Support community-based planning roll out in Madagascar at IOM

Antananarivo, Analamanga, Madagascar -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community-based planning, Participatory approaches, Facilitation, Conflict-sensitive programming, Peacebuilding, Social cohesion, Project management, Stakeholder engagement, Capacity building, Training, Durable solutions frameworks, Humanitarian-development-peace nexus, Displacement dynamics, Communication, Mentoring

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Introduction Established 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 Migration [https://www.iom.int/iom-workplace-culture] Project Context and Scope The Boeny region of Madagascar has been experiencing significant demographic pressures due to climate-induced internal migration. Prolonged droughts in the south and recurrent tropical cyclones along the eastern coast, compounded by poverty and insecurity, have driven thousands of people to relocate permanently to Boeny. Between 2019 and 2022, an estimated 108,000 individuals were displaced from the southern region primarily due to recurring droughts, with Boeny receiving 46% of this population according to the IOM Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM). This influx has strained already limited local resources overwhelmed local authorities heightened tensions between newly arrived migrants and host communities leading to social conflicts. To support in addressing these challenges, IOM Madagascar is supporting the Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zasammenheit (GIZ) initiative “Améliorer la gestion des migrations internes dans le contexte du changement climatique” (ProMIC) through the project “Ensuring evidence-based and coordinated durable solutions planning and promoting social cohesion and peace building between internally displaced persons and host communities in the Boeny region”. The overall objective of the project aim to enhance the understanding of mobility patterns, displacement impacts and identify root causes of conflicts and fragility among affected communities in the Boeny region, and enable communities impacted by displacement (including displaced persons and their host communities) to set on a pathway to durable solutions. As part of this effort, IOM will support in promoting social cohesion through the implementation of Community-Based Planning (CBP) focusing on empowering communities to identify priorities, engage in dialogue, and implement collective solutions that benefit both migrants and host populations. The CBP will emphasize participatory planning and inclusive decision-making to reduce tensions and promote social cohesion. To ensure effectiveness, Core Facilitation Team (FTM), will be established to ensure ownership, inclusion, and sustainability. The CFT will support community mobilization, co-facilitate CBP sessions in the community, and support following up on the implementation of community action plans. To ensure effective implementation, an international consultant will be deployed to Madagascar to support the roll-out of the CBP process. Their technical guidance and facilitation will help IOM Country Office (CO) staff in Madagascar to support the roll-out of the CBP process. The expert will also provide methodological support to ensure that CBP activities are conflict-sensitive, culturally appropriate, and aligned with durable solutions planning. Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing Under the direct supervision of the Chief of mission of IOM Madagascar, the consultant will be responsible for supporting the CBP roll-out in Madagascar within the framework of the project "Ensuring evidence-based and coordinated durable solutions planning and promoting social cohesion and peace building between internally displaced persons and host communities in the Boeny region ". The consultant will work closely with IOM staff and relevant government counterparts.

Responsibilities

The consultant will support the roll-out of community-based planning in the Boeny region to promote social cohesion and durable solutions for displaced persons and host communities. They will provide technical guidance, facilitate community sessions, and assist in the implementation of community action plans.