4Mi Project Manager

Overall purpose of the role:

The MMC is a leading source for independent and high-quality data, information, research and analysis on mixed migration. Through the provision of credible evidence and expertise on mixed migration, the MMC aims to support agencies, policy makers and practitioners to make well-informed decisions, to positively impact global and regional migration policies, to contribute to protection and assistance responses for people on the move and to stimulate forward thinking in the sector responding to mixed migration. The MMC’s overarching focus is on human rights, protection and assistance.

The MMC is part of and governed by DRC. While its institutional link to DRC ensures MMC’s work is grounded in operational reality, it acts as an independent source of data, research, analysis and policy development on mixed migration for policy makers, practitioners, journalists, and the broader humanitarian sector. The position of the MMC does not necessarily reflect the position of DRC.

The MMC focuses on seven core regions: East Africa & Yemen, North Africa, West Africa, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean. The staff members of MMC are based in a global office in Geneva and in regional hubs, where it works in close cooperation with regional partners, stakeholders and donors. Through 4Mi, broad networks of monitors are collecting data on mixed migration in over 20 countries across different migration routes globally, conducting over 10,000 in-depth interviews with refugees and migrants on the move annually.

Background

The MMC is a leading source for independent and high-quality data, information, research and analysis on mixed migration. Through the provision of credible evidence and expertise on mixed migration, the MMC aims to support agencies, policy makers and practitioners to make well-informed decisions, to positively impact global and regional migration policies, to contribute to protection and assistance responses for people on the move and to stimulate forward thinking in the sector responding to mixed migration. The MMC’s overarching focus is on human rights, protection and assistance.

The MMC is part of and governed by DRC. While its institutional link to DRC ensures MMC’s work is grounded in operational reality, it acts as an independent source of data, research, analysis and policy development on mixed migration for policy makers, practitioners, journalists, and the broader humanitarian sector. The position of the MMC does not necessarily reflect the position of DRC.

The MMC focuses on seven core regions: East Africa & Yemen, North Africa, West Africa, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean. The staff members of MMC are based in a global office in Geneva and in regional hubs, where it works in close cooperation with regional partners, stakeholders and donors. Through 4Mi, broad networks of monitors are collecting data on mixed migration in over 20 countries across different migration routes globally, conducting over 10,000 in-depth interviews with refugees and migrants on the move annually.

Mixed Migration

Mixed migration refers to cross-border movements of people including refugees fleeing persecution and conflict, victims of trafficking and people seeking better lives and opportunities. Motivated to move by a multiplicity of factors, people engaged in such movements have different legal statuses as well as a variety of vulnerabilities. Although entitled to protection under international human rights law, they are exposed to multiple rights violations along their journey. Those in mixed migration flows travel along similar routes, using similar means of travel – often travelling irregularly and wholly or partially assisted by migrant smugglers.

4Mi

MMC’s flagship data collection tool is 4Mi, a field-level, continuous, data gathering mechanism focusing on those in mixed migration flows along particular route of migration, in selected countries of origin and destination. The primary instrument has been the use of an in-depth questionnaire survey using smart phone technology with cloud-based uploading of completed questionnaires in real time and location-tagged through GPS documentation.

The overall aim of 4Mi is to support an improved knowledge base for policy response and protection response to mixed migration. 4Mi data is used to inform research and analysis, policy development and programmatic responses. In particular, the 4Mi project aims to increase our understanding of realities on including the increasing levels of abuse, neglect, hardship and human rights violations faced by refugees and migrants.

Key Objectives of Role

The specific objectives of the 4Mi Project Manager will be to lead and support the implementation of the 4Mi project in East Africa with a possibility to expand to the Great Lakes and Southern Africa, to establish a continually improved knowledge base for protection response to mixed migration and better inform public policy. 4Mi has been fully rolled out in Djibouti, Kenya and Somalia (since 2014), and in Sudan (since 2020). The successful candidate will ensure that the existing 4Mi structure and network shall continue to meet the needs of humanitarian and development stakeholders whilst expanding 4Mi into new localities and countries in the region. This role will also advise the MMC global team on expansions and strengthening of 4Mi programming across the world.

Daily 4Mi operations and staff management

· To oversee the operations, implementation and management of the 4Mi project in East Africa, Yemen and Egypt / Great Lakes / Southern Africa and where relevant coordinate with the 4Mi Global Coordinator and the other 4Mi PMs. To ensure that all 4Mi project targets/donor deliverables are met.

· To manage the 4Mi Information Management Officers and 4Mi Project Officers/Coordinators who coordinate a network of field monitors in different countries using digital technology to survey mixed migration.

· To identify partners, key informants, contacts and other interlocutors critical to the success of this project, represent MMC at conferences and workshops, and establish close working relations with relevant existing mixed migration-related agencies in different countries.

· Responsibly manage all 4Mi budgets and forecasts and ensure timely and regular donor reporting.

· In coordination with the MMC Regional Manager, maintain donor relations with 4Mi donors and expand the donor base for 4Mi

· Expand 4Mi project geographically and contribute to the strategy and fundraising closely with the MMC Regional Manager

· Develop, in close collaboration with the MMC Regional Manager, appropriate internal processes and SOPs to ensure the success of MMC operations.

Data collection, methodology and analysis of 4Mi data

· In coordination with the 4Mi Global Coordinator, lead on improving and implementing the 4Mi programme and methodology in the region (including, but not limited to, recruitment of monitors in the field, developing and refining a training manual for monitors, defining geographical position of monitors, respondent selection and survey design) and, ensure the methodology of 4Mi is regularly reviewed with respect to increasing its reliability and voracity.

· Oversee the work of the 4Mi Information Management Officers and ensure that 4Mi data is cleaned, validated and formatted for analysis.

· Ensure timely, regular updates of 4Mi data for the MMC website and 4Mi-related publications, in collaboration with the 4Mi Project Officers and Research Officer/s.

· Manage and organize data and be skilled at quantitative analysis and interpretation of data for use in infographics and research (for electronic and hard copy use)

· Contribute to 4Mi snapshots and 4Mi-related publications, in collaboration with the IOMs and Project Officers

· Keep abreast of new developments and ongoing debates on migration data and participate in brainstorming and strategy sessions on new areas of research.

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

· Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

· Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

· Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

· Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

· Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Qualifications and Experience

· A graduate with at least 5-7 years’ experience in an international context (with an NGO, an international organization or a research organization)

· Master’s degree in development economics, social statistics, migration or other relevant subject.

· Project cycle and budget management

· Experience in fundraising

· Proven track record in team management

· Proven record in survey design and implementation in complex settings

· Advanced skills in quantitative analysis and well versed in a statistical package such as STATA, SPSS,

· Strong ability to independently make rapid assessments and sound judgments

· Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills

· Experience working as part of a regional team and in a multicultural environment

· A highly-motivated, organized self-starter who can work independently

· Reporting and drafting skills (highly desirable)

· Strong and proven interest in issues of migration and/or forced displacement

· Ability to travel (30%) of the time in this role (desirable)

· Strong speaking, analytical and writing skills in English

· Demonstrated understanding of current mixed migration debates and dynamics in the region is an asset.

· Full professional proficiency in English;

· Arabic is an asset.

Conditions

Contract: One year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Kenyan National Terms of Employment; Employment band Manager F

Availability: 1st May 2022

Duty station: This position is based in Nairobi – Kenya

Reporting Line: MMC EA Regional Manager

Technical Manager: 4Mi Global Coordinator

Direct reports: MMC Information Officer, 4Mi Project Coordinator Sudan, 4Mi Project Officer(s), MMC

Project Support Assistant

Providing equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process