Position Title : Data Analysis and Reporting Officer
Duty Station : Berlin, Germany
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Nine months with possibility of
extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 24 October 2024
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 work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;
Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
IOM established the Global Data Institute to harness the power of its data for operations,
making meaning of global migration patterns, and providing foresight. The Global Data Institute
capitalizes on synergies between its two units the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) and the
Global Migration Data Analysis Center (GMDAC) and collaborates with a network of regional
data specialists to illuminate the global data story of human mobility.
Under overall supervision of the Global Coordinator for DTM, and the direct supervision of the
Senior Regional Project Manager (DTM REMAP) based in Berlin, Germany, the Data Analysis
and Reporting Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)) will be responsible for realizing
data consolidation, analysis and reporting under the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) DATA
project.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Provide technical inputs to be used for the development and implementation of the
methodological, operational and training aspects of the DTM Regional Evidence for Migration
and Policy (REMAP) project.
2. Draft and produce standard publishing materials and presentations, and various data
visualization formats including maps, statistics, online materials and info sheets.
3. Provide technical support related to data presentation needs on various written outputs (e.g.
papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.).
4. Draft, proof-read, assist with editing and format DTM output products including but not limited.
5. Produce donor reports including project summary reports, quarterly flash updates and annual
narrative reports.
6. Prepare preliminary multi-country analyses of DTM data under the DTM project.
7. Evaluate data and information gaps across all countries and propose adjustments to improve
ongoing data collection exercises to strengthen overall consolidation and compatibility of data
across countries under the DTM project.
8. Research, analyze and evaluate new applications related to information systems, new
technologies and processes to manage information in response to disasters and/or complex
emergencies and make recommendations for their utilization.
9. Travel to field missions when necessary to support DTM project implementation.
10. Provide administrative and logistical support as needed.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Migration Studies, Demography, Political or Social Science, Statistics,

International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years
of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Research experience in the field of population studies, human mobility, mixed migration, and

refugees/ internally displaced persons (IDPs) in developed and developing countries, including
field experience related to displacement and migration research.

• Experience in proof-reading and editing reports.
• Experience in DTM reporting.
• Experience in IOM liaison at global, regional and cross-regional level is an advantage.
• Practical field experience in domains related to relief interventions and humanitarian action

(including support to displaced populations and implementation of emergency and early
recovery activities), UN, and the cluster system, including Camp Coordination and Camp
Management (CCCM) is an advantage.

Skills

• Survey and questionnaire design and probabilistic sampling is a advantage.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, efficiency, and flexibility.
• Information management, reporting, coordination and analysis of data from large and complex

information systems.

• Advanced English writing and communication skills.
• Excellent research, writing, communication and analytical skills; ability to prepare clear and

concise reports.

• Proven analytical skills and creative thinking.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and quality and capacity to meet deadlines.
• Proven and demonstrable interest in migration, disaster management and/or humanitarian

issues.

• Effectively coordinates actions with country offices and stakeholders.
• Capable to share ideas and explain results to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and

professional backgrounds.

• Proficiency in Adobe in-design.
• Proficiency analyzing migration data.

Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French,
Spanish and/or another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, and 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
1 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 five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

• 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.

• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly

treated. 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

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
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.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period
of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification 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.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 24 October 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 11.10.2024 to 24.10.2024
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview,
processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank

accounts.
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