Opportunities for three paid Survivor Leaders to be IMSA Model Development Independent Consultants during Stage 2 of The Independent Modern Slavery Advocacy® (IMSA®) Model Project
The IMSA Model Development Project are recruiting for three survivors with lived experience of modern slavery/ human trafficking to work as independent consultants on a range of development areas across the IMSA Model Project, including:
- Contributing and participating in development meetings
- Reviewing and redeveloping the final IMSA Framework
- Partaking in evaluations and learning workshops
- Contributing to the overall strategy of the IMSA Model Development Project
- Scrutinizing and analysing updates from the IMSA Model Hub, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) activities, and against key project milestones
- Participating in topic specific dedicated meetings and workshops to progress workstreams of the IMSA Model Project, including setting up and developing the Advisory Group
- Attending events
- Contributing to briefings and reports
The IMSA® Model Development Project Overview
Access to a qualified independent advocate is essential to ensuring that survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking can achieve a sustained recovery, live in freedom and with dignity. A sustained recovery is a critical component in preventing re-trafficking and further exploitation.
The aim of the Independent Modern Slavery Advocacy® (IMSA®) Model is to provide a standardised, accredited model of independent advocacy, available to every adult survivor of modern slavery and human trafficking, wherever they are in the UK.
Survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking navigate complex systems, services, and legislation during a period of profound isolation and vulnerability. An IMSA® works alongside the survivor to help them understand their rights and navigate this landscape. IMSAs work with the survivors’ support mechanisms, in collaboration with other professionals. This enables the survivor to overcome barriers, make informed decisions about their recovery, and ultimately reduce their risk of re-exploitation.
The IMSA® Model is being developed through three stages:
Stage 1 (2022 – 2023): The development of the National Framework for Independent Modern Slavery Advocates, informed by lived and learned experience gathered using surveys, questionnaires, and workshops with over 90 organisations from across the UK and across sectors.
Stage 2 (February 2025 – January 2029): Rigorous testing of the independent advocacy model, delivered through:
- The IMSA® Model Hub
- IMSA® Model Advisory Group of lived and learned expertise
- 24 IMSAs employed by 23 organisations across the UK (NGOs, Community & Faith groups, Local Authorities, NRM providers), across 3 cohorts:
– September 2025 to December 2027
– January 2026 to April 2028
– May 2026 to August 2028
We anticipate 603 survivors will benefit from this project through three cohorts. We estimate a total number of individuals including survivors; their dependents and professionals engaged with this project.
Stage 3 (February 2029 and beyond): National rollout of the standardised best practise model of Independent Modern Slavery Advocacy ®
Key information about this opportunity
Hope for Justice point of contact: IMSA® Model Development Manager- bethan.hunt@hopeforjustice.org
Who are we looking for? We are welcoming applications from individuals with lived experience of modern slavery in the UK. By applying for this role, you are confirming that you are an individual with lived experience of modern slavery.
Renumeration: The hourly rate for independent lived experience consultants is £40 per hour.
- We anticipate a minimum commitment of quarterly meetings of approximately 3 to 4 hours per meeting (including preparation, meeting and de-brief time)
- Consultants will be renumerated for the time/expenses attending workshops and meetings, as well as for time preparing for or feedback after meetings/workshops
- The majority of workshops/meetings will take place online but where travel/expenses are required these costs will be covered through the IMSA Model Project.
- If appointed, and further paid opportunities arise will be clearly communicated to you over email with a budget and set amount of hours for each piece of work. You do not need to accept every opportunity to work with us an independent consultant.
Reporting lines and key contacts: The main contact for the consultant(s) will be the IMSA Model Development Manager, who will supervise consultants and support with workshop arrangements and matters related to process, payments, etc. The consultant(s) will also be required to work closely with other consultants with lived experience, and members of the IMSA Project Board.
Location: Flexible, United Kingdom
Applications
To apply to join the IMSA Project Board, please email hr@hopeforjustice.org and attached your CV and one side of A4 detailing:
- your reasons for wanting to be an independent survivor leader consultant in stage two of the IMSA Model development
- why you are passionate about the IMSA Model and the ambitions of the pilot
- how your skills and experience enable you to work well as an independent consultant
Applicants will be asked to attend a interview (these will be held virtually) to further discuss the opportunity and its suitability for the applicant. This will also give applicants an opportunity to ask any questions they may have about the role.
Appointed consultants will be subject to appropriate screening checks.
Please read these Terms of Reference for further information:
