Consultant – Policy & Research
Conduct research and draft a report on migration-related situations in Italy.
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Overview
Conduct research and draft a report on migration-related situations in Italy.
You have:
- Proven experience in policy analysis, report writing, and advocacy
- Strong knowledge of EU migration and asylum frameworks, including the EU Pact and externalization policies
- Understanding of the Italian asylum and migration context, including issues affecting unaccompanied children
- Excellent written communication and editing skills in English and Italian
- Ability to synthesize complex information for a broad audience
- Personal qualities: collaborative, culturally sensitive, flexible, and detail-oriented
Job Description
In recent years, IRC’s programs in Italy have grown substantially, encompassing a wide range of asylum, reception, and integration programs. As part of its efforts to reinforce its national presence and pursue its advocacy goals, IRC Italy is launching a comprehensive national report that will present an overview of the migration-related situation in Italy in 2025.
Context of the assignment
Building on IRC Italy’s recent asylum and reception publications, the report will aim to consolidate the office’s profile and support the formulation of programmatic and policy recommendations. The report will draw from key informant interviews (KIIs) and consultations with practitioners, NGOs and other stakeholders.
Purpose of the assignment
The Consultant will be responsible for conducting desk-based research, organizing and participating in consultations and KIIs, and drafting the report for IRC Italy. The report will analyze issues such as access to asylum and the territory, the situation of unaccompanied children, and other key topics in light of the EU Pact implementation and recent externalization policies. The Consultant will work closely with IRC staff to ensure the report reflects the organization’s vision and positioning.
SCOPE OF WORK
Specific objectives of the assignment
• Conduct desk-based research
• Map relevant practitioners, NGOs and stakeholders, organize and participate in consultations and KIIs
• Draft and support in reviewing IRC Italy’s report
• Ensure language, tone, and structure are aligned with IRC Italy’s advocacy and programmatic objectives, as well as broader organizational and departmental advocacy priorities
Deliverables
• Drafting the report
• Organization and participation in consultations and KIIs
• Ongoing coordination with IRC Italy staff and additional RAI staff
Timeframe
The assignment will last 3 months.
Competencies and skills
• Proven experience in policy analysis, report writing, and advocacy
• Strong knowledge of EU migration and asylum frameworks, including the EU Pact and externalization policies
• Understanding of the Italian asylum and migration context, including issues affecting unaccompanied children
• Excellent written communication and editing skills in English and Italian
• Ability to synthesize complex information for a broad audience
• Personal qualities: collaborative, culturally sensitive, flexible, and detail-oriented
Agreement and payment terms
The specific details of the agreement, including the scope of work, timelines, deliverables, intellectual property rights, and any other pertinent provisions, will be negotiated and outlined in the contractual agreement to ensure clarity, transparency, and mutual understanding between IRC and the Consultant.
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Qualifications
Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience with policy analysis and advocacy in migration contexts. | This question evaluates the candidate's relevant experience and expertise in migration policy. | Provide specific examples of past work and its impact on policy. |
| What approaches do you use to engage with stakeholders and gather information? | This assesses the candidate's ability to interact with various stakeholders effectively. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how you would structure a report on the migration situation in Italy. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that your research is comprehensive and unbiased? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you've synthesized complex information for public communication? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you believe are the critical issues affecting unaccompanied minors in Italy's asylum system? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging project you managed that required collaboration across teams or organizations. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What specific tools or frameworks do you use for policy analysis and reporting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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