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Position Title               :      Consultant (CAT B)

Duty Station                :      Bangkok, Thailand

Classification              :      Consultancy, Category B

Type of Appointment  :      Consultant Contract

Desired Start Date      :      As soon as possible

Closing Date               :      07 December 2025

Reference Code         :      CFA17634/2025

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

Southeast Asia, including Thailand is one of the region's most severely affected by climate change, with countries experiencing multi-faceted challenges related to environmental degradation, human mobility, health and socio-economic resilience. Thailand is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts, ranked as the 9th most affected country in the period of 2000–2019 by the Global Climate Risk Index Report (CRI) 2021 (Eckstein et al., 2021). Climate change is likely to increase the incidence of flooding across the country, with the number of people affected by extreme river floods anticipated to grow to over 2 million by the 2035–2044 period (World Bank and ABD, 2021). Coastal flooding could affect a further 2.4 million people by 20702100, with many densely populated urban centres situated along the coastline. Thailand also frequently suffers from droughts resulting from shortage of rainfall, reduced flow in surface and subsurface rivers, and poor land management practices (World Bank, 2023a). 

Human mobility patterns in Thailand have become increasingly complex as a result of climate change. Beyond the direct risks to lives and livelihoods, climate stressors contribute to a range of mobility outcomes, from voluntary and labour-related migration to forced displacement triggered by sudden-onset disasters, and in some cases, the need for planned relocation of communities exposed to slow-onset events such as sea level rise. At the same time, certain populations face situations of immobility, where vulnerabilities, poverty, or socio-political conditions limit their ability to move in response to climate pressures. 2 In line with IOM’s conceptualisation of the climate-mobility nexus, these diverse mobility outcomes, migration, displacement, planned relocation, and immobility, have specific operational and policy implications, requiring differentiated approaches for analysis and monitoring. While data on population movement is collected in Thailand through various sources (such as censuses, sample surveys, administrative data, and humanitarian assessments), these data systems were not originally designed to capture the full spectrum of climate-related human mobility.

Moreover, existing data systems frequently face limitations related to fragmentation, inconsistent definitions, and methodological gaps, making it difficult to build a coherent evidence base. Institutions responsible for data collection, analysis, and use, including government agencies, statistical offices, local authorities, academic institutions, and civil society organizations, also face capacity constraints. These challenges highlight the need for tailored technical support and capacity-building to enable a more comprehensive and actionable understanding of the climate change and mobility nexus in Thailand.

Against this background, the consultancy will serve as a foundational step to map stakeholders and institutional arrangements, including researchers, academics, and agencies involved in the climate-mobility nexus, to assess the current state of data on climate-related human mobility, and to identify the skills and competencies required among national stakeholders to strengthen data systems in Thailand. The findings will inform the development of a roadmap to guide the institutionalisation of the production and use of climate migration evidence, supporting a more robust, integrated evidence base that can inform policies and programmes on climate action and migration governance. 

The consultancy will contribute to the Migration Data and Research Unit (MDRU) of IOM Thailand, under the project “Resilient Futures – Addressing Climate Mobility in Southeast Asia”.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Consultant will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive data assessment and a needs assessment of skills and competencies related to climate-related human mobility in Thailand, covering the dimensions of migration, displacement, planned relocation, and immobility. The work will identify existing data sources, methodologies, and institutional capacities, as well as highlight key gaps and limitations that constrain evidence-based policymaking.

The scope of work will include, but not be limited to:

• Reviewing existing national and international data sources relevant to climate-related human mobility (e.g., censuses, surveys, administrative data, disaster risk data, and humanitarian assessments). 
• Mapping institutional arrangements and responsibilities for data collection, management, and use across government, academia, civil society, and international partners.
• Identifying key gaps in data coverage, methodologies, definitions, and interoperability of data 3 systems.
• Assessing the skills, technical capacities, and institutional needs of agencies and stakeholders engaged in collecting and analysing climate mobility data.
• Facilitating a series of coordination meetings, consultations, and workshops with key stakeholders (e.g., National Statistical Office, Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), Department of Climate Change and Environment (DCCE), academic institutions, and civil society partners) to validate findings, promote ownership, and ensure relevance of recommendations.
• Developing actionable recommendations for strengthening data systems and capacity development, aligned with international good practice and tailored to the Thai context. During the consultancy, IOM will provide technical advisory support, access to IOM’s institutional learnings and publication, and support in facilitating engagement and coordination with the relevant government and non-government key stakeholders.

