Trainer on Border Management and Leadership

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

The General Inspectorate of Border Police (GIBP), operating under the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) of the Republic of Moldova, plays a vital role in implementing state policy on Integrated Border Management (IBM) and in preventing and combating cross-border criminality, thereby ensuring the country’s integrity and security. In light of the EU candidate status granted to to the Republic of Moldova in June 2022, GIBP is required to undertake significant reforms, aligning its operations with EU standards and best practices, as outlined in the National Action Plan 2024 – 2027 for the EU accession and the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ Roadmap for European integration activities. These reforms are comprehensive and intend to enhance core activities of integrated border management carried out by national authorities in line with EU requirements.

The project “Enhancing the Border Police’s operational and training capacity towards strengthened border management in the Republic of Moldova” financially supported by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) within the United States Department of State and implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), addresses specific border management challenges by reinforcing the institutional and operational capacities of border authorities. 

The GIBP is committed to develop the professional competencies for current and future border police management staff and aims to create a pool of employees trained for managerial positions at both central and regional levels. The main objective is to limit the high staff turnover among border officers and create a cadre of competent, motivated, and efficient management personnel.

The responsibilities of a Border managers are diverse, requiring specific competencies in handling stressful and conflict situations at the border, effective communication, negotiation and mediation skills, and abilities to address challenges related to risks and threats that could compromise national security based on a shared vision and identified priorities. All duties must be performed with respect for fundamental rights and in a manner that ensures the free movement of people.

In response to the request from the GIBP Department for Professional Development, a series of trainings on “Leadership and Management” will be delivered. The goal of this training is strengthening the practical management skills of the relevant personnel of the Border Police at the central, regional, and local levels. Particular topics to be reflected in the training curriculum but are not limited to:

• Modern tools in staff management;

• delegation of tasks and assigning roles in a team based on each employee's strengths;

• Managing conflictual situations and tensions within the team, de-escalation techniques;

• Negotiation and mediation techniques in relation with border communities;

• evaluation of subordinates: monitoring of their practical skills and identifying their development needs; 

• techniques for identifying micro-groups and positive and negative leaders;

• daily briefing and debriefing: quick staff training techniques at the start of a shift and reviewing results at the end of the shift; 

• occupational stress management: identifying signs of burnout in employees and applying initial psychological support measures during extended missions; 

• motivating through non-financial techniques;

• time management, organizing shift work.

IOM builds on the already established collaboration with GIBP and CS and in response to the request of the national authorities, adopts a structured approach in providing specialized assistance Such assistance is provided from the perspective of IOM’s mandate and expertise, and in collaboration with other relevant national authorities.

Migration Governance, Immigration and Border Management

IB 0502 – “Enhancing the Border Police’s operational and training capacity towards strengthened border management in the Republic of Moldova” financially supported by the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL).
 

Expected Outputs and Deliverables:

1

Border Management and Leadership training package to include agenda with the training objectives, presentations and other materials used for training delivery, pre- and post-training test

By middle of October, 2026

1

2

Border Management and Leadership Training Report to include the training report (activity analysis, wrap-up analysis of pre- and post-workshop tests and the survey (the survey is provided by IOM)

By end of December, 2026

1

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

The Consultant should possess an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in one or more of the following fields: Border security/management, Law enforcement/management, International relations, migration, or security studies, Management, Human Resources, International Relations, Law

Experience

• Didactic experience in Management and Leadership training with law enforcement authorities;
• At least 5 years of experience in law enforcement or border management sector.
• Prior work experience with an international organization and proven experience in supporting national authorities in capacity building on aspects related to management and leadership, such as delivery of trainings, workshops and coaching;
• Excellent drafting skills for reporting and making recommendations;
• Excellent ability to collaborate with national institutions;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with counterparts and colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
• Strong understanding of the Moldova context on migration and border management is an asset;

Languages

For this position, good English and/or Romanian command is required.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies