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.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) in Cotabato and with direct administrative supervision of the Head of Satellite Office in Marawi and technical oversight of the National Migration Health Officer MERLA in Cotabato, the successful candidate is responsible and accountable for supporting the fulfillment of quality implementation of IOM’s health programming in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The candidate is expected to work closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) – BARMM, Department of Health Region 9, and provinces and cities of Lanao del Sur and Marawi City, to coordinate quality data collection, analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the project, in line with IOM standards, policies and commitments.
through:
a. Identifying relevant sources of data and suggesting efficient data collection methods.
b. Processing and organizing raw data ensuring data accuracy and reliability;
c. Conducting exploratory data analysis activities examining variance and datasets;
d. Generating validated data analysis and reports identifying trends, gaps, and opportunities.
2. Provide technical support for knowledge building and management, including through:
a. Identifying and document synthesis of good practices and lessons learned directly linked
to the project;
b. Conducting quality assurance for all knowledge projects verifying technical soundness and
compliance with IOM policies.
3. Plan and implement Data Quality Control (DQC) / Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
activities, with guidance from National Migration Health Officer (MERLA), such as but not limited
to needs and capacity assessment, joint data and analysis review, technical training, monitoring
and feedbacking to the local health workers and other stakeholders.
4. Plan and implement MERLA activities, with guidance from National Migration Health Officer
(MERLA), to enable continuous learning, adaptation, and corrective actions.
5. Develop and maintain updated and reliable project databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
and timely access to project data.
6. Plan and implement, with guidance form MERLA Officer, capacity building activities to staff and
project partners on MERLA, including through the development of training activity design,
materials, and tools.
7. Analyse project indicators, accomplishments, evaluation test scores, statistics and data, and
support the timely submission of results-based reports and updates in accordance with IOM and
donor requirements.
8. Support the project evaluation activities, including by consolidating necessary data, information,
and assisting coordination activities with the beneficiaries and stakeholders.
9. Support the operationalization of the Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) framework
and mechanism and the integration of Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
strategies with technical guidance from PSEA Officer.
10. Undertake duty travels in support of the programme.
11. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Education
science, social sciences, or health statistic-related disciplines from an accredited academic
institution with four (4) years of relevant experience; or
- High school degree with minimum six (6) years of relevant professional experience.
monitoring and evaluation, research methodologies, and data analysis is a distinctive asset.
Experience
coordination of public health activities especially focused on health scorecard and governance-
related outcomes.
tracking; setting up and/or managing feedback and complaints systems and integration into the
MERLA System is a distinctive asset.
Services; and
Ministries.
Skills
MS Excel, knowledge of SPSS/ Stata or data visualization tools (Power BI, Google Data
Studio), Kobo Toolbox, ODK, and Google Survey;
Information Systems (GIS) mapping skills with strong computer literacy, especially advanced
working knowledge of Microsoft Offices;
and programs related to Health Systems at the National and Local (Mindanao) level is highly
desirable.
counterparts.
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 English and Filipino is required (oral and written).
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.