2.1  Category B Consultant: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment

• The Consultant is expected to perform the following activities and produce the deliverables listed below. Activities are to be conducted in close coordination with IOM Thailand, relevant government counterparts, and other stakeholders.
  •  Inception Phase
    • Prepare a detailed workplan and timeline for the consultancy, including proposed methodology, survey questionnaire, mapping of key stakeholders, and interview guides.
    • Conduct a desk review and literature review of existing research, data systems, and institutional arrangements on climate mobility in Thailand.
    • Identify and map key stakeholders and institutions relevant to data collection, analysis, and use, and propose a plan for engagement.
    • Deliverable: Draft inception report outlining methodology, workplan, timeline, and reports’ structure as well as an annex mapping key stakeholders. 
  •  Data Collection and Interim Reporting Phase
    • Finalize data collection tools (survey questionnaire, interview protocols) in consultation with IOM. 
    • Pilot and refine the tools as needed.
    • Conduct data collection, based on the agreed methodology. 
    • Facilitate a series of coordination meetings and stakeholder consultations during the data collection period, ensuring documentation of discussions and outcomes. 
    • Produce a draft data assessment report and a draft needs assessment report, including preliminary analysis of institutional capacity gaps, data gaps, and recommendations. 
    • Update the mapping of key stakeholders from the inception report. 
    • Develop a draft PowerPoint presentation summarizing findings for the validation meeting. 
    • Deliverables: Draft data assessment report, draft needs assessment report, and draft PowerPoint presentation for validation meeting.

• • Finalization and Validation Phase
    • Present preliminary findings at a validation meeting with stakeholders; facilitate and lead discussions to incorporate feedback. 
    • Revise draft reports and presentation based on IOM and stakeholder feedback. 
    • Submit the final data assessment report, the final needs assessment report on skills and competencies, and the final presentation. 
    • Submit documentation of meetings attended or facilitated, including meeting notes or minutes. 
    • Deliverables: Mapping of key stakeholders, final data assessment report, final needs assessment report, final PowerPoint presentation, and meeting minutes.
  •  Other Tasks: Perform any additional related duties as may be assigned to support the successful delivery of the consultancy.

Deliverables

The Consultant will determine their final work schedule at the beginning of the assignment with the approval of Chief of Mission of IOM Thailand. The work schedule will set clear deadlines for the completion of each expected deliverable.

2.2  Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Timely submission of all deliverables.
• Quality and comprehensiveness of reports, assessed by alignment with international standards and project goals.
• Satisfactory incorporation of feedback from IOM and stakeholders.
• Adherence to IOM Brand Guidelines and visibility requirements.

3. REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Sciences (e.g., Migration Studies, Economics, International Relations, Development Studies, Environmental Studies) or a related field from an accredited academic institution.
• A background combining social science with data analysis, statistics, or environmental/climate studies would be an advantage.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in data assessments.
• Proven expertise in developing data assessments and needs assessments.
• Experience working with governmental agencies, preferably in Southeast Asia.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a sensitive environment and exercise impartiality, diplomacy and neutrality.
• Excellent presentation and representation skills.
• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong understanding of climate-related human mobility data landscape.
• Gender-sensitive, culture-sensitive, and able to work with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

4. Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Thai is an asset.

Travel required

Should the Consultant be required to travel by the Organization, the Consultant will be provided with transportation or reimbursed for the cost of their travel following advance agreement and in accordance with IOM’s travel policies, including IN/6. The Consultant will receive a Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) according to IOM’s established rates, during their stay in the place of duty while on TDY.

Remuneration and Term of Payment

The Consultant will receive an all-inclusive fee based on milestones and deliverables as follows:

• Conduct preparatory work and initial phase– 30% 
• Data collection and reporting phase – 40%
• Conduct validation meeting and finalizing research reports – 30% 

5. DESIRABLE COMPENTENCIES

Values

• 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.
• Courage: demonstrate 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 level 1

• 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.

How to apply: 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via IOM e-Recruitment system within the above said deadline referring to this advertisement. Please attach the following documents in your application.

•  a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.

Other

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
• 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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
• Only applicants who meet the above qualification will be considered.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: Careers | IOM Thailand.