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Consultant: Yearly Declaration of Interests (YDI) External Reviewer 2026

IOM - UN Migration
18 hours ago
Part-time
On-site
Geneva, Switzerland

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The IOM seeks a part-time onsite external reviewer in Geneva to manage and oversee the 2026 Yearly Declaration of Interests exercise, including reviewing about 200 disclosures, drafting closure emails, case notes, outreach sessions, and bi-weekly progress reports, culminating in a final end-of-assignment report. Ideal candidates hold an advanced degree in Law or Ethics, with at least five years in compliance or ethics review, strong drafting and data handling skills, and English fluency with Spanish or French preferred. UN or IOM experience is a plus. Apply via the IOM e-Recruitment system; no fee, no bank details required; ensure medical fitness and security clearances; rolling deliverables and phased payments.

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
 

Project Context and Scope

IOM's institutional strategy prioritizes integrity, transparency, and accountability as key cross-cutting initiatives. As part of the Office of Ethics and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (OEP), the Ethics and Conduct Unit (ECO) plays a lead role in strengthening IOM's culture of integrity through policy and advisory work, training, and support to the Organization and all IOM personnel on ethical issues and IOM's Standards of Conduct. 
 
Under the direct supervision of the Chief of ECO, and in close coordination with the Coordination and Support Associate for YDI and the Ethics and Integrity Officer point person for YDI, the Consultant will be entrusted with primary responsibility for the complete oversight and management of IOM’s 2026 Yearly Declaration of Interests (YDI) exercise.

 
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
 
For the 2026 YDI cycle, ECO seeks a Consultant (Category B) to review approximately 200 disclosure forms, ensuring compliance, accuracy, timeliness, and proper supporting documentation. 
Tasks to be performed under this contract

Output 1 – Review of Assigned YDI 2026 Disclosures

For each completed declaration of interest form that is submitted by ECO to the Consultant for review, the Consultant will:

  • Assess potential, actual, or perceived conflicts of interest.
  • Identify inconsistencies, missing or incomplete information, and areas potentially requiring ECO’s input and guidance.
  • Conduct follow‑up with personnel, as necessary, to clarify information provided.
  • Issue a closure message to the personnel concerned including:
  • The assessment of compliance; and
  • Recommended mitigation measures, where applicable.
  • Deliverable: Individual written assessment (closure email) for each disclosure form that is reviewed.
  • Delivery timeline: Rolling basis throughout the YDI 2026 review period.

 

Output 2 – Drafting of Case Notes and Recommendations

  • Prepare concise notes for every disclosure form reviewed.
  • Formulate clear and actionable recommendations (e.g., mitigation guidance, need for follow‑up, classification of risk).
  • Coordinate with the Administrative Assistant to ensure accurate updates to internal databases.
  • Liaise with the Chief of ECO whenever necessary to share issues or concerns, discuss sensitive matters, or obtain guidance on more complex disclosures.  
  • Deliverable: Case notes uploaded in ECO’s repository for each submission.
  • Delivery timeline: Rolling basis throughout the YDI 2026 review period.

 

Output 3 – Outreach and awareness‑raising on the YDI exercise

  • Review and refine materials used for previous YDI outreach activities, including webinar content and supporting communication materials.
  • Contribute to the delivery of outreach activities related to the YDI exercise, including up to four one‑hour interactive sessions combining presentations and Q&A, as appropriate.
  • Provide substantive inputs, as needed, to YDI‑related guidance and outreach materials, such as guidelines, explanatory notes, or other communication tools aimed at facilitating understanding of the purpose of the exercise.
  • Deliverables: Delivery of YDI outreach activities, including up to four one‑hour interactive sessions explaining the exercise.
    • Concrete and authoritative feedback on draft YDI guidance and related outreach materials.
  • Delivery timeline: Outreach sessions to be delivered prior to the launch of the YDI exercise.
    • Feedback on guidance and outreach materials to be provided by the end of August.

 

Output 4 – Bi-Weekly Progress Summary Reports

  • The Consultant will submit a report every two weeks containing:
  • Number of YDI forms reviewed and their outcomes (e.g., no conflict, conflict with mitigation measures, pending information from staff).
  • Number of forms pending review and overall compliance rates.
  • Issues, bottlenecks, or emerging trends requiring ECO’s attention.
  • Deliverable: Bi-weekly written reports submitted to ECO.
  • Delivery timeline: Rolling basis throughout the YDI 2026 review period.

 

Output 5 – Final End‑of‑Assignment Report

  • End-of-Assignment Report including:
  • Comprehensive summary of all reviewed YDI forms.
  • Key trends, recurring issues and emerging risk areas.
  • Proposed revisions to the current declaration of interest form, as relevant.
  • Recommendations for process improvements for future YDI cycles.
  • An overall assessment of the effectiveness of the 2026 exercise.
  • Deliverable: Complete report sent to ECO and endorsed by the Chief of ECO.
  • Delivery date: End of consultancy.
 
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

 

Schedule of payments: 25% of the compensation for the assignment will be paid for each of the four phases of the exercise, subject to satisfactory performance and conduct, as follows:

  1. Kick-off and initial delivery: delivery of outreach activities and completion of the review of the first round of submissions.
  2. Mid-implementation: continued progress on Outputs 1 and 2, with a substantial portion completed.
  3. Advanced implementation stage: completion of the majority of core work, including issuance of most closure emails, finalization of notes, and continued submission of bi-weekly reports.
  4. Final payment: upon submission and endorsement of the final report, as well as completion of all remaining outputs.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Advanced university degree in Law, Ethics, Public Administration, Governance, or a related field.

     

Experience

  • Five years of demonstrated experience in compliance, conflicts of interest, ethics reviews, or due diligence analysis;
  • Experience within UN, IOM, or another international organization would be an asset.
  • Experience in assessing declarations of conflicts of interest;
    Experience with or knowledge of public international or non-governmental organizations
    comparable to IOM;
  • Proven experience in drafting reports and internal and external documents;
  • Experience in working in sensitive environments and with confidential information and
    processes.


Skills

  • Excellent computer literacy, especially database tools;
  • Excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills;
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness, initiative, and proactive approach;
  • Demonstrated organizational skills;
  • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds.


Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this consultancy, fluency in English is required.

Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is desirable.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains 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.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.


Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

  • 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.


Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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