UNICEF Bangladesh is seeking an Information Management Officer (Level 2, Temporary Appointment) to help strengthen the information systems and evidence that guide programmes and the humanitarian response in Cox's Bazar. Working within the Planning, Monitoring and Reporting team, the Officer will support the coordination of the office Information Management Pool, support the operationalization of a central information management system, standardize indicators and reporting processes, and improve data quality across UNICEF programmes and UNICEF-led sectors.The role combines technical information management with coordination and practical service delivery. The Officer will support databases and digital platforms, dashboards, GIS and emergency monitoring; contribute to JRP, HAC, HPM, donor and programme reporting; and build the capacity of colleagues and partners to use data responsibly. We are looking for a collaborative and solutions-oriented professional who can turn complex information needs into reliable systems, clear analysis and timely decision-support products.
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For every child, the right to a Calling
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
How can you make a difference?
Under the supervision of the Monitoring Specialist (Data and Information Management), the Information Management Officer supports the coordination and operationalization of the Bangladesh Country Office's central information management ecosystem and the Cox's Bazar Information Management Pool. The Officer strengthens programme and sector information systems, data standards, reporting, quality assurance, analysis, visualization and GIS so that timely, reliable and accessible evidence is available for programme planning, performance monitoring, humanitarian coordination, emergency response, resource allocation and management decision-making.
Key functions and accountabilities:
- Coordinate the Information Management Pool and central information management system
- Strengthen and integrate programme and sector information systems
- Standardize indicators, reporting and data quality assurance
- Support evidence-based planning, assessments and target setting
- Produce analysis, dashboards, GIS and emergency information products
- Support humanitarian, programme and donor reporting
- Strengthen IM capacity, coordination and responsible data management
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Terms of Reference: 
Temporary Appointment ToR_Information Management Officer, NO-B, TA, CXB FINAL VA.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Minimum requirements:
- Education: A university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in geographic information sciences, statistics, computer science, information technology, information systems, engineering, information and communication technology, or another relevant technical field is required.
- Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in information management, data management, monitoring and evaluation, statistics, research, GIS, or related work in a development or humanitarian context is required.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Bangla is required.
Desirables:
- Education: An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in one of the above-mentioned fields is an asset.
- Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
- Demonstrated experience in database design and administration, indicator management, data collection and validation, data-quality assurance, analysis, visualization and reporting.
- Strong practical skills in Microsoft Excel and at least one database, business-intelligence or GIS platform.
- Ability to translate programme and coordination requirements into usable data structures, tools and analytical products; manage multiple deadlines; communicate technical issues clearly; and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and partners.
- Experience with UNICEF, another UN agency or a comparable humanitarian or development organization is an asset.
- Familiarity with ActivityInfo, Power BI, ArcGIS/QGIS, digital data-collection platforms, APIs, SQL or UNICEF/sector information systems is desirable.
- Experience with humanitarian planning and reporting processes such as JRP, HAC, HPM or inter-agency 4W/5W reporting, and knowledge of the Rohingya refugee response or Bangladesh programme context, are assets.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
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