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 the Protection Unit and the direct supervision of the Data Analysis Officer, the Data Scientist Programme Support Officer will be responsible for supporting the development and roll-out of the first international standards and guidance on human trafficking administrative data, as well as the supporting production of new evidence based of such data.
- Contribute to the development of the first international standards and guidance on the definition, collection, management, and safe use of human trafficking data.
- Support the consultative process of data standard development with central government agencies and National Governmetn Organizations (NGOs), in coordination with IOM and UNODC offices throughout (including bilateral consultations and workshops).
- Support the development and publication of a training curriculum for governments, based on the new data standards, including through publishing content on CTDC and other platforms. Ensure complementarity with, and contribution to, other IOM capacity building programmes, including the Essentials of Migration Management and data capacity building programmes led by IOM’s Global Migration Data Analysis Centre (GMDAC).
- Assist in organizing and facilitating trainings to government stakeholders as well as whole-of-society trainings using aforementioned curriculum as well as materials developed by the rest of the team.
- Support the development and expansion of the CTDC through the integration of new datasets, with a focus on organizations and countries targeted for trainings and capacity building. Contribute to the development of new content and features on priority topics and countries.
- Support the production of new knowledge products on priority policy topics with select research partners and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to the production of research products and tools and coordinate research cooperation with other partners.
- Undertake duty travel, as necessary.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Master’s degree in Migration Studies, Economics, International Relations, Law, Development Studies, International Affairs, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
Experience
- Experience in research and data analysis, including both quantitative and qualitative methods;
- Experience supporting data-related projects or initiatives, including data collection, processing, or reporting;
- Experience contributing to knowledge products or research outputs, such as reports, briefs, or analytical papers;
- Experience supporting stakeholder engagement activities, such as consultations, workshops, or trainings with partners; and,
Skills
- Demonstrated research background with knowledge/experience of quantitative and qualitative analysis;
- Demonstrated drafting and reporting skills, including preparation of technical and analytical documents;
- Ability to work effectively in a team and with diverse stakeholders, including government and partner organizations; and,
- Excellent knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Word; knowledge of statistical analysis software such as SPSS, R or STATA.
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 is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2
Notes
Appointment will be subject to all clearances, including medical and security as well as accreditation, any residency or visa requirements. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
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, harassment, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and any forms of discrimination. IOM is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.
IOM conducts reference checks and background verification, including through system wide databases such as ClearCheck, to help ensure that candidates have no record of misconduct, including on sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, or fraud. Candidates are expected to uphold these standards and principles at all times.
IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process—whether for application, interview, processing, training, or otherwise—and does not request any information related to bank accounts.