Research on the determinants of detention in Libya 75 views0 applications

INTRODUCTION

The MMC is a leading source for independent and high-quality data, research, analysis and expertise on mixed migration. The MMC aims to increase understanding of mixed migration, to positively impact global and regional migration policies, to inform evidence-based protection responses for people on the move and to stimulate forward thinking in public and policy debates on mixed migration. The MMC’s overarching focus is on human rights and protection for all people on the move. The MMC focuses on 6 core regions, with regional teams in each of these: Eastern Africa & Yemen; North Africa; West Africa; the Middle East, Asia and Europe. Read more about the MMC here: www.mixedmigration.org. The MMC is part of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC), a leading humanitarian organization responding to displacement and mixed migration in 40 countries.

Since 2014, MMC has been implementing the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism initiative (4Mi), a growing network of monitors stationed in key migration hubs in more than 20 countries along 7 major migration routes, who are interviewing refugees and migrants on the move on a continuous basis, providing a solid evidence base on the needs and protection incidents facing people on the move. Read more about 4Mi here: http://www.mixedmigration.org/4mi/.

BACKGROUND

Libya is an important destination and transit point for people on the move. Each year tens of thousands of people arrive to Libya, in the hope of finding a safer or brighter future. An increasing number of reports has focused on documenting the conditions, human rights violations and abuses within Libya’s detention centres. These reports describe conditions of massive overcrowding, dire sanitary conditions and inadequate medical care.[1] Furthermore, widespread abuses are documented including torture, beatings, burning with cigarette butts and electric shocks amongst others.[2]

Despite these reports on the situation inside detention centres, little is known about the patterns of arrest and detention of refugees and migrants and which profiles are more vulnerable to being detained in Libya. Both 4Mi and IOM-DTM data show that a majority of detainees in Libya are from Eastern African countries. Amnesty International also reports that Christians in Libya face specific vulnerabilities and are often subjected to abuses and ill-treatment including inside detention centres.[3] However, an analysis of socio-demographic determinants of detention in Libya has yet to be conducted to advance our understanding of the process and dynamics of detention.

PURPOSE OF THE CONSULTANCY

The Mixed Migration Centre in North Africa is seeking a highly qualified consultant to conduct research on the determinants of detention of refugees and migrants in Libya.

Under the direct supervision of the 4Mi Project Manager, the purpose of the consultancy is to produce a research report exploring what makes people on the move more likely to end up in detention in Libya and, in so doing, to advance an analytical framework on the drivers of detention.

The report shall carry out an in-depth examination of the socio-demographic profile of detainees, including their nationality, ethnicity and religion. The report shall explore how we might determine a refugee or migrant’s likelihood of being detained in Libya as well as the underlying explanatory mechanisms.

The report shall carry out an in-depth examination of the socio-demographic profile of detainees, including their nationality, ethnicity and religion. The report shall explore how we might determine a refugee or migrant’s likelihood of being detained in Libya as well as the underlying explanatory mechanisms.

RESEARCHER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential:

· Advanced degree (Master or PhD) in quantitative research methods, preferably applied to migration studies or social sciences.

· Proven experience in designing and leading research on migration, detention and similar relevant topics.

· Excellent command of quantitative research methods and related software applications (preferably STATA).

· A proven knowledge and understanding (e.g. through prior publications) of mixed migration dynamics in North Africa.

· Familiarity with the Libyan context.

· Excellent analytical and reporting skills.

· Excellent command of spoken and written English

Desirable:**

· Previous experience with 4Mi methodology and data

· Previous experience with MMC or DRC

· Knowledge of detention system in Libya

GENERAL Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)

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