DTM Operations and IM Officer (P2) Farchana, Chad 51 views0 applications

Position Title: DTM Operations and IM Officer

Duty Station: Farchana, Chad

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, 9 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 13 October 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes, the direct supervision of the Data and Research Unit Coordinator (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)), in collaboration with the Head of Sub-Office/Senior Emergency Coordinator in Farchana and in close coordination with the DTM Regional Office for West and Central Africa, as well as the DTM team in Headquarters, the DTM Operations and IM Officer will be responsible and accountable for supervising assigned aspects of implementation, information management and reporting of the IOM DTM programme and related IOM activities in relation to cross border mobility, displacement monitoring for the Sudan Response in the East of Chad.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and coordinate the implementation of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) activities such as Registration, Mobility Tracking, Future Intention Surveys and other activities where relevant.
2. Contribute to improving DTM Chad data collection, tools procedures and formats and their standardization. Follow-up with different stakeholders to facilitate data exchange, as required.
3. Supervise DTM staff and maintain the Chad Sudan Response DTM data management system including updating, cleaning and compiling registration data, regular household level data collection and any other tools to better track mobility dynamics related to the Sudan conflict impact on Chad.
4. Provide trainings and workshops to DTM staff, enumerators and external partners where needed, including sessions on DTM methodologies and assessment tools, data processing protocols, data protection principles, definitions, etc.
5. Coordinate the production and review of DTM information products which include Situation Reports, datasets, maps, profiles, dashboards, reports, etc. related to the Chad Sudan Response to facilitate the timely and accurate dissemination of information to partners.
6. Coordinate the production of visuals for information products, that include Graphic Information System (GIS) products, and ensure that the product is validated through established quality assurance process with existing datasets.
7. In close collaboration with the Data and Research Unit Coordinator, develop, implement, and maintain DTM Chad knowledge management repositories aimed at supporting project implementation.
8. In close coordination with the Data and Research Unit Coordinator, liaise with relevant authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, think tanks, implementing partners, and other stakeholders on issues relevant to DTM, to facilitate access to timely and accurate data. Participate in relevant meetings where assigned.
9. Actively contribute and effectively liaise with relevant Information Management working group and other Sudan Response coordination meetings to help strengthen and expand DTM’s and IOM presence related to data management policy-oriented research.
10. Facilitate the integration of IOM’s data protection principles and best practices on humanitarian data protection and ethical use of data across all DTM data management, sharing and dissemination activities.
11. Facilitate the integration of gender perspectives and attention to specific women/girls and children’s rights issues (vulnerable groups) within all DTM activities.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics, Data Visualization, Economics, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above-mentioned fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience implementing data collection activities, namely registration, in a hardship duty station or in an emergency response is a distinct advantage;
• Experience in Information Management, management and coordination of information flows, data management including collection, storing, processing, and analysing data to generate information products, previous experience with DTM is an advantage;
• Experience working with the cluster system is an advantage;
• Experience working in similar field with UN or International Organization, especially in area of human mobility is an advantage;
• Experience writing technical requirements documents, translating/planning specifications to technical briefs for data capture/analysis; and,
• Practical experience of how-to multi-task, prioritize and work independently.

Skills

• Knowledge of mobile data collection, Kobo Toolbox data structure;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages;
• Ability to use data analysis software including Excel, R or SQL;
• Proficiency in publishing software like InDesign, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Publisher, and others;
• Ability to use graphic design software like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and others;
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively;
• The ability to use data visualization software like Power BI, Tableau and others is an advantage;
• Ability and willingness to work in difficult areas/situations, previous experience in the Lake Chad region is an advantage; and,
• Completed data protection principles training.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.