Open to Internal & External Candidates Vacancy No .IOM-VN/0116/22 (Re-Advertised) Position Title National Program Officer – DTM/ Database & Information Management Duty Station Addis Ababa, EthiopiaClassificationNO-AType of Appointment One Year Fixed Term (OYFT)Estimated Start Date As soon as possible Posting Period 23.05.2023 to 30.05.2023

Organizational Context and Scope

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.

 IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Under the overall supervision of Emergency and Post Crisis Programme Coordinator and direct supervision of the DTM Project Officer; and in coordination with relevant units in IOM Special Liaison Office and the Global DTM Support team at HQ, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing all aspects of the of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) information management process and further developing the database and application systems.

 Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Developing, implementing and administering database information systems to gather and process information required for DTM implementation.

2. With the technical support of the Global DTM team and in compliance with the DTM global database standards, facilitating the design of a flexible database structure for the DTM MT to support an ever-changing questionnaire.

3. Developing data collection tools and/or data entry tools as required.

4. Supervising the IM team in assigning tasks and making sure their performances are optimized.

5. Compile and do analysis on the data collected.

6. Conduct further analysis and triangulation of information on

   1. SA and VAS with B1F/B2F

   2. ETT

   3. FMR and FMS

   4. Trend analysis

7. In coordination with Global IT support and the mission IT department, implement the technical aspects of data governance

8. Review and approve the data validation and cross-checking process to ensure proper and reliable data across sources.

9. Review and give final approval on all datasets and analysis before they are submitted to the Reporting Officer for the production of reports. 

10. Support DTM field project assistants in the implementation of best practices at field level to ensure data quality.

11. Any other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• University Degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Database Management, Software Development, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics or a related field from an accredited academic institution

Experience

·         At least two years relevant experience is required

• Experience in the development and implementation of population database systems (e.g. migrant registration, censuses, household surveys);

• Experience in the development and management of database information systems;

• Experience in the development and implementation of ODK/Kobo toolbox or any other mobile data collection tools, as well as PowerBI or other data visualization softwares.

• Minimum two years of experience in the development and implementation of population database systems (such as registrations, census or surveys);

• Minimum two years of experience in systems analysis and development, data modelling and SQL programming;

• Two or more years of experience in DTM data is preferable

• Five or more years of experience using the following tools: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visual Studio (ASP .NET C#), SQL Server is preferred

• UN/INGO experience is a plus

Languages

·         Fluency in English and Amharic (oral and written) is required.

·         Knowledge of other local languages an advantage.

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural 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.

• 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: 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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

 How to apply:

For Internal applicants – please send your application letter enclosed with your updated CV to DL_ETH_IOMEthiopiaHR@iom.int, by putting the vacancy number and job title in the subject line.(previous internal applicants don't need to apply again)

For external applicants: you are required to apply via THIS LINK. Any application that does not fulfill/attach the below-listed documents will not be considered.

·      Motivation/Application letter indicating the short vacancy number and position title as mentioned in the short vacancy notice.

·      CV (written in English) with three professional referees and their contacts (both email and telephone)

·      Copies of all Academic Certificates from an Accredited University

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!