Consultant: Training / Workshop Delivery on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

International Organization for Migration (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 andnon-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for thebenefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant: Training / Workshop Delivery on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE)

Job Identification: 17749
Location: Abuja
Initial Contract Duration: two months

Main Responsibilities

• With the support of the IOM CPCRR programme and under the supervision of the DDRR Programme Manager, and in coordination with the Office of the National Security Adviser, and Zamfara State Government, the consultant will conduct a training/workshop for the Nigerian government officials, CSOs, CBOs, religious leaders, the youth and women groups on PCVE.
• This workshop/training should provide them with the knowledge and strategies that prevent individuals and groups from involving in violence extremism and as well as counter actions and influence from extremist groups.
• Additionally, it will provide them with alternative pathways and opportunities for at risk individuals.

Responsibilities
The tasks listed below will be subject to review and, where necessary, adjusted in consultations between the incumbent and IOM:

• Under the supervision of the IOM DDRR Programme Manager, and in coordination with the DDRR team, the government entities mentioned above, the consultant will develop:
• A comprehensive work plan outlining all tasks to be completed during the consultancy period. The work plan will include a realistic timeline for achieving each task.
• Develop simple, context-appropriate pre- and post-training tools to measure knowledge and attitude changes, workshop/training agenda, training modules, and PowerPoint presentations on PCVE focused on the introduction, overview, and concepts of PCVE, courses and contributions, institutional approaches, community engagement and resilience building in combating PCVE, the roles of religious leaders in facilitating dialogue and promoting peace, as well as possible pathways as alternatives and opportunities for at-risk individuals.
• Conduct two distinct workshop/training sessions in Gusau for the Nigerian government officials, CSOs, CBOs, religious leaders as well as youth and women groups from the communities in Gusau, Tsafe and Bungudu LGAs of Zamfara state. Each workshop/training session will be held over two days and particpants drawn from the LGAs.
• After conducting the workshop/training session, the consultant will develop a detailed and comprehensive report. The report should include pictures and visual presentation illustrating participants’ ability to assimilate the knowledge transferred, based on the results of pre- and post-training assessments.
• Carry out any additional tasks related to the coordination and delivery of the PCVE workshop/training, as assigned by the supervisor.

Tangible And Measurable Output Of The Work Assignment

• 1st Deliverable – Workshop materials: The consultant will develop workshop and training materials such as an agenda, training modules, presentation slides, pre-and post-test evaluation questions for the PCVE training workshop.
• 2nd Deliverable – Workshop:Conduct two distinct workshop/training sessions for the Nigerian government officials, CSOs, CBOs, religious and traditional leaders as well as youth and women groups. Each workshop/training session will be held over two days.
• 3rd Deliverable – Report: After facilitating and coordinating the training workshop, the consultant will submit a comprehensive report on the overview of the workshop. The report should include a summary of the training topics covered, concepts, causes and consequences, community resilience approach, roles of the religious leaders in mediation and peace promotion, and recommendations on community dialogue mechanism, alternative pathways and opportunities for at-risk individual as well as evaluation summary including participant feedback and lessons learned that can inform future efforts on PCVE programming.

Time required Activities and deliverables
3 weeks

• Workshop/training materials: The consultant will develop an agenda, training modules, presentation slides, pre-and post-test evaluation questions, and a proposed action plan. This will be a blueprint for implementing the consultancy assignment and will be the project's first deliverable.

4 weeks

• Implementation of the workshop and submission of the report: the consultant will facilitate the workshop and submit a comprehensive report, including the following.
• Detailed overview of the workshop
• Summary of the training topics covered.
• Concepts, causes and consequences, community resilience.
• Roles of the religious leaders in mediation and peace promotion.
• Recommendation on community dialogue mechanism and alternative pathways and opportunities for youths.
• List of attendees/participants with contact details
• Visual representation and pictures.
• Statistical analysis of the pre-and post-evaluation report

Performance Indicators For The Evaluation Of Results

• Completion and Delivery: Satisfactory and timely completion and delivery of all tasks and deliverables outlined in the terms of reference and the agreed work plan.
• Quality of workshop/ training: A comprehensive and accurate facilitation of the workshop on PCVE.
• Timely Data Collation and Submission: The consultant's efficiency in facilitating as per the set timeline.
• Clarity and Comprehensibility: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely the consultancy.
• Understanding: Demonstrable understanding of PCVE and the wider DDRR and peace building context.
• Collaboration: Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with IOM DDRR staff, and participants by showing professionalism and respect.
• Adaptability: Responsiveness to changes in scope or objectives within the consultancy's timeline, demonstrating agility and flexibility.
• Responsiveness: Prompt, accurate responses to inquiries from the IOM Programme Manager or other key stakeholders throughout the consultancy tenure.
• Impact of Recommendations: The practicality, effectiveness, and implementation feasibility of the recommendations made on PCVE

Education, Experience And/Or Skills Required

• A minimum of four years of experience in designing and delivering PCVE or DDRR trainings.
• A minimum of five years’ experience working with government entities, CSOs, and CBOs in humanitarian, peacebuilding, mediation, dialogue, academia, conflict resolution, or related areas is required.
• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in social science, behavioural science, management science, humanitarian, law, arts or another related field. A first-level university degree with combination of accredited certificate in related fields would be considered.
• Experience working for an international organization on PCVE, peacebuilding, or conflict resolution is desirable.
• Fluency in English Language (both oral and written) required, working knowledge of the local (Hausa) language.
• Travel required: Yes, travel will be required.

Competencies:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner.

Values:

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Duration of the Contract and payment

• The initial duration of the contract will be two months.
• The consultant will be responsible for all logistic and accommodation arrangements during the consultancy period.
• The incumbent will receive a payment which will be delivered in two instalments.
• Instalment 1 (40%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverable 1: 2,400,000.00 NGN
• Instalment 2 & 3 (60%): IOM receipt and validation of deliverable 2 and 3: 3,600,000.00 NGN

Application Closing Date
12th December, 2025; 11:08 AM.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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