International Consultant CC-2026-27
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN agency promoting humane and orderly migration. This project, implemented in Armenia, aims to strengthen national authorities' capacities in border security and crime prevention. The consultant will contribute to the 'Enhancing the Capacities of Armenian Authorities in Border Security and Crime Prevention' unit, focusing on improving border management and combating cross-border organized crime.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to enhance the border management capacities of Armenian national authorities, specifically the National Security Service (NSS) and its Border Guard Troops (BGT). The role will involve aligning border guard training and standards with international best practices, improving autonomous border management through enhanced secondary inspections, and strengthening the detection and countering of irregular travelers, including terrorists and serious criminals, by implementing Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) data systems. The objective is to build upon recent achievements and further advance border security and crime prevention efforts in Armenia.
Responsibilities
The International Consultant will conduct an inception and needs assessment, reviewing existing NSS documentation and identifying training gaps through stakeholder consultations. Responsibilities include developing a competency framework with defined occupational profiles and learning outcomes aligned with EU Integrated Border Management principles. The consultant will design a comprehensive six-month training curriculum, including structure, modules, learning outcomes, and evaluation methods. Additionally, they will develop a framework for training materials, propose lesson plans, and recommend assessment tools. A key task is to build the capacity of NSS instructors through a Training of Trainers (ToT) program, focusing on competency-based methodologies and practical learning. Finally, the consultant will facilitate a curriculum validation workshop and submit the final curriculum package for approval.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in border management, border guard training, or security sector education is required. Demonstrated experience in curriculum development for relevant institutions is essential. Experience with FRONTEX Common Core Curricula and EU Integrated Border Management concepts is necessary. Prior experience in border guard training reform or capacity-building initiatives in the South Caucasus, Eastern Partnership countries, or similar regions is highly desirable.
Skills
Design and delivery of border management training programs; Development of competency-based curricula and learning materials; Facilitation of training workshops and Training-of-Trainers (ToT) sessions; Assessment and strengthening of institutional training capacities; Stakeholder coordination and engagement.