Expert Consultant – Immigration and Border Governance

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Turkey is seeking seasoned experts to support its Immigration and Border Governance (IBG) Unit. This consultancy will contribute to strengthening Turkey’s border management and migration policies in line with international best practices.

Key responsibilities

• Enhance legal, operational and managerial frameworks of Turkish border control authorities.
• Support the development and implementation of immigration and border management tools and policies.
• Promote comprehensive migration management and inter‑institutional cooperation at national, regional and international levels.
• Provide expert advice on combating smuggling, trafficking and other transnational crimes linked to irregular migration.

Required profile

• University degree (or relevant vocational academy) with at least 10 years of professional experience in immigration and border management; advanced degrees (Masters/PhD) are a plus.
• Proven professional or academic experience in at least one of the core components of immigration and border governance.
• Experience working with public institutions and authorities.
• Excellent oral and written English; Turkish language skills are advantageous.
• Strong drafting and presentation abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced drafting and presentation skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Competency in Turkish (advantageous).