​​Field Assistant DTM​

Job Description

Position Title: ​​​​Field Assistant DTM​ 

Duty Station City: Caracas
Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Grade: UG-5
Contract Type: Special Short-Term ungraded
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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: Internal candidates.

• Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

​The successful candidate will assist with the planning, organization and monitoring of DTM field operations, including coordination with local authorities and community focal points, support to data collection teams, implementation of assessment tools, quality checks and timely reporting on field progress, challenges and emerging needs. The role will contribute to the production of reliable information on affected populations, displacement, mobility, priority needs and service gaps to support operational decision-making by IOM and partners. 
 

Responsibilities

1. ​​Support the planning, coordination and monitoring of DTM field activities in assigned areas of operation, in line with agreed workplans and guidance from the supervisor.
2. ​Assist in organizing field data collection activities, including rapid assessments, mobility tracking, site or location assessments, registration support, key informant interviews and other DTM-related exercises.
3. ​Support coordination with local authorities, community leaders, service providers, partners and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate access, permissions and implementation of DTM activities.
4. ​Brief, accompany and support enumerators or field teams during data collection, including by clarifying tools, monitoring progress and reporting operational issues to the supervisor.
5. ​Contribute to the review, testing and improvement of data collection tools, forms and field guidance materials, ensuring that they are practical and clearly understood by field teams.
6. ​Collect, compile and verify information from local authorities, community focal points, partners and affected populations, following DTM methodologies and data protection principles.
7. ​Provide regular updates to the supervisor on implementation status, field access, progress, challenges, irregularities, population movements, priority needs and other relevant observations from the field.
8. ​Support the preparation of field summaries, meeting notes, operational updates and inputs for DTM reports, dashboards, maps or other information products.
9. ​Maintain organized records of field visits, contact lists, forms, attendance sheets, operational notes and other relevant documentation, ensuring confidentiality and secure handling of information.
10. ​Undertake duty travel to support DTM field activities, as required and in accordance with security and operational guidance.
11. ​Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• ​Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Geography, Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, International Relations, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or,
• ​High School diploma with five years of relevant professional experience.​ 

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• ​​Experience supporting field operations, data collection, assessments, community engagement, monitoring and evaluation or information management activities in humanitarian, emergency or development contexts.
• ​Experience with DTM activities, rapid needs assessments, mobility tracking, location assessments, registration support, key informant interviews or similar data collection exercises is an advantage.
• ​Experience working with or supporting enumerators, field teams, community focal points, local authorities or partner organizations is an advantage.
• ​Experience compiling field information, preparing basic summaries, maintaining records and supporting operational updates or information products.
• ​Experience working in natural disaster, displacement, migration or other crisis-affected contexts is an advantage. 

Skills

• ​Ability to organize field activities, follow workplans, communicate clearly with teams and report progress, challenges and field observations in a timely manner.
• ​Basic understanding of DTM, humanitarian assessments, data collection methods, responsible use of data and confidentiality principles.
• ​Ability to support enumerators and field teams during data collection, including by explaining tools, identifying issues and escalating questions to the supervisor.
• ​Good command of Microsoft Office and Excel; knowledge of Kobo/ODK, mobile data collection tools, GPS, GIS or other data tools is an advantage.

Languages

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

REQUIRED: For this position, fluency in ​Spanish and English​ is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE: ​​Working knowledge of Portuguese, French or another UN official language 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 Level 1

• 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 only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

•  IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.

•  This vacancy is only available for local citizens or foreigners with right of residence and right to work in the country.

• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:  IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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