VN 2022/022SV – Information Management Coordinator G7 – UMI

Vacancy Notice

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title:Information Management Coordinator

Duty Station:San Salvador

Classification:General Service Staff, Grade G7

Type of Appointment:One Year Fixed Term with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date:As soon as possible

Closing Date:4.JuL.2022

Reference Code:VN2022/022SV

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission for El Salvador, the direct supervision of the Information Management and Analysis Officer; and in close coordination with the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Unit at Headquarters (HQs) and the Regional Migration Data Analysis Unit at the Regional Office, the successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of Data Collection and Information Management (IM) activities, as well as to support initiatives on internal displacement, migration, development, among others in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the design and implementation of Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) activities in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras to provide timely information on human mobility through a solid methodological framework, supervision of field teams, coherence with Global DTM standards and close coordination with the DTM Unit at the Headquarters (HQ) and the Regional Migration Data Analysis Unit at the Regional Office.
2. Provide technical guidance to facilitate the effective collection and use of information in order to support evidence-based decision making based on humanitarian principles.
3. Conduct analysis and research on Internal Displacement (IDPs), in close coordination with IOM´s initiatives at the global level, to support the availability of reliable data in the region.
4. Coordinate and monitor data collection activities as needed, (including sampling, survey design, field teams training and supervision, etc.) such as household and individual surveys, in order to facilitate generation of reliable data .
5. Supervise, guide and train assigned staff members, in order to ensure adequate performance. Develop terms of reference and participate in recruitment processes.
6. Particpate in depth analysis on human mobility and development to foster migration data availability in the region to contribute with evidence-based decision making for public policy.
7. Generate specific information products for the Information Management Unit to be utilized in donor/stakeholder briefings, project proposals, and contractual and/or ad- hoc reports. These products include infographics, dashboards, maps, reports, etc.
8. Update on a regular basis the Information Management Unit in the region carrying out appropriate data validation, back-up, and data protection procedures.
9. Design effective information management workflows and reporting tools to support Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting according to donor regulations and obligations ensuring coherence with the approved workplan.
10. Provide technical guidance to projects and units in El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras to produce robust information across all the Organization by providing technical assistance on data collection and management activities.
11. Participate in technical level in working groups, meetings, presentations, etc. for UN, donors, government counterparts and relevant stakeholders, as needed.
12. Plan, organize, and deliver trainings to key personnel and government stakeholders in the region on data management and research, data protection principles and guidelines, emergency response, among others. to improve their skills and knowledge on relevant human mobility topics.
13. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education and Experience

• University degree in economics, statistics, public policy or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience.
• Experience in information management including data collection, processing, and

analysis.

• Experience in the development of information products for diverse audiences.
• Experience working with large data sets.
• Experience in the fields of population studies, early childhood development, migration, refugees/IDPs.
• Experience in the design and implementation of surveys and questionnaires, including the supervision of interviewers and/or cartographers.
• Experience in the development of DTM and/or emergency reports within a short period of time
• Experience in the supervision of field teams, including payroll of large surveyors’ teams.
• Experience in automation of data cleaning and processing tasks.
• Experience in production of interactive dashboards with available information for diverse audiences

Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization such as Internal Displacement, Reintegration, among others.
• In depth knowledge of Data Protection Principles, knowledge of IOM’s Data Protection Guidelines is a plus
• In depth knowledge of Power Bi and the creation of interactive dashboards.
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
• Knowledge of Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals
• Knowledge of statistical software such as R Software, SPSS, PSPP, SAS, Power Bi, Python and/or Stata.
• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills, with focus on research papers and descriptive reports for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated team-building skills.

Languages

Fluency in Spanish and English (oral and written)

Required Competencies

The successful candidate 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: 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.