National Consultant – Migration Education Module Development

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a National Consultant to lead the development and integration of migration education modules in Iraqi universities and vocational institutions. The consultant will work from home in Iraq with frequent travel to Baghdad, providing technical support to ensure curricula are context‑appropriate and rights‑based.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop migration‑related curriculum modules aligned with Iraqi higher‑education and vocational training standards.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations, desk research and needs assessments with ministries, universities and vocational institutes.
• Coordinate with the Head of Mobility Pathways and Inclusion and the Migration Management National Officer to ensure technical soundness and relevance.
• Facilitate capacity‑building workshops for institutional staff on curriculum delivery.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Migration Studies, Education, Curriculum Development or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in curriculum design, adult learning or migration‑related capacity‑building programmes.
• Proven experience working with Iraqi government bodies, universities or vocational institutions.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

Required skills

• Curriculum design and development.
• Stakeholder engagement and consultation.
• Research and needs‑assessment methodology.
• Knowledge of migration governance, labour migration and migrant rights.