International Consultant - Andasibe Project

About the role

IOM is recruiting an International Consultant for its Andasibe project in Madagascar, a pilot programme on clean cooking, reforestation and rural roads aimed at supporting the transition to clean cooking, ecological restoration and rural access planning. The consultant works under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Madagascar and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, supporting project planning, development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting for emergency programmes and humanitarian assistance activities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and monitoring project activities, and retrieve, compile, summarise, analyse and present information and data on project topics.
• Monitor the budget by verifying fund availability, obtaining approvals and updating budget information.
• Act as focal point for administrative coordination, liaising with internal units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain clearances and follow up on administrative actions.
• Draft status reports, identify shortfalls and suggest remedial actions, and draft correspondence and briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables and presentations.
• Respond to information requests, maintain files and records, and organise meetings, workshops and training sessions.
• Participate in meetings and coordinate implementation with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, donors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor Implementing Partners and report non-compliances, and give guidance and training to new or junior staff.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights or Law.
• Up to two years of experience in environmental sustainability, climate resilience, natural resource management, sustainable livelihoods, rural development, reforestation, clean energy or community-based development programmes.
• Proficiency in French and English, assessed during selection.

Required skills

• Understanding of natural resource management, sustainable livelihoods, rural development, reforestation and clean energy.
• Ability to support community engagement, stakeholder coordination and environmental and sustainable development programmes.
• Gender awareness and sensitivity, professionalism under pressure, and strong interpersonal skills.

Performance is judged on timely completion of workplans, accurate reports, up-to-date budget information, effective coordination and monitoring of partners. IOM covers consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under its Compensation Plan; offers are subject to funding confirmation and medical fitness, visa and security clearance requirements.