Professional Consultant - Mangrove Ecosystems

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Professional Consultant specializing in mangrove ecosystems to contribute to the Emergency and Stabilization Program in Colombia.

The consultant will work on a project aimed at strengthening the Inter-Institutional Table of the National Government on displacement due to environmental and climate factors, focusing on protecting communities and ecosystems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting research and community processes related to mangrove ecosystems and their role in reducing displacement risk due to environmental and climate factors
• Developing and implementing a pilot project with mangrove ecosystems in collaboration with local community organizations and government entities
• Providing technical and social research on the specific role of mangrove ecosystems in coastal protection and resilience to flooding
• Elaborating reports and documents on the project's progress and results

The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the National Humanitarian Assistance Officer and the Emergency Coordinator.

Responsibilities

The consultant's tasks include:

1. Producing a progress report on community consultation exercises with community leaders and grassroots organizations by November 30, 2026 (£8,100,000 COP)
2. Creating a document on advances in systematizing community adaptation and mitigation experiences, emphasizing women's leadership and ecosystem roles by December 31, 2026
3. Designing, planning, and selecting grants for a pilot project with mangrove ecosystems by January 31, 2027
4. Conducting technical and social research on the role of mangrove ecosystems in coastal protection and resilience by February 28, 2027
5. Reporting on the pilot project's progress and activities developed with selected community organizations

Requirements

The consultant should have:

• A professional degree in marine biology, biology, environmental or forestry engineering, ecology, environmental sciences, or related disciplines, preferably with postgraduate training in conservation, reforestation, rehabilitation, or restoration of ecosystems
• At least 4 years of experience in direct interventions on mangrove ecosystems, including diagnosis, ecological restoration, biodiversity monitoring, or participatory management
• Experience in institutional relations with governmental authorities, national or international institutions, United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations, and civil society
• Experience in projects developed with local communities, governmental entities, or international cooperation organisms in coastal conservation or climate change adaptation contexts
• Solid experience with databases, information collection tools, evaluation, and reporting
• The ability to work in a multicultural environment is an advantage

Skills

The consultant should possess the following competencies:

• Teamwork and collaboration
• Delivering results
• Managing and sharing knowledge
• Accountability
• Communication
• Inclusion and respect for diversity
• Integrity and transparency
• Professionalism
• Courage
• Empathy