Displacement Tracking Matrix Enumerator

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Mission and objectives

UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results. UNDP has been present in Malawi since 1964. Working closely with the Government of Malawi, civil society and the private sector, UNDP' s work aims to contribute to economic growth, sustainable environmental management, and democratic governance and accountability in Malawi. UNDP’s Country Programme Document is closely aligned to the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy (MDGS III) and supports Malawi’s aim to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. UNDP ‘s programme is designed to address the interlinked issues of poverty, inequality and vulnerability to shocks and is managed within two portfolios: Responsive Institutions and Citizen Engagement which works towards strengthening effective, accountable and inclusive governance that promotes civic engagement, respect for human rights, rule of law, peace and democracy. It also works towards strengthening data generation and analysis. Resilience and Sustainable Growth which focusses on enhancing economic innovation, inclusive business, job creation, and renewable energy access. It also works towards helping Malawi adapt to climate change and build resilience to disasters.

Context

UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, and institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results. UNDP has been present in Malawi since 1964. Working closely with the Government of Malawi, civil society and the private sector, UNDP's work aims to contribute to economic growth, sustainable environmental. management, and democratic governance and accountability in Malawi. UNDP’s Country Programme Document is closely aligned to the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy (MDGS III) and supports Malawi’s aim to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. UNDP’s work in the area of governance in Malawi contributes to the aim of the UN Development Assistance Framework [2019-2023] to address root causes of poor governance, through supporting governance institutions at all levels to harmonize policy, legal and organizational frameworks; to strengthen data systems and oversight institutions for enhanced accountability; strengthen gender and human rights frameworks, institutional systems, civic engagement; and improve participation and early warning systems. UNDP Governance Portfolio has been supporting the Government of Malawi in strengthening institutional capacity for sustaining peace, inclusive societies and participatory democracy through the Social Cohesion Programme for peacebuilding and conflict prevention. Through the implementation of the UN joint peacebuilding fund project, UNDP supports the operationalization of National Peace Architecture through the establishment of Malawi National Peace and Unity Commission (MPUC) and District Peace and Unity Committees (DPUCs) to strengthen institutional capacities for conflict prevention, with specific focus on borderland communities. The programme also aims at strengthening the capacity of the rule of law and security sector to identify, monitor and respond to drivers of conflict and human rights abuses/violations in borderland areas. The existence of many informal border entry points makes it difficult for border security and training on monitoring and applying border control measures to border control officials. Therefore, the project will conduct joint monthly flow monitoring in formal and informal border entry points through a population mobility mapping exercise (PMM) and deployment of a Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM). This will ensure that screening processes at border crossing points are gender sensitive and are able to detect and protect victims of abuse at border crossing points in the screening process personnel to effectively monitor and collect data relevant to cross-border movements and human rights abuses at informal border crossings. In this context, the UNDP Governance Portfolio is looking for a candidate who has proven experience in flow monitoring. The selected candidates will report to UNDP and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), which is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.

Task description

Under the overall management of the UNDP Project Coordinator under the direct supervision of the IOM DTM Field Assistant, and technical guidance from the IOM information management team. The incumbent within the delegated authority will be responsible for collecting information in select locations across the borderline of Mangochi and Karonga districts in Malawi. In particular, s/he will Core Functions / Responsibilities: Support identification, selection, and prioritization of Flow Monitoring Points through Participatory Mobility Mapping (PMM) and Population Participatory Mapping Exercise (PME) Conduct key informant interviews, observation, and focus group discussions with migrants/travelers, Key Informant stakeholders, or any other stakeholder to collect information on needs, vulnerabilities, or any other information required for FMS. Prepare and complete paper and electronic data collection forms and tools with high accuracy in a daily manner. Timely Submission/synchronization of data and any other information related to FM for analysis. Liaise with relevant stakeholders and represent IOM at meetings, field visits, and supervision activities where needed. Support FM monitoring reports dissemination to district and local stakeholders. Prepare a summary of the main daily findings, weekly reports and monthly findings to support reporting. Responsible for attending all training and debriefing sessions and adhering to all guidelines and instructions issued by the Field Supervisor assigned to the team. Responsible for the identification of key informants for the gathering of data and preparation of a database of key informants. Responsible for the security of working materials including electronic tablets, and other material/ resources provided for the performance of their role. Responsible for maintaining integrity, security, and confidentiality of data gathered and information shared. Taking photos of the areas visited and surrounding areas to support reporting. Assess and report on the condition and needs of FM activities/FMPs to heighten information management reporting. Perform any other duties assigned by the direct supervisor and/or DTM team. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day) Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers. Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.