Database and Web Developer

Job Description

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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the general guidance of the Head of the Returns and Recovery Unit, overall supervision of the DTM Coordinator and direct supervision of the National Database Officer in Erbil, the Database and web developer will be responsible and accountable for the following duties

Responsibilities

1. Manage/monitor the DTM website and maintain optimal website performance.

2. Develop and design new content for the DTM website.

3. Develop, design, test, and deploy submission viewer web portal.

4. Manage DTM website, submission viewer web portal code on Microsoft Azure Repos.

5. Analyse, model, visualize, and publish data using data visualization frameworks (such as Highcharts). Creating dashboards and interactive reports using BI platforms (such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI).

6. Create and develop tables, views, functions, SQL queries and stored procedures to retrieve and manipulate information for reporting and data process purposes.

7. Support the quality control and data retrieval mechanisms. 

8. Support the gathering, management, storing and sharing of data, and support the development of data collection tool (ODK).

9. Develop new or revise existing web-based tools/systems as requested by the different teams; Establish and guide the website’s technical architecture.

10. Assist with IOM ICT data standards compliance and best practices to facilitate integration between systems and platforms.

11. Perform proper backup, restore, data validation, and security procedures of source code of the new DTM website to ensure data integrity and availability.

12. Ensure that all data collection, storage, analysis, dissemination and data of online applications is in line with IOM’s data protection principles.

13. Stay up to date with new trends and advancements in web development.

14. Perform such other duties as maybe required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related fields from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.

• Completed High School degree from accredited academic institution with seven years relevant professional experience.

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

Experience

• At least 3 years of experience using some or all of the following tools: Excel, Microsoft Visual Studio (ASP .NET C#), ASP.Net MVC framework, and MySQL, SQL server.
• Experience with using Git and Microsoft Azure Repos.
• Experience with using Tableau, PowerBI, Highcharts, and InDesign is an advantage.
• Experience in Information Management, management and coordination of information flows, data management including collection, storing, processing, and analyzing data to generate information products.
• Experience in managing data entry and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Substantial knowledge of non-profit work including data collection and data analysis in post-conflict settings. 

• Knowledge of Durable Solutions Principles, international standards and Frameworks, Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement. 

• Technical understanding of core protection concepts, prevention, and response strategies. 

• Proven experience of research and assessments on displacement and durable solutions and ability to summarize and explain complex information to other. 

• Excellent analytical, proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and analytics software, mastery of certain programming languages may be required writing and presentation skills. 

• Ability to recognize patterns and trends in large data sets and use numerical information to develop business strategies. 

• Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

Fluency in English is required 

Arabic and Kurdish are advantage 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 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 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• 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 leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes

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.

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.

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.

No late applications will be accepted. 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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