National Consultant to conduct a gender-responsive legal and institutional assessment of the Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS).

Job Title

Consultant - Gender Equality Assessment

Organisation

International Organization for Migration (IOM)

Location

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

About the Role

The overall objective of this consultancy is to assess how relevant national institutional priorities concerning gender equality are reflected in the legal, policy, human resource and operational arrangements of ICS. The assessment will identify and document existing measures that support women’s recruitment, retention, professional development, career progression and leadership; examine practical experiences and challenges; and identify opportunities for further strengthening. It will use available institutional information and consultations with relevant personnel. Where relevant and feasible, consultations and operational observations may include experiences at Bole International Airport and Dire Dawa International Airport, which are among the airports targeted by the RCSP in Ethiopia. The consultant will develop practical, evidence-based recommendations and possible outreach or institutional measures to support women’s participation and advancement within ICS.

Qualifications

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or higher) in Gender Studies, Gender and Development, Women’s Studies, Sociology, Social Sciences, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Public Policy, Governance, Law, International Development, Political Science, Organizational Development, Migration Studies, Security Studies, Criminology, Criminal Justice, International Relations or another closely related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience.
• Alternatively, a first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in one of the above fields, combined with at least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience in gender analysis, gender mainstreaming, institutional assessments, organizational development, or related fields.
• Proven experience conducting legal, policy, institutional, organizational, workforce, gender, diversity and inclusion, or human resource assessments and institutional reviews within government institutions, public sector entities, or security sector organizations.
• Demonstrated experience undertaking gender-responsive research, assessments, evaluations, or analytical studies.
• Experience assessing human resource policies and practices, including recruitment, retention, career development, promotion, leadership pathways, and workplace inclusion.
• Experience facilitating stakeholder consultations, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and validation workshops.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality analytical reports, policy papers, assessment reports, and evidence-based recommendations for government institutions and development partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of gender equality, human rights, protection principles, social inclusion, disability inclusion, and safeguarding considerations in institutional settings.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of Ethiopian legal and policy frameworks related to gender equality, labour rights, public service management, and women's empowerment.
• Sound understanding of international standards and frameworks on gender equality, women's rights, diversity, equity, and social inclusion.
• Strong qualitative research and institutional assessment skills, including the use of interviews, focus group discussions, document reviews, and stakeholder consultations.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to identify institutional strengths, challenges, gaps, and opportunities, and to develop evidence-based findings.
• Strong report-writing, drafting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to formulate practical, actionable, and context-specific recommendations for institutional strengthening and policy reform.
• Demonstrated facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to lead workshops, validation meetings, and conference sessions.
• Knowledge of gender-responsive, protection-sensitive, and inclusive approaches in migration governance and border management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior officials, operational personnel, and development partners.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and deliver high-quality outputs within established deadlines.

Travel Required

The primary duty station for the assignment will be Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with possible travel to relevant operational locations, including Bole and Dire Dawa international airports, subject to the agreed methodology, institutional authorization and operational requirements. All travel arrangements must be coordinated with IOM in advance.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity
• Integrity and transparency
• Professionalism
• Courage
• Empathy

Core Competencies

• Teamwork
• Delivering results
• Managing and sharing knowledge
• Accountability
• Communication

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.