Lead Research Consultant

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Human trafficking and migrant smuggling are pressing global issues that significantly impact the Arab region. Both crimes involve the exploitation of vulnerable populations but differ in their legal definitions and implications. Human trafficking is characterized by oppression and exploitation, while migrant smuggling involves facilitating illegal entry into a country for financial gain.

This study aims to explore the legal and judicial frameworks surrounding human trafficking and migrant smuggling in the Arab region. By examining the definitions, legal instruments, enforcement practices, and judicial responses to these crimes, the research seeks to highlight similarities and differences between the two phenomena. The findings aim to inform policymakers, legal practitioners, and NGOs working in the area of human rights and migration.

The research focuses on the Arab region aims to review relevant international treaties such as the UN Protocols on Trafficking and Smuggling, alongside regional agreements like the Arab Convention against Corruption. It will evaluate court cases related to human trafficking and migrant smuggling to identify trends and challenges in the judicial process. The legal framework will cover an overview of international laws, including the Palermo Protocols, and an examination of national laws in the selected Arab countries to identify gaps and inconsistencies. Additionally, the study will assess law enforcement agency capabilities and training in handling trafficking and smuggling cases, alongside analyzing judicial outcomes such as conviction rates, sentencing, and victim protection measures.

Responsibilities:

Tasks to be performed under this contract:

• First deliverable – Submission of the initial preparatory package, composed of: 1. Clear study workplan, 2. study methodology, 3. NAUSS template for preparing “security study plan” and 4. the study outline for IOM’s approval
• Second deliverable – Submission of the first draft of the complete research report with documented sources and references (IOM’s portion) 
• Third deliverable – Submission of the research study final report, inclusive of NAUSS expert’s consolidated portion, ready for translation and publication by NAUSS research department, alongside with one (1) PowerPoint presentation encompassing a visual summary of the research study, including the recommendations

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results:

• Deliverable of a coherent and realistic workplan, including methodology for the research to undertake.
• Good collaboration with the research team, especially the research expert assigned by NAUSS to the study.
• Timeliness of deliverables.
• Clear and reliable communication on progress and possible needs for adjustments foreseen.
• Well-structured research report including executive summary and conclusion with concrete recommendations for policy makers and practitioners on the topic.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as migration studies, international relations, law, political science, sociology or another social science; or
• A BS degree in combination of 6 years working experience in conducting research on relevant topics to this study.

Experience:

• Extensive knowledge and expertise on the use of border management, preferably in the Middle East and North Africa region.
• Technical expertise and proven experience on Artificial Intelligence in a border management context.
• Previous experience conducting comparative research on policy, preferable including law enforcement, national security, or defense authorities.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research studies on thematic relevant to this study.

Languages:

• Fluency is English is required.
• Fluency in Arabic is a distinctive advantage.

Source: https://fa-evlj-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/13470

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