DIASPORA RESEARCH CONSULTANT

Overview

To conduct diaspora mapping to generate evidence-based insights on FSM citizens living in the United States and its territories to inform policy development, programming, and future diaspora engagement.

Tasks Summary

• Design and submit a detailed methodology for the FSM diaspora mapping exercise.
• Conduct comprehensive, gender-sensitive FSM diaspora mapping.
• Facilitate a validation process to ensure accuracy, relevance, and national ownership of the diaspora mapping findings.
• Provide regular progress updates.

Experience Requirements

• At least 3 years of professional experience in migration management, government or policy development (with Bachelor's degree).
• At least 5 years of professional experience in migration government, policy development, or related areas (with advanced degree).
• Prior involvement in migration or related research surveys and familiarity with diaspora engagement frameworks.
• Proven experience in drafting policy documents for governments or international organizations.
• Strong understanding of international migration frameworks and regional migration contexts.
• Demonstrated experience working with Pacific Island or Indigenous communities is an asset.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in migration related studies, public policy, international relations or development, economics, data science/statistics or a related field.
• Advanced degree in migration related studies, public policy, international relations or development, economics, data science/statistics or related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in English is required.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of any of local languages (Pohnpeian, Kosraean, Chuukese, and Yapese) is advantageous.

Contract Duration: Up to 11 months

Work Modality: Primarily on a remote basis, with approximately 80% of the assignment undertaken remotely and 20% on-site requiring travel.

Remuneration: