Overview
Consultant to undertake a study to inform the development of an EAC Regional Framework on Return and Reintegration of Stranded Migrants.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with the EAC Secretariat and IOM Regional Office.
- Prepare and submit an Inception Report.
- Conduct a study on existing National, Regional, Continental and Global legal policies and Institutional Frameworks governing return and reintegration.
- Provide actionable information and reliable data.
- Collate relevant information for proactive and reactive regional and national responses.
- Conduct a situational analysis on migration trends, drivers and challenges affecting return and reintegration.
- Deliver an inception report.
- Deliver a situational analysis report.
- Deliver an outline on roles and responsibilities and mechanisms for cooperation.
- Deliver national consultation reports.
- Deliver a draft Study Report.
- Deliver a Regional Validation Meeting.
- Deliver a Final Outcome Report.
Required Experience
- Minimum of ten years of proven professional experience in the field of migration, return and reintegration or related thematic areas.
- Demonstrable track record in drafting or developing regional or national frameworks, policies, or guidelines, preferably in migration management.
- Extensive knowledge of regional and international legal instruments, standards, and best practices related to migration, return, and reintegration.
- Experience engaging with Partner States, regional bodies, and relevant stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental organisations.
- Experience working with the EAC or governments in the region is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, research, and report-writing skills, with evidence of previous consultancy or expert assignments on similar topics.
- Proven capacity to coordinate technical aspects of the Consultancy.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective relationships.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree and a Postgraduate Degree (master’s level or higher) in International Relations, Migration Studies, Law, Social Sciences, Business Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field is required.
