Back Consultant On Social Impact of Climate change

Nature of the consultancy: 

Provision of research and policy expertise in the context of the Climate Change and Migration Data Project (CCMD), funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark.

Project Context and Scope 

The \"Climate Change and Migration Data Programme for North, East, West and Central Africa,\" funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, aims to tackle the interconnected challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and human mobility in Egypt. The project implements key activities to build community resilience and address such pressing issues effectively.

By developing sustainable and impactful mechanisms, the project seeks to empower vulnerable communities cope with climate change, protect migrants’ rights, and enhance population’s ability to withstand environmental changes and degradation. In line with IOM’s approach, it focuses on providing technical support and resources to strengthen public awareness, equipping communities with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate climate-related risks and challenges.

Through innovative strategies, the project aims to deliver tangible results by enhancing preparedness, reducing risks, and fostering social, economic, and health resilience in the face of an evolving climate landscape.

Accordingly, IOM aims to recruit a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive study on the social impact of climate change on Human Mobility across Egypt’s governorates, producing evidence-based recommendations to inform and influence Egypt’s national efforts to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change and environmental degradation.

The consultant will be responsible for conducting desk reviews, data analysis, and field research; engaging with relevant stakeholders from government, academia, and civil society. In addition, the consultant will conclude with developing a comprehensive analytical report presenting policy and programmatic recommendations contributing towards increased resilience of the population in Egypt, through an Inclusive, gender-sensitive, and rights-based approach, ensuring that the perspectives of vulnerable groups, including migrants, women, youth, and persons with disabilities, are adequately represented. The findings will contribute to advancing data-driven policymaking, climate-resilient planning, and community-based adaptation efforts across Egypt.

 Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
 

Unit: Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion Division (LMD)

Project Name: Climate Change and Migration Data Project (CCMD)

Tasks to be performed under this contract
 

• First Deliverable – Output 1: Research and Data Analysis
  Description:

  Provide an overview on climate change impacts, including sea level rise, water resources, high temperature, torrential rains and storms, and urban sprawl on rural areas, across Egypt’s governorates.

  Identify risks of above climate change events on livelihoods of numerous communities, including fishermen, farmers, and urban residents

  Analyze internal human mobility patterns and trends, identifying high-emigration areas due to climate pressures and potential destination zones.

  Utilize demographic and socio-economic data to assess population vulnerability, and potential human mobility flows.

  📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

  ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

  Analyze socio-economic risks of climate change including impacts on health, education, gender relations, and livelihoods. 

  Payment: First instalment – USD 2,500
  Due date: March 2026
  Submission: By email

  • Second Deliverable - Output 2: Policy Development and Stakeholder Consultation
    Description:

    Draft a policy paper with actionable recommendations for integrating human mobility into Egypt’s efforts to adapt to climate change and environmental degradation, including the below actions:

    Propose targeted adaptation and mitigation strategies to support populations affected communities, including measures to strengthen resilience and create alternative livelihoods in high-risk areas.

    Based on research findings, propose policy recommendations for governments and international organizations to effectively manage human mobility and climate change socio-economic impacts 

    Payment: Second instalment – USD 2,500
    Due date: June 2026
    Submission: By email

    • Final Deliverable – Output 3: Final Report and Advocacy Brief
      Description:

      Facilitate consultations with government entities, UN agencies, civil society, and other key stakeholders to validate findings and recommendations.

      Deliver a final policy paper and advocacy brief to be used by IOM and partners in their engagement with the Government of Egypt.

      Payment: Third and final instalment – USD 3,000 (≥ 25% of total contract value)
      Due date: August 2026
      Submission: By email

       Performance indicators for the evaluation of results 

      Delivery of a comprehensive, evidence-based study covering governates affected by climate change, within the agreed timeline.

      Development of actionable policy recommendations.

      Positive feedback from stakeholder consultations and endorsement of final outputs.

      Final policy paper and advocacy brief ready for advocacy and policy dialogue efforts with GoE.

      Education
      • MSc degree climate policy, migration studies, environmental governance, or related field
      • Demonstrated expertise in climate change adaptation, migration dynamics, and policy developmentExperience
        • Minimum 5 years of work experience in related fields.
        • Proven experience conducting large-scale, research and producing high-quality policy outputs.

        • Strong knowledge of Egypt’s climate, socio-economic, and policy landscape.

          Skills
          • Strong researching & reporting skills.Languages
            • Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic proficiency is an asset.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. Travel required
              • N/ARequired Competencies IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. 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
                  • 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.Notes
                    1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
                    2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
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