International Consultant CC-2026-20

Position details

• Vacancy type: Consultancy
• Recruiting type: Consultant
• Contract type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
• Initial contract duration: 6 months
• Office or unit: Country Office
• Location: Yerevan, Armenia
• Application deadline: 2026-09-08T19:59:00+00:00

Context

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Project Context and Scope

Under the project “Enhancing Policy Framework and Capacity for Effective Migration and Asylum Management in Armenia”, IOM supports the Government of Armenia in strengthening national migration governance and enhancing the capacities of relevant institutions. As part of the Government’s ongoing modernization and digitalization effort, IOM supports the MiA in strengthening the Government capacity, and especially in the area of biometrics and identity management. 

The consultant will develop a comprehensive, practical, and learner-oriented training curriculum on biometrics and identity management for personnel of Ministry of Internal Affairs (MiA) of the Republic of Armenia.

The consultancy will include consultations with IOM, and, where applicable, other national or international experts engaged under the project. The consultant will conduct a review of IOM guidelines and manuals, review and align national legislation, policies and procedures, as well as applicable international standards and best practices in the field of biometrics and identity management. Based on this review and identified capacity-building needs with the Government, the consultant will develop a structured training curriculum and accompanying training materials.

The curriculum should be tailored to the Armenian legal and institutional context and combine theoretical content with practical exercises, case studies, group work, and other interactive learning methodologies. It should be designed to support the delivery of Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions.
 

Responsibilities

Under overall supervision of the Head of Office in IOM Armenia, and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, as well as in close cooperation with relevant stakeholders, the local consultant will be tasked with the following deliverables:

DELIVERABLE 1 

• Conduct a desk review of IOM manuals, training curricula, and guidelines, relevant national legislation, policies and procedures related to biometrics and identity management in Armenia.

• Review applicable international standards, principles, and best practices in biometrics and identity management.

• Consult with IOM, relevant Government counterparts, and other designated stakeholders to identify training needs, target audiences, and priority topics.

• Submit a brief inception report outlining the findings of the review, proposed curriculum structure, training approach, and detailed work plan.

DELIVERABLE 2

• Develop a draft training curriculum on biometrics and identity management along with accompanying training materials. 

• Develop a testing component by formulating a question pool with multiple choice questions aligned with the training curriculum of the Educational Complex of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Armenia, and in line with standards of the MiA Moodle system to ensure integration. 

• Present the draft curriculum and materials to IOM and designated Government counterparts for review and validation. 

• Revise the curriculum and materials based on feedback received.

DELIVERABLE 3

• Design a ToT package and methodology and deliver a ToT session for designated trainers and resource persons.

• Conduct participant assessment and collect feedback on the ToT. 

• Submit a brief report summarizing the ToT results and recommendations.

DELIVERABLE 4

• Monitor the delivery of training sessions and provide technical and methodological support to trainers during the rollout of the training programme. 

• Review and update the curriculum and training materials, as necessary, based on implementation experience and lessons learned.

• Submit a final report summarizing activities undertaken, training results, key findings, and recommendations for future capacity-building efforts.

• Quality, accuracy and practical relevance of the curriculum and accompanying training materials.

• Compliance of the outputs with the agreed scope of work and IOM requirements.

• Timely completion and submission of all deliverables.

• Effective incorporation of feedback from IOM and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

• Responsiveness and effective coordination with IOM, MiA representatives and trainers.

• Suitability of the finalized curriculum for the delivery of five-day training programmes to MIA personnel.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Advanced university degree in law, public administration, migration studies, education, social sciences or another related field, with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or a first-level university degree in one of the above fields, with at least seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated expertise in biometrics, identity management, legal identity systems, and related fields. 

• Strong knowledge of the Armenian legal, institutional, and operational framework related to identity management, legal identity, biometrics, and public administration. 

• Demonstrated experience in developing training curricula, learning materials, and capacity-building programmes for public-sector institutions. 

• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering ToT programmes, preferably in the fields of identity management, biometrics, legal identity, or public administration. 

• Experience working with Armenian government institutions, particularly the MiA and entities involved in identity management and service delivery, is a strong advantage. 

• Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills, including the ability to translate complex legal, technical, and operational concepts into practical and user-friendly training content. 

• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders and coordinate closely with IOM, Government counterparts, and other national and international experts engaged in the assignment.

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Russian is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel Required

Yes, subject to operational needs.
 

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 five 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.
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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

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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