Senior Research Consultant (SRIM Report)

Overview

The Senior Research Consultant will lead the drafting of a Situation Report on International Migration in the Arab Region (SRIM) Special Edition focused on migration in an ageing Arab region. The role involves ensuring methodological rigor, coordinating authors and partners, and delivering publication-ready outputs.

Tasks Summary

• Submit an inception package including an inception note, workplan, risk register, stakeholder engagement plan, and data inventory template.
• Produce a region-wide data inventory and modelling plan, including preliminary statistical tables and descriptive analysis.
• Develop and submit a full first draft of the SRIM Special Edition report.
• Facilitate validation, revise the report, and submit the final publication package, including a policy brief, presentation slide deck, and final dataset.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in migration/demographic analysis, regional studies, and policy reporting. Demonstrated experience on ageing/older persons is an asset. Familiarity with MENA migration contexts and key datasets (HIMS, DTM, UNDESA, ILO, World Bank) and regional institutions (UNESCWA, StatAfric, LAS). Proven experience engaging with National Statistical Offices (NSOs), UN agencies, and research networks.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced degree (PhD) in Demography, Migration Studies, Population Studies, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required:

Languages Preferred: Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Contract Duration: Up to 11 months

Work Modality:

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