CFA - Data & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance (C)

Job Description

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

Project Context and Scope:

The Data & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance Department helps the organisation use data and artificial intelligence responsibly, securely, and for good. They shape the policies, tools, and practices that ensure data is accurate, protected, and used ethically across all our missions. Our team works at the intersection of technology, governance, and humanitarian impact, guiding how information and AI are applied to make better decisions, protect people’s privacy, and build trust in innovation.

As these are emerging disciplines, the opportunities for learning and growth can be substantial.  Being part of this team, Consultants gain hands-on experience in real-world data governance and the ethical use of AI; contributing to projects that balance innovation with accountability.

Responsibilities

Category A Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract:

1. Assist in the rollout of the Data Health Scorecard initiative to build and maintain the organisation’s data inventory and create a clear view of data ownership, location, and sensitivity across the organisation. This is done by leading and supporting regional rollouts, mission support, automation innovations, updating records and collaborating with Data Custodians and Mission Focal points.
2. Support the management of the organisational AI Registry to maintain transparency and accountability for AI systems in use across the organisation, by registering tools, verifying their risk classification, and updating related documentation.
3. Support the monitoring of AI usage across departments to identify high-risk or unapproved tools and encourage responsible innovation, by helping analyse usage data and preparing summary insights for governance reports.
4. Support the classification, labelling, and protection of organisational data to ensure sensitive information is securely handled in line with internal data policies by reviewing datasets, applying appropriate sensitivity labels, and verifying access permissions.
5. Contribute to the measurement of data quality and governance maturity to help track progress against data governance benchmarks and identify improvement areas by compiling metrics and preparing visuals for dashboards and governance reviews.
6. Help document data governance workflows and procedures to promote standardisation and transparency in data management practices by writing or refining process maps, Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed (RACI) matrices, and procedure templates.
7. Support data risk and compliance assessments to ensure that data handling practices comply with policies and regulatory frameworks by gathering evidence, summarising findings, and contributing to risk registers.
8. Assist in preparing awareness materials and knowledge sessions on data governance to build a shared culture of data accountability and literacy by helping design presentations, newsletters, and short learning modules.
9. Support training and awareness activities on Responsible AI to strengthen understanding and responsible use of AI tools across the organisation by helping design engaging content, case studies, or short learning videos.
10. Conduct research on emerging Data governance and AI governance frameworks and standards to help the organisation align with evolving international best practices (e.g., EU AI Act, OECD, UN) by summarising findings into short briefs or comparative tables.
11. Participate in governance coordination meetings to understand the end-to-end data lifecycle and support decisions across teams by recording key actions, tracking follow-ups, and supporting meeting logistics.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• University degree in Information Management, Data Science, Business Administration or a related field; or,
• Coursework or certification in data governance, data protection, or information security is an asset;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, Power BI or similar tools is desirable.

Experience

• Experience compiling metrics or visualization for dashboards or governance reviews;
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS World, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and data analysis, and;
• Experience working in an extremely fast paced high-volume environment.

Skills

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to “make things happen”; ability to organize large volumes of work and set priorities under conflicting pressures;
• Professional integrity, willingness and flexibility in all aspects of HR work;
• Self-starter, multi-tasker and team player;
• Adequate knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the organization;
• Working knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming;
• Demonstrated oral and written communications and presentation skills, and client-service attitude;
• Exposure to supporting data classification, sensitivity labelling or access control processes;
• Exposure to enterprise data and AI inventories, data domain registers or data management;
• Ability to quickly learn the objectives, structures, operations and policies of a new business area;
• Proven interpersonal skills and an ability to influence senior leaders and peers;
• Demonstrates effective application of knowledge and understanding of project and quality disciplines;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts;
• Good organizational and administrative skills.

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 is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

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 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
•     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

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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.

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.

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