Project Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM))

Position Title: Project Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM))

Duty Station: Chisinau, Moldova, Republic of

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade UG

Type of Appointment: Special short-term ungraded, 3 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 06 October 2022

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:

Following the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation on 24 February 2022, the migratory movements from Ukraine towards its neighbouring countries came in a rapid, large wave until April, when flows reduced but continued at a stable rate. Since the start of the conflict, it is now estimated that 5 million people have already crossed into neighbouring countries, of whom more than 248,660 (presumed to be an underestimation) are Third Country Nationals (TCN), including individuals with temporary residence permits, international students, and irregular migrants originating from Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, Middle East and North Africa, Asia and Latin America.

From 24 February to 13 September 2022, 608,806 persons have entered Moldova from Ukraine (556,701 Ukrainians and 52,105 TCNs) according to the Ministry of Interior and the Moldovan General Inspectorate of Border Police in coordination with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Moldova . Of those, 80,787 persons, including 41,985 children currently remain in Moldova. Out of the total number of conflict-affected persons in Moldova, there are 75,843 Ukrainian refugees and 4,944 third-country nationals. Currently 80 temporary accommodation centres are set up across the country by the authorities to shelter those fleeing from Ukraine, 30 of which are located in the capital city of Chisinau. Although the majority of refugees reside within the hosting community (accounting for 95.5 per cent of the entire refugee population residing in Moldova), 3,951 refugees, which represent around 4.5 % of the total number of displaced present in the country, are placed in the above-mentioned accommodation centres. The rest are renting, staying in hotels, or with families in Moldovan communities.

Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision of the Emergency Coordinator, the Project Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)) will lead the displacement tracking matrix team in Moldova, developing and delivering activities and projects for IOM Moldova’s data and analytics response.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support and coordinate operational workflows necessary for delivery of DTM activities within the context of the ongoing response in Moldova.
2. Contribute to the development of the strategy for DTM in-country ensuring and tracking the relevance, timeliness, and effective circulation of products.
3. Develop tools and processes as needed to deliver the agreed DTM activities.
4. Effectively manage the DTM team, including recruitment and performance management of staff, and providing technical guidance and training, including to field coordinators and enumerators, including on Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA).
5. Assist in establishing and monitoring relevant data procedures as required.
6. Review and, as appropriate, draft, collate and edit related information products, including datasets and reports.
7. Represent IOM DTM in the inter-agency forums in particular the information management working group and ensure that IOM is visibly contributing to inter-agency efforts.
8. Contribute to project development and management activities, internal and donor reporting, donor liaison and resource mobilization efforts, and team support and management as required, particularly in relation to DTM’s ongoing response in Moldova.
9. Perform such other related duties as maybe assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree social sciences, political science, development, international relations or related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant work experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience working in humanitarian settings;
• Experience conducting primary data collection initiatives is critical for this position;
• Experience in DTM implementation is highly advantageous;
• Experience working in inter-agency environments and coordinating with partners is critical for this position.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Capable to share ideas and explain results to all levels of the Organization and stakeholders.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge in Ukrainian, Romanian, and/or Russian is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

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

• 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

• 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.

Other:

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.

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. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.