Job Description
Job Identification (Reference Number): 18076
Position Title: Data Management Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM))
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: Nine months with possibility of extension
Closing date: 18 January 2026
Introduction
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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:
a) internal candidates and
b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.
This process is not open to external applicants, their applications will not be considered at this time.
Context
The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) has been the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) main operational tool for tracking and monitoring the movements and evolving needs of displaced populations since 2004. It has been systematically deployed in medium to large-scale humanitarian response operations in the last five years, including in all Level 3 emergencies. During 2019, DTM has been active in over sixty (60) countries, tracking and monitoring over 14.5 million displaced persons worldwide.
The DTM Global Systems Management (GSM) Unit is responsible for all global system components including data management and data science, data responsibility and governance, web and database application systems, technology and innovation, management of global projects and inter-agency coordination. The GSM is responsible for supporting country and global data consolidation, and the implementation of data quality control mechanisms. Recent application developments and scaling led by the GSM has seen a heightened needed for data management expertise within the global team to support DTM country and regional operations.
Under the overall supervision of the Global DTM Global Coordinator and the direct supervision of the DTM Information Management Officer, the Data Management Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)) will be responsible and accountable for assisting with development, training and roll out data management activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Global DTM team and the Regional Offices (RO) and Country Offices (CO), providing basic support for the setup, implementation, and maintenance of DTM data ingestion pathways.
Responsibilities
- Under close supervision and guidance, provide basic technical support to DTM global support team and field DTM implementation in the collection and tabulation of data and other information management activities including on the improvement and expansion of Central Data Warehouse, implementation of DTM Data Dictionary, development of data collection tools, use of Kobo platforms, as well as data processing activities.
- Provide preliminary replies to specific queries on data collected by DTM field operations, based on data consolidated in the Central Data Warehouse and other databases available.
- Apply data quality control mechanisms for DTM operations worldwide as set by the global standard.
- Assist with the implementation and roll out of responsible data mechanisms in DTM implementation worldwide. This includes the aspect of data governance, data protection, data security, and ethics in the collection and use of DTM data.
- Research and provide specific inputs to support the development and adaptation of standard operating procedures for DTM field data collection, consolidation, cleaning and management.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Kobo forms to support DTM operations in the field worldwide.
- Generate tabulations for technical reports, information bulletins and other relevant information products related to displacement-affected populations and migration flows.
- Attend the global Information Management Working Group or any of its sub-groups as requested.
- Provide specific data management training to DTM Information Management staff worldwide as required.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Demographics, or an Information Management related discipline, or alternatively, an equivalent combination of related education from an accredited academic institution; or,
- University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience in financial management, internal control, or compliance functions at the international level;
- Field experience, including coordination and cooperation with international institutions and oversight bodies is an advantage; and,
- Experience using corporate IT systems and analytical tools, including Oracle Fusion modules (particularly Risk Management), FDI, OTBI, and Power BI for data analysis and reporting is an advantage.
Skills
- Knowledge of IOM or UN financial regulations, procedures, and internal control standards;
- Strong coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across HQ, Regional, and Country Offices;
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel;
- Knowledge of IPSAS and familiarity with ERP systems, including Oracle Fusion;
- Ability to use data visualization and reporting tools such as FDI, OTBI, and Power BI to support analysis and decision-making; and,
- Awareness of artificial intelligence (AI) applications and emerging technologies to enhance financial analysis, compliance monitoring, and process automation.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these 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.
Notes
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 vacancy is only open to current and former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.
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, security clearances.
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, 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.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies
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Job info
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: Professional
Grade: P-1
Alternative Required Language 1: English