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.
Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered
- First-tier candidates: Internal candidates.
- Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.
Organizational Context and Scope
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Migration Agency, is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non‑governmental partners. IOM promotes the orderly and humane management of migration, advances international cooperation on migration issues, supports practical solutions to emerging challenges, and provides humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including internally displaced person.
2. Regularly research, follow-up, compile, analyse and present information/data on national, regional and international developments, reports, legislation and other relevant documentation, highlighting noteworthy issues for the consideration of appropriate parties.
3. Monitor budget expenditures by verifying availability of funds and maintaining a proper record of approved project budgets and their revisions.
4. Coordinate and monitor the financial, administrative and technical aspects of the project in line with IOM policies and donor requirements.
5. Plan, coordinate and conduct capacity building workshops for relevant internal and external parties.
6. Participate in meetings and conferences. Maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, United Nation (UN) agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations, donors and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
7. Coordinate the preparation of correspondence, briefing notes, presentations, narrative and financial reports. Ensure status reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner.
8. Identify and document good practices and lessons learned and contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers to support the development of new projects.
9. Supervise and provide guidance and training to reporting staff.
10. Perform such other relevant duties as maybe assigned.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Geography, Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Administration, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High School diploma with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Experience leading or coordinating information management, reporting, assessment support, monitoring and evaluation, or data analysis activities in humanitarian, emergency or development contexts.
- Experience coordinating DTM activities, rapid needs assessments, mobility tracking, registration, field monitoring or similar data collection exercises is an advantage.
- Experience supervising, training or providing technical guidance to field teams, enumerators, partners or colleagues involved in information collection, data management and reporting activities.
- Experience preparing reports, briefing notes, situation updates, dashboards, maps or other information products for operational and coordination audiences.
Skills
- Strong ability to lead, organize and coordinate teams and information management workflows under tight deadlines in an emergency setting.
- Good understanding of DTM, humanitarian assessments, information management and responsible use of data.
- Ability to guide others in data collection, data cleaning, validation, analysis, visualization and reporting processes, while ensuring quality control and timely delivery.
- Good command of Microsoft Office and Excel; knowledge of Power BI, Kobo/ODK, GIS or other data and visualization tools is an advantage.
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in spanish is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of English Portuguese, French or another UN official language is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
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.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.