Consultant - Policy & Research

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

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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**Standard of Professional Conduct**:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.