National Consultant (GESI and Social Norms Transformative Programming)

IntroductionEstablished in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for MigrationProject Context and ScopeIOM implements people centred security, justice and governance programmes in Somalia. Building on lessons from Nabadaynta Soomaaliya, IOM seeks to integrate inclusive, transformative approaches across its portfolio. Nabadaynta employs innovative methods to identify community assets, social networks and norms, ensuring programming reflects lived experiences of problems, builds on community resources and government support.Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributingSecurity & Justice Programme (Nabadaynta Soomaaliya) – CS.1215RESPONSIBILITIESTasks to be performed under this contractThe consultant will provide:Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance* Review and strengthen implementation of transformative approaches in security and justice and governance programming. * Ensure activities adhere to best practices in social norms, behaviour change communication, and GESI. * Develop and apply a Quality Assurance Framework for district-level implementation.Capacity Building* Design and facilitate training for IOM staff and facilitators on social norms and GESI transformative approaches. * Design and facilitate training for programme beneficiaries that is informed by social norms and GESI transformative approaches, ensuring these perspectives are embedded across a range of training content on security and justice Mentor facilitators, including co-facilitation to model best practices. * Review tools, curricula, and facilitation guides for alignment with transformative approaches.Adaptive Programming* Provide recommendations for iterative adaptation based on MERL findings. * Contribute to MEL strategy implementation, ensuring progress toward GESI transformation and behaviour change.Stakeholder Engagement* Strengthen networks with government agencies, development partners, and women’s rights organizations. * Share learning on GESI and social norms programming, including GBV prevention.Performance indicators for the evaluation of results* Evidence Nabadaynta programme delivers in social norms and behavior change (particularly on social norms and gender transformative approaches for security and justice programming), GESI and GBV * Support provided in design of trainings, delivery and quality assurance of deliverables in social norms and GESI * Trainings/workshops designed and delivered to IOM, partners, CSO and/or government entities to strengthen capacity on GESI, GBV, Social norms and behavior change communications. * Technical support provided to ensure all Nabadaynta programming implementation is guided by social norms and gender transformative approaches. * Level of support and expertise provided in the design of IOM-led interventions e.g. community policing, Town Halls etc. * Level of support and expertise advice provided in preparation and delivery of Nabadaynta midterm review. * Contribution and support provided on implementation of the MEL strategy and quarterly strategic reviews for Nabadaynta in consultation with MERL Advisor. * Adherence to and performing in accordance with the values and competencies indicated in the TOR of the assignment.QUALIFICATIONSRequired Qualifications and ExperienceEducation* Master’s Degree in Gender Studies, International Relations, Political Science/Security Management/Development Studies, Education, Behaviour Change Communications for Development, Law or other relevant discipline is required. * Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in technical and programme advisory roles for gender and social inclusion, gender-based violence and/or social norms development programmes is required.Experience* Technical expertise designing and implementing gender transformative approaches, and GBV prevention and response, including with policing and/or access to justice programmes. * Technical and programme experience designing and delivering social norms programming, including experience using communications/social marketing approaches to promote changes in attitudes and behaviour. * Experience in the design and facilitation of GESI transformative training. * Experience in understanding and managing international donor standards for evidence and experience producing and/or reviewing technical learning and knowledge products is an added advantage. * Experience and resilient working in fragile contexts; and * Experience working with multilateral and other development partners as well as civil society organisations is an asset. * Experience working on GESI transformation, social norms and behaviour change in Somalia is an asset.Travel required• This role will be based in Nairobi with regular travel to Somalia.LanguagesFor this consultancy, English (oral and written) is required.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.Required CompetenciesIOM’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.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.NotesIOM 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.For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job VacanciesHOW TO APPLYPlease follow the steps below to submit your application through the IOM Careers portal:1. To view the vacancy, click View the external job posting to access the external job posting. At the bottom of the page, click Apply Now to begin the application process by entering your email. 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If you submitted an application recently without updating your talent profile, you will need to withdraw your application and re-apply only if you are within the publication window.Please note: IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, processing, training, or any other related fees.Posting Period: 06 March 2026 to 12 March 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted