The International Organization for Migration (IOM) – Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Information Management Officer (MM/IM)
Requisition: SVN 2020 261
Location: Lagos
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Irregular migration along the Central Mediterranean route is increasingly dangerous for migrants. Crossing the Mediterranean to Italy is by far the deadliest route, with 1 death recorded for 35 arrivals (IOM, 2016). In addition, over 70% of the migrants interviewed by IOM on their arrival in Italy report that they were victims of trafficking or other exploitative practices during their migratory journey along the routes of the Central Mediterranean.
- To meet these challenges IOM, with support from the European Union (EU), has developed targeted interventions in Nigeria and transit countries to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help in improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach. This will be achieved through different types of interventions including protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants, provision of direct assistance through search and rescue support, identification, referral and direct assistance to vulnerable migrants, assistance for voluntary return, support for sustainable reintegration in the communities of origin, the dissemination of accurate information on migration to migrants, potential migrants and communities, and the collection of data on migration flows.
- As part of IOM’s global efforts to strengthen information management in the area, systems are being upgraded and expanded to ensure that data is systematically stored and managed through a centralized, standardized system. The upgrade improves operational efficiency and the data produced will be used to develop the evidence base on migration and vulnerability and provide valuable insight into IOM’s programming. The expanded systems will also include processes to improve the assistance workflow and monitoring of the return and reintegration experiences and outcomes of returns, as well as the assistance provided to all migrants in vulnerable situations assisted by IOM.
- Working under the overall supervision of the Project Manager (MM) and Head of Sub Office, Lagos in Nigeria and the direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer (MM/PSU), Lagos and the thematic supervision of the Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of Information Management (IM) related activities within the Migration Management Unit (MMU) in Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing and supervising the implementation of all IM activities in Nigeria. Monitor quality output, allocation of resources to achieve the identified outputs, and the selection of personnel and partners, and participate in overall management functions.
- Coordinate with Sub-Units to identify and analyze needs related to information management and prepare tools, conduct preliminary analyses and draft reports relevant to proposed programmes.
- Support the Unit’s monitoring and evaluation team in developing tools and analyzing collected data for feedback mechanism, data management, and reporting.
- Support the roll out and application of the latest MiMOSA upgrade in Nigeria in particular for the use in EUTF funded migrant protection and reintegration programming.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of databases and other information management/reporting systems.
- Provide guidance and training on the implementation and effective use of data collection tools embedded in IOM’s institutional information management systems – including MiMOSA, Flow Monitoring and standardized M&E tools for voluntary return and reintegration – in Nigeria to support and improve data monitoring, analyses and reporting.
- Produce and provide data and information for the development of reports as required to be used for internal and external publications, with focus on IOM Nigeria’s Migration Management programming outcomes and impact.
- In coordination with the DTM team, support the Migration Data Team in the implementation of Flow Monitoring related activities of the EU-IOM Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration.
- Identify and implement practical solutions related to data collection, analysis, and visualization of Migration Management Unit’s activities, in line with best practices on data security and data protection.
- Monitor the data management aspect of implementing partners’ work and provide technical support as needed to ensure compliance and allow comprehensive reporting.
- Support in the drafting and operationalization of SOPs on data collection, compliance with organizational standards and real-time reporting of project activities.
- Participate in relevant seminars and meetings as well as other events focusing on Information Management.
- Undertake duty travel as required.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Master’s degree in Information management, Demography, Geography, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience:
- Experience of information management work, including data verification, validation, classification, and transformation;
- Experience in the development and management of databases and applications;
- Experience in the field of migrant assistance, particularly Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) and protection strongly preferred;
- Experience using MiMOSA is strongly preferred;
- Experience in the development and management of (SQL and NoSQL) databases and applications is preferred;
- Experience in the use of database applications and statistical analysis tools.
Skills:
- Excellent qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills and demonstrated ability to produce high-quality information products;
- Proven ability to deliver technical training to different audiences;
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
- Knowledge or experience of case management/customer relationship management systems (Mimosa).
Languages:
- IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and Spanish is an advantage.
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies:
- Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- 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.
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 action 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
- 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 potential.
- Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf. Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Others:
- Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
- 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.
- The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
Application Closing Date
10th December, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Note
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Job Title: Senior Programme Assistant (IBM)
SVN No.: SVN2020.083
Location: Abuja
Slots: 3
Organizational Unit: Immigration and Border Management
IOM Classification: G7
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) 6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Working under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission, and under the direct supervision of the IOM Nigeria IBM Senior Programme Manager, and with close coordination with the relevant technical support from the IBM Senior Regional Thematic Specialist and the Immigration and Border Management (IBM) Division at IOM Headquarters (HQs) in Geneva, and with support from specialist consultants with specific tasks within IOM Nigeria IBM projects, successful candidates’ primary role will be to coordinate project implementation of all components of one of Immigration and Border Management projects
- The IBM Senior Programme Assistant will also take responsibility as requested for coordination of implementation of the broader IBM portfolio of projects at IOM Nigeria
- Successful candidates will work in close collaboration with key Nigerian government partners and with the donor community; contribute to monitoring and analysis of national and trans-national trends relevant to the IOM Nigeria IBM portfolio; and, contribute Nigerian perspective and support to regional IBM projects affecting Nigeria.
In particular, s/he will:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Provide overall support to the IBM Senior Programmed Manager.
- Supporting the IBM Programme Manager in liaison with relevant governmental, non-governmental entities (NGOs), international organizations as well as other relevant stakeholders where necessary for the effective implementation of the activities of project and participate in coordination meetings with governments, NGOs and other stakeholders where required.
- Lead, coordinate and directly supervise the work of the Project Assistant and the Project Junior Assistant in the following areas:
- Tracking and coordinating the work in all project components.
- Collecting and providing necessary information and assists in planning, preparing, organising and implementing all aspects of the project activities, including preparations and support to special consultancies occurring in the project.
- Assisting in timely implementation of project activities.
- Assisting in reporting to donors and partners, in IOM and donor formats as required.
- Assisting with in-house coordination among IOM finance, procurement, security and other relevant support units at IOM Nigeria.
- Researching, compiling and presenting information on developments on new trends and policies in the field of migration in the country for successful implementation of the project activities.
- Ensuring proper documentation of project documents and filing.
- Assisting in the monitoring and evaluation of project activities.
- Supporting visibility and communication activities related to the project.
- Assisting in the planning, preparation and implementation of seminars, conferences, workshops, meetings, presentations and missions related to the project, undertake duty travel when necessary.
- Identify and document good practices and lessons learned and contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), policies and concept papers.
- Supporting the development of new related projects based on identified needs during project implementation.
- Work in coordination with other project leads within the unit to achieve common goals.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications
- University Degree from an accredited institution in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Migration Studies, International Relations and / or Law.
Experience:
- A minimum of five years of experience closely related to development or humanitarian project administration and management;
- Demonstrated knowledge (non-expert) in the technical areas relevant to IOM mandate areas for project implementation and development;
- Substantive experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national/international institutions, the UN and NGOs;
- Experience working on migration issues in a project setting; and,
- Direct experience in border management data systems in the migration sector will be an added advantage.
Skills:
- Strong planning, coordination and logistics skills related to implementation of complex activities.
- Ability to independently carry out tasks, proactivity, ability to multi-task and to prioritize.
- Knowledge of social and development issues in Nigeria, particularly within area of responsibility.
- Experience of supporting all aspects of project management and familiarity with international standards and EU regulations.
Languages:
- Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of local language an advantage.
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 3:
- 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 action 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 3:
- 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 potential.
- Empowering others & building trust creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: work strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
Other:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station and within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Women with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Application Closing Date
7th December, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their Applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating position applied on subject line.
Click here for more information (PDF)
Job Title: Project Assistant, CT/AVM
SVN No.: SVN2020.82
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Organizational Unit: Migration Management
IOM Classification: G5
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term (SST) 6 Months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Working under the overall supervision of the Project Officer (CT/AVM), Lagos, and the direct supervision of the National Programme Officer (CT/AVM), Lagos the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation of activities in the thematic area of Counter Trafficking and Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants under the Migration Management unit, addressing prevention of human trafficking and provision of direct assistance to trafficked victims, as well as the implementation of service delivery support by partners and the sustainable rehabilitation and reintegration of VoTs.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of IOM Lagos’ Counter-Trafficking and Victim Protection activities and deliverables, including timely delivery, quality control, administrative matters, follow-up, and financial support.
- Assist with monitoring the case-management of vulnerable migrants and victims of trafficking and support, including conducting screening interviews and intake as required.
- Facilitate cooperation with national stakeholders, organize work meetings, thematic workshops and training sessions of partner NGOs, local authorities, and public institutions, engaged in the process of identification, referral and support of VoT and vulnerable migrants.
- Carry out individual consultations with victims of trafficking and provide immediate rehabilitation and recovery support, including medical care, psychological counselling, emergency assistance, hospitalization, as well as shelter assistance for consulted persons, if needed. Ensure adherence to IOM’s internal guidance, policies, and principles in the identification of target groups and assistance provision.
- Assist in providing material and overall training support to relevant state and non-state actors, including training institutions, involved with providing rehabilitation and sustainable reintegration assistance.
- Develop the beneficiary profile and needs assessment formats and ensure that information on returnees is codified and store into a database (MiMoSa) for further processing, analysis, and reporting.
- Support the development of contextualised standardized victim screening, identification, referral and reporting tools, including respective indicators and launch at state level.
- Guided by the existing SOP, coordinate with UNICEF to provide family tracing and reunification (FTR) and reintegration support to unaccompanied and separated migrant child (USMC).
- Assist in the design, development and implementation of awareness-raising activities for VoTs on their rights and available protection, as well as with private sector actors supporting rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.
- Compile inputs and prepare periodic donor reports and updates, including preparation of narrative and financial project reports.
- Support IOM Monitoring and Evaluation Team (MET) of the project where necessary, including preparation of reports, and the assessment of the qualitative and quantitative impact of grants and community projects
- Ensure that monthly monitoring reports are submitted on time.
- Conduct field visits, as and when necessary.
- Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- University degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Law, Humanitarian Affairs, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant experience or High School Diploma in the above fields with five years of relevant working experience
- Experience in counter-trafficking, protection of vulnerable migrants, GBV or similar area.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality is mandatory.
- Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national / international institutions.
- Experience in migration, refugees and reintegration of migrants and victims of trafficking.
- Ability to work under stressful working conditions such as tight timelines and managing large groups of beneficiaries.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and reporting skills.
- Good communication, inter-personal and negotiation skills
- Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government and Non- Governmental counterparts, international organizations, civil societies, and/or private sector entities.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and SharePoint.
Languages:
- Fluency in English and working knowledge the local language.
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
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 action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
Other:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This is a national position and only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
Application Closing Date
6th December, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating position number on the subject line.
Click here for more information (PDF)
Job Title: Project Assistant (WASH)
SVN No.: SVN2020.81
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
IOM Classification: G5
Organizational Unit: Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term (SST) 6 Months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Slot: 2 Openings
Context
- Working under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, Head of Office / Emergency coordinator, and Program manager Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH); and direct supervision of Project Officer (WASH) the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out WASH project functions in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules and procedures. In particular, s/he will:
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Assist in implementation WASH projects according to the agreed response strategy and plan.
- Liaise closely with the WASH Project Manager and other WASH Project assistants throughout the planning, implementation and monitoring stages of WASH projects
- Participate in the assessments, definition of technical documents and contracts for the construction, rehabilitation and upgrading of WASH facilities.
- Participate in assessments of water and sanitation needs.
- Continuously assist to monitor and the WASH activities using both quantitative and qualitative data.
- Regularly support the WASH technical supervisors, Hygiene promoters and WASH daily works working at the field
- Monitor and verify WASH projects are implemented in line with the requirements and in accordance with IOM, donor, Sector, country and international standards i.e. Sphere and HAP standards.
- Assist in the preparation of technical site layout, and bill of quantities for all planned works. Provide technical inputs to logistics / procurement in calling for bids, technical evaluation, assist in preparing the contractual agreements and monitoring the work of successful contractors.
- Support in preparing the requests of the materials, and verifying the technical specifications and quality delivered by suppliers and contractors.
- Support site planning in terms of locating WASH facilities as required in new site developments and extensions. Conduct a topographical survey and setting out of drainage lines.
- Continually support to assess emergency needs, as requested, especially taking in the broader perspective of emergency WASH and public health.
- Submit daily, weekly and monthly reports on time using standard format.
- Effectively work together with other WASH Sector partners in executing WASH emergency response activities. Ensure that effective communication and networking is developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration.
- Coordinate closely with local government and sectoral stakeholders / counterparts to exchange information on the implementation of WASH projects.
- Assess areas for improvement and record lessons learnt for future activities.
- Any other task not listed above when requested by the supervisors
Required Qualifications and Experience
- University degree or Master’s in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Public Health, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of relevant experience or High School Diploma in the above fields with five years of relevant working experience
- Experience in humanitarian field is mandatory. WASH in emergencies is an asset.
- Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc).
- Versatile in use of design-related software (e.g. AutoCAD) and ability to prepare schedules/bills of quantities and cost estimates
- Demonstrated ability to maintain integrity in performing responsibility assigned
- Proactive; independent worker; A great team player; Fast Learner; IT Literate: Interpersonal skill; Communication and negotiation skills; Administrative & Time Management skills; Proficiency in Microsoft applications; Must have strong analytical, planning and people management skills; Ability to prepare clear and concise report
Languages:
- Fluency in English and working knowledge of the local language.
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles / rules and standards of conduct.
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 action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
Other:
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This is a national position and only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
Application Closing Date
30th November, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Applications via email to: HRNIGERIA@iom.int indicating position number on subject line.
Click here for more information (PDF)
Job Title: Information Management Officer (MM/IM)
Requisition: SVN 2020 261
Location: Lagos
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Context
- Irregular migration along the Central Mediterranean route is increasingly dangerous for migrants. Crossing the Mediterranean to Italy is by far the deadliest route, with 1 death recorded for 35 arrivals (IOM, 2016). In addition, over 70% of the migrants interviewed by IOM on their arrival in Italy report that they were victims of trafficking or other exploitative practices during their migratory journey along the routes of the Central Mediterranean.
- To meet these challenges IOM, with support from the European Union (EU), has developed targeted interventions in Nigeria and transit countries to protect the security, dignity and rights of migrants along this important and dangerous migration route and to help in improving the reintegration of returnees through an innovative approach. This will be achieved through different types of interventions including protection and assistance to vulnerable and stranded migrants, provision of direct assistance through search and rescue support, identification, referral and direct assistance to vulnerable migrants, assistance for voluntary return, support for sustainable reintegration in the communities of origin, the dissemination of accurate information on migration to migrants, potential migrants and communities, and the collection of data on migration flows.
- As part of IOM’s global efforts to strengthen information management in the area, systems are being upgraded and expanded to ensure that data is systematically stored and managed through a centralized, standardized system. The upgrade improves operational efficiency and the data produced will be used to develop the evidence base on migration and vulnerability and provide valuable insight into IOM’s programming. The expanded systems will also include processes to improve the assistance workflow and monitoring of the return and reintegration experiences and outcomes of returns, as well as the assistance provided to all migrants in vulnerable situations assisted by IOM.
- Working under the overall supervision of the Project Manager (MM) and Head of Sub Office, Lagos in Nigeria and the direct supervision of the Programme Support Officer (MM/PSU), Lagos and the thematic supervision of the Regional Office (RO) and Headquarters (HQs), the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and effective coordination of Information Management (IM) related activities within the Migration Management Unit (MMU) in Nigeria.
Core Functions / Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing and supervising the implementation of all IM activities in Nigeria. Monitor quality output, allocation of resources to achieve the identified outputs, and the selection of personnel and partners, and participate in overall management functions.
- Coordinate with Sub-Units to identify and analyze needs related to information management and prepare tools, conduct preliminary analyses and draft reports relevant to proposed programmes.
- Support the Unit’s monitoring and evaluation team in developing tools and analyzing collected data for feedback mechanism, data management, and reporting.
- Support the roll out and application of the latest MiMOSA upgrade in Nigeria in particular for the use in EUTF funded migrant protection and reintegration programming.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of databases and other information management/reporting systems.
- Provide guidance and training on the implementation and effective use of data collection tools embedded in IOM’s institutional information management systems – including MiMOSA, Flow Monitoring and standardized M&E tools for voluntary return and reintegration – in Nigeria to support and improve data monitoring, analyses and reporting.
- Produce and provide data and information for the development of reports as required to be used for internal and external publications, with focus on IOM Nigeria’s Migration Management programming outcomes and impact.
- In coordination with the DTM team, support the Migration Data Team in the implementation of Flow Monitoring related activities of the EU-IOM Joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration.
- Identify and implement practical solutions related to data collection, analysis, and visualization of Migration Management Unit’s activities, in line with best practices on data security and data protection.
- Monitor the data management aspect of implementing partners’ work and provide technical support as needed to ensure compliance and allow comprehensive reporting.
- Support in the drafting and operationalization of SOPs on data collection, compliance with organizational standards and real-time reporting of project activities.
- Participate in relevant seminars and meetings as well as other events focusing on Information Management.
- Undertake duty travel as required.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- Master’s degree in Information management, Demography, Geography, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience:
- Experience of information management work, including data verification, validation, classification, and transformation;
- Experience in the development and management of databases and applications;
- Experience in the field of migrant assistance, particularly Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) and protection strongly preferred;
- Experience using MiMOSA is strongly preferred;
- Experience in the development and management of (SQL and NoSQL) databases and applications is preferred;
- Experience in the use of database applications and statistical analysis tools.
Skills:
- Excellent qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills and demonstrated ability to produce high-quality information products;
- Proven ability to deliver technical training to different audiences;
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
- Knowledge or experience of case management/customer relationship management systems (Mimosa).
Languages:
- IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and Spanish is an advantage.
- Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies:
- Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- 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.
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 action 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
- 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 potential.
- Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf. Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Others:
- Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
- 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.
- The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
- Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
Application Closing Date
10th December, 2020.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online