Information Management Officer (GIS) 46 views0 applications

Position Title : Information Management Officer (GIS)

Duty Station : IOM Libya in Tunis, Tunisia

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, One year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 18 December 2019

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. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

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; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; El Salvador; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

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

Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), as a member of the IASC, recognizes the importance of accurate and timely information to advise an adequate humanitarian response as well as future transition towards return and recovery. Insecurity and instability in Libya have led to widespread internal displacement. IOM’s projects seek to provide a better understanding of IDP displacement and other mobility patterns in the country in order to inform a better targeted humanitarian response.

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Chief of Mission, the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator of Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), the successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and implementing all aspects of the Information Management requirements to the implementation of the DTM.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in managing DTM’s integrated mechanism for data gathering and information management across all DTM components to facilitate accurate and reliable data is collected, stored, and submitted in a timely manner to be further processed.
2. Analyse existing GIS systems and structure capacities, availability of relevant datasets, and data and information gaps. Contribute to the design of effective solutions to meet GIS-related needs in an accurate and timely manner.
3. Enhance DTM’s data collection processes and the overall data management activities including mapping, encoding, storing, processing, and analysis, in specific to aspects related to GIS.
4. Manage DTM’s database to facilitate data cleaning, extraction and analysis through the appropriate SQL queries to ensure the unit’s ability to deliver timely and verified data.
5. Update and enhance DTM’s mobile data collection tools through Open Data Kit (ODK), KOBO and Enketo towards effective development of analytical reports on displacement and migration trends in Libya.
6. Implement DTM technical assistance activities related to GIS and information management.
7. Supervise and provide technical guidance to GIS and information management assistants as required.
8. Manage the existing DTM database and DTM portal, as well as contributing to the development of new features to the portal as per requirements.
9. Contribute to the development of and implement appropriate systems that backup, restore, data validation, and security procedures to facilitate data validation and availability.
10. Work in close coordination with DTM’s Reporting Officer to the identified conditions and needs in areas affected by displacement and migration utilizing Microsoft Office, ArcGIS and InDesign.
11. Work in coordination with DTM’s Quality & Monitoring Assistant to evaluate DTM’s data collection tools and processes and propose improvements in adaptation to the dynamic operating context as necessary.
12. Support staff on GIS-related requirement for data collection and management, surveys and assessments, and maintenance and support of database systems.
13. Conduct training modules for the stakeholders as required for the implementation of information management mechanism to facilitate smooth implementation of DTM.
14. Participate in the dissemination and adaption as necessary of information management tools that meet partners’ and other humanitarian actors’ needs.
15. Liaise with relevant national authorities, UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organisation (NGOs), think tanks, Working Groups, government authorities, and other stakeholders on issues relevant information management and DTM.
16. Abide by and enforce IOM’s Data Protection Guidelines Policy.
17. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Media or Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in Information Management, emergency humanitarian operations; management and coordination of information flows, data management including collection, storing, processing, and analysing data to generate information products;

• In-depth knowledge of the latest technological developments in information technology and information system;

• Experience with handling confidential data;

• Demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies;

• Knowledge and understanding of relational data theory;

• Experience in advanced data visualization and information design skills

• Experience in analysing statistical information.

Skills

• Ability to translate planning-specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis, and vice versa;

• Ability to compile and holistically analyse diverse datasets;

• Ability to formulate IM-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

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

Note

The position will be in Tunis, Tunisia; with possibility of relocation to Libya if and when the situation is conducive.

1 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 three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

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 action 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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 security clearances.