Project Context and Scope In June 2022, the initiative \"Labour Migration Programme-Central Asia\" was inaugurated to foster the evidence-based governance of labour mobility within the Central Asian corridor. This project endeavors to balance the benefits of migration for migrants and employers, as well as the broader interests of both origin and destination nations.
Aiming for a comprehensive impact, the project targets six key outcomes:
Second deliverable - Communication Materials Development
Develop all necessary communication materials Create content for various channels (print, digital, broadcast) Establish media partnershipsThird deliverable - Implementation and Campaign Management
Launch and manage communication campaigns Coordinate with media partners Oversee content distribution Monitor implementation progressFinal deliverable - Impact Assessment and Final Report
Conduct final impact assessment Analyze campaign effectiveness Prepare comprehensive impact report Provide recommendations for future interventions Performance indicators for the evaluation of results Quality of SBCC strategy and implementation plan Effectiveness of communication materials Campaign reach and engagement metrics Quality of partnerships established Depth and quality of impact assessment Comprehensiveness of final report Achievement of behavior change objectives Education University degree / advanced degree in Social Science, Social Work, Communications, or International Relations with an emphasis on research methodologies, data collection, and analysis, and monitoring and evaluation Experience At least 5 years of professional experience, preferably in Tajikistan and/or Central Asia, conducting community research, including data collection and analysis Experience working with vulnerable populations, including migrants, Afghan communities, and victims of trafficking Experience with qualitative methods, including Focus Group Discussions and Key Informant Interviews Experience working on projects focused on social cohesion is a strong advantage Skills Excellent interpersonal and networking skills Strong computer skills and analytical skills with ability to write and review technical reports Proven work record in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment Technical knowledge, skills and experience related to SBCC is a strong advantage Languages Fluency in English and Tajik is required. Knowledge of Russian is advantageous. 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 Field trips within this assignment travel to Vahdat, Rudaki, Bokhtar and Jabbor Rasulov districts is required Required 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. 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