Local Consultant – Training Municipal Migration & Diaspora Units (Albania)

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Local Consultant to train administrative units across Albania’s 12 regional counties on municipal migration and diaspora functions. The assignment supports the IOM‑UK Government funded project “Strengthening Local Institutional Capacities on Migration in Albania”, launched in August 2024.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and adapt training materials on migration management, internal mobility, return‑reintegration and diaspora engagement.
• Deliver workshops and on‑the‑job coaching to municipal officials and local government staff.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange between municipalities, IOM experts and diaspora representatives.
• Monitor and evaluate training outcomes, producing regular progress reports for IOM and the UK Government.
• Provide technical advice to local authorities on policy implementation and data collection related to migration.

Required profile

• University degree in social sciences, public administration, migration studies or a related field.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering capacity‑building programmes for local government or public sector entities.
• Strong understanding of Albanian migration dynamics, internal labour mobility and diaspora issues.
• Excellent communication skills in Albanian and English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading UN agency on a high‑impact migration project.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment that values diversity.
• Professional development and networking with international experts.