Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Assistant- IOM 267 views

Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5

Type of appointment: Special Short Term, 3 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Reference Number: SVN2021/07

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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

Context

In Zimbabwe, IOM has set up its Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) to provide a better understanding of migration patterns and needs within the country. DTM in Zimbabwe is in two-folds and aims to provide information related to migration flows and internal displacement.

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Chief of Mission, in close collaboration with the Head of Programmes and under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the ERU in the implementation of DTM programme / project related activities, as well strengthening migration data and communication on migrant’s needs and vulnerabilities, migration flows and trends within the mission.

Duties And Responsibilities

Contribute to the design and implement the integrated mechanism for data gathering and information management across all activities to ensure accurate and reliable data is collected, stored, and submitted in a timely manner to be further processed; Provide support to data collection operations in the context of different DTM exercises (e.g flow monitoring, baseline assessments, multi-sectoral assessments) being conducted in different provinces of the country; Support the identification, recruitment, training and task coordination of enumerators and key informants, and regularly monitor quality of collected data; Ensure the effective use of the designated information system, including DTM portal and application tools, and other databases to manage the implementation of information management mechanism; Support the development and facilitate DTM training modules for different stakeholders as required for the implementation of information management mechanism to ensure smooth roll out; Liaise with different Units / programmes / projects within the mission, as well as partners, on relevant information management and reporting issues, tools, and initiatives; Ensure that the implementation of the information management systems and application adhere to IOM’s Information Technology and Communication (ITC) Policies and Standards; Assist project coordinators in the development of donor reports and project proposals with respect to the information management (DTM) component; Attend UN Information Management Group, project meetings and participate in information management joint activities, as required; Provide regular and updated information on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations surrounding human mobility in Zimbabwe; Perform such other such duties as may be required.

Qualifications and experience

University degree in Information Management, Statistics, Computer Science, Media or Social Sciences or a related field with three years of relevant professional experience or High school degree with at least five years of professional experience in related fields.

Experience

Experience in information management, emergency humanitarian operations, and / or management and coordination of information flows; In-depth knowledge of the latest technological developments in information technology and information system; Proven skills to analyse statistical information; Ability to formulate IM-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures; Ability to translate planning-specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis, and vice versa; Demonstrated knowledge of different data collection methodologies; Ability to compile and holistically analyse diverse datasets; Experience with handling confidential data; Excellent spoken and written English is essential and in-depth knowledge of local culture and languages, essential; Knowledge and understanding of IOM / UN guidelines is an advantage.

Technical skills

Ability to verify, clean and process data; Demonstrated computer knowledge use including Microsoft Office, Access, Google Earth, and ability to use internet and email; Knowledge of Open Data Kit (ODK) applications and use of PDAs; Good knowledge of the context / geography of Zimbabwe; Familiarity with mobile data collection technologies and GPS an advantage.

Languages

Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Required competencies

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

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 of 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

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment; No late applications will be accepted.