migrant Association for Co-Development program (A.MI.CO.) aims to strengthen capacities of local diaspora organizations in the project design and implementation, fostering their role as international cooperation and co-development actors. Furthermore, IOM has engaged in migration, environment, climate change, and disaster risk reduction since the early 1990s, and initiated the development of an Institutional Strategy on Migration, Environment, and Climate Change 2021-2030, to provide a comprehensive approach to migration in such a context. The strategy emphasizes IOM's commitment to supporting the development of enabling environments that can help migrants, diasporas, and their communities directly contribute to climate action and sustainable development in places of origin and destination. In light of this, partnerships with diaspora communities are nurtured, and remittances are leveraged to support sustainable development and climate resilience solutions. Based on the above, IOM COMED is looking for a consultant to assist with the provision of technical support and the delivery of an in-presence training on climate action, food security, and environment-related topics to selected diaspora organizations based in Italy. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: 

The consultant will contribute to Migrant Association for Co-Development (A.MI.CO.) Programme implemented by IOM COMED’s Migration and Development Unit. Coordination with the MECR Program Associate of COMED will be ensured on the production of the content and material on MECR topics. III. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Nature of Consultancy Category B Consultancy The selected consultant will have to implement the following activities, targeting selected representatives of diaspora organizations based in Italy: 

• Participate in one preliminary coordination meeting with IOM team; 

• Attend coordination meetings with target diaspora organizations; 

• Develop the content and materials of a training module, including case studies, on the following fundamental topics and, upon expertise, on one or more of the optional topics: 

a) Fundamental topics: i. Climate change foundations; ii. Energy transition; iii. Food and water security; iv. Climate justice, international climate negotiations and climate advocacy; 

b) Optional topics (upon expertise): v. Ecosystem services and nature-based solutions; vi. Waste management and circular economy; vii. Adaptation and disaster risk reduction; 

• Design and deliver a three-day tailor-made and in-person training course, on the above mentioned topics based on the expertise, in line with IOM’s standards and approach; 

• Ensure coordination with IOM at any stage of the consultancy; 

• Draft a final report summarizing achievements, challenges, and recommendations. Details as to how the work must be delivered: 

• The consultant ensures that a participative and interactive approach is adopted at all times; 

• Communication is clear and informative, and is adapted to the participants’ understanding of the language being used;

• Communication is sensitive to cultural differences; 

• The consultant ensures coordination with IOM COMED at all stages, ensuring that its work is aligned with IOM’s mandate. Performance indicators for the evaluation of results: 

• 80% of the supported beneficiaries report satisfaction with the capacity building received; 

• Capacity building training content, tools and materials are elaborated. 

Implementation Period From 14 April 2025 to 14 July 2025 IV.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education/ Professional experience and other requirements: • University Degree in Climate and Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Urban Planning, Agroforestry, Agronomy; or a University Degree in the following fields but with a combination of relevant professional experience on climate change related projects: Social studies, Development Studies, Political Science, Law, Economy or related field; • At least 5 years of professional experience on climate change related topics; • Strong expertise on one or more of the following topics: climate change, climate action, food security, energy transition, ecosystem services, nature-based solutions, waste management, urban ecology, disaster risk reduction, international climate negotiations and agreements; • Demonstrated experience in developing trainings/workshops sessions for adult education on the above mentioned topics; • Demonstrated experience in delivering in-person and/or online trainings/workshops on the above mentioned topics; • Demonstrated experience in delivering trainings/workshops using participatory approach will be considered an advantage; • Professional experience in working with non-profit organizations will be considered an advantage; • Context knowledge or previous professional experience with diaspora organizations will be considered an advantage; • Excellent communication and presentation skills; • Excellent multicultural skills; • Professional experience in writing reports and documents in Italian and English; • Computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in the usage of MS Office. Languages • Fluency in written and spoken Italian and English is required; • Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish will be considered an advantage. Travel required Upon request, the consultant will be required to travel within Italy. V. COMPETENCIES Values • Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible. • 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 action and delegated work. • Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via Oracle by 21 March 2025 at 23:59 (Rome time). Interested candidates shall submit: • A Curriculum Vitae in English, including two references contacts; • A financial offer to accomplish the tasks mentioned above within the maximum ceiling of EUR 7.000,00 (including travel costs); • Copy of previous relevant training materials (if available). 

Candidates who do not possess the above requested qualifications will not be taken into consideration. Only pre-selected candidates will be further contacted for the interview. Posting period: From 05.03.2025 to 21.03.2025. No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitments process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.