International Consultant - Support For Developing Recommendations On Mainstreaming Migration Data Into The Development Of The Population Registry In Georgia

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a UN-related organization established in 1951, promotes humane and orderly migration. This consultancy supports the IOM Mission in Georgia, contributing to the "Enhancing Migration Data Collection and Management in Georgia (EMD-GEORGIA)" project. The role focuses on improving migration data integration into Georgia's developing Population Register.

Job Purpose

This consultancy aims to support the IOM Mission in Georgia by assessing migration data needs for the future Population Register and developing recommendations for its integration. The project seeks to enhance migration governance in Georgia by establishing a cohesive data ecosystem that ensures high-quality data drives effective policy and programming. The consultant will work towards ensuring standardized methodologies and coordination frameworks for migration data collection and management are applied by Georgian institutions, specifically focusing on integrating migration data into the Population Registry developed by GEOSTAT, in line with international standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

The consultant will review relevant documents, including Geostat's Population Registry roadmap, migration data methodologies, and international standards. They will prepare an Inception Report, develop an assessment framework for migration data requirements, and design the integration strategy for the Population Registry. Key duties include facilitating a stakeholder consultation round table in Georgia, leading the assessment of migration data needs, and developing draft recommendations for mainstreaming migration data into the Population Register. This involves addressing variables, data sources, governance, interoperability, data quality, and legal aspects. The consultant will revise and finalize recommendations based on feedback and submit final reports and presentations.

Work Experience

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in official statistics, migration data, population registers, or administrative data systems is required. Demonstrated experience in developing, assessing, or modernizing population registers or statistical systems, and in creating statistical methodologies or policy recommendations related to migration data is essential. Knowledge of international standards and experience with government institutions are also required.

Skills

Excellent analytical, drafting, presentation, and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills for effective teamwork. Proficiency in English is required.

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