CFA: Junior Route-based Officer Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) (P)

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.

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy.

For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator and the direct supervision of the  Route-based Officer (DTM) and Project Manager (DTM), the Junior Route-based Officer Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) will provide support across a range of DTM route-based activities, including support with research, analysis and reporting, as well as project support for a joint initiative by United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and International Organization for Migration (IOM) to harmonize data collection methodologies, terminologies used and related processes along key mixed movement routes.
 

Responsibilities

1. Contribute to qualitative and mixed-methods data analysis for route-based research initiatives, with particular focus on migration routes in West and Central Africa.
2. Support the production of route-based analytical outputs, including thematic reports, presentations, and infographics, through research, drafting, editing, and formatting contributions.
3. Support the analysis and preparation of outputs related to intention surveys targeting Syrian migrants, including data analysis, drafting of findings, and preparation of research products.
4. Assist in the development and refinement of data collection tools, methodological guidance, and research instruments to strengthen route-based work across migration corridors.
5. Contribute to global route-based analytical products, including the Global Overview of Migration Routes, by drafting thematic content and supporting the layout and design process in collaboration with relevant teams.
6. Support the preparation and review of data products, reports, and web content for the DTM data portal in line with IOM editorial and data standards.
7. Respond to route-based data and information requests by compiling, analysing, and presenting relevant information to support internal and external stakeholders.
8. Assist the Project Manager (DTM) with the implementation of a joint IOM and UNHCR initiative to harmonise data collection methodologies, terminologies, and related processes along key mixed movement routes, including supporting the coordination of the Technical Working Group (TWG) and following up on action points.
9. Contribute to the mapping of existing data systems, tools, and terminologies along key mixed movement routes in support of harmonisation efforts between IOM and UNHCR.
10. Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including UN agencies, national governments, and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), by preparing background materials, briefings, and correspondence to facilitate coordination on data aspects of IOM's route-based approach.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in Social and Political Sciences, Development Studies, Information Management, Migration Studies or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
   

Experience

• Experience with data visualisation and publication software, including the Adobe suite (Illustrator and InDesign);
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in data analysis, research, or a related field, preferably within a migration, humanitarian, or development context;
• Demonstrated experience in qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis, including the use of statistical or data visualization tools;
• Experience contributing to the production of analytical reports, policy briefs, or research outputs, including drafting, editing, and formatting;
• Experience supporting the production of country-level or regional migration reports and analysis along key global migration routes, including familiarity with migration trends, drivers, and dynamics and key global and regional migration frameworks;
• Experience working in the United Nations (UN) or other international development organizations is considered an asset.
   

Skills

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work well as part of a geographically dispersed, multicultural team with colleagues from various professional backgrounds;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including familiarity with qualitative analysis software such as NVivo or ATLAS.ti;
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and accessibly for diverse audiences;
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality across all stages of research, analysis, and reporting;
• Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to prioritise across multiple workstreams;
• Creative thinking and ability to present data and findings in compelling and visually engaging formats.
   

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 another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.

Qualifications

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

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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.

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

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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.

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