Position Title : Project Manager (Continental Data Initiative)
Duty Station : Panama City, Panama
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade D1
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 09 September 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. External female candidates:
3. Candidate 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); Latvia; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia
(Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis;
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 of IOM and
female candidates.
Context:
The Comprehensive Migration Data Initiative in the Americas will generate consistent, timely
data, visualization, and analysis on migration for action, insight, and foresight across the
hemisphere. It will strengthen evidence-base migration olicy formulation and programming.
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Operations of the OSE and in close coordination
with the Regional Thematic Specialist for Data and Analysis, as part of IOM’s Regional Office for
the Americas, and the Global Data Insitute’s Chief Strategy Officer in IOM Washington, the
Project Manager (Continental Data Initiative) will be responsible and accountable for managing
and expanding existing migration data and information management efforts and activities in the
region, focusing on enhancing the quality, comparability, reliability and ethical use of migration
data.

The incumbent will be responsible for effectively managing the implementation of the continental
data initiative for the Americas, preparing coherent and summarized insights on continental data
trends, ensuring coordination with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring the
generation of data-driven analyses, insights and anticipatory products for decision-making
processes.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Manage and design the activities of the continental data initiative in line with IOM’s Global
Strategic Plan and Migration Data Strategy, to save lives, find solutions to displacement and
foster regular pathways.
2. Analyze and assess migration data needs and opportunities on the continent and propose
effective and innovative solutions to address them as part of the continental data initiative and
ensure quality control and high analytical standards.
3. Identify, analyze, interpret and advise on trends or patterns on the continent on a regular
basis, using machine learning techniques and statistical methods to identify relevant features
and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data, and present them
in up-to-date public dashboards, reports or other tools to effectively summarize findings.
4. Develop and disseminate a wide range of timely, high-quality and analytical data products
(fact sheets, presentations, thematic reports, infographics, etc.) to analyze and communicate
facts, trends, and patterns to inform policy development, support evidence-based
decision-making and programming and guide strategy development and execution.
5. Develop and implement a comprehensive continental approach to migration data collection
systems, including the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), data analytics and other strategies
to optimize statistical efficiency and quality and enhance data for action, insight and foresight.
6. Manage the administrative and operational aspects of, backstop financial management
aspects for, and ensure the overall effective implementation of the continental data initiative,
ensuring that the required resources are in place to meet the objectives and deliverables as
agreed with the donor, including reporting and fundraising for a phase II.
7. Manage and guide the work of the project staff and consultants, in coordination with the
Regional Thematic Specialist on Data and Analysis, and GDI’s Chief Strategy Officer and other
colleagues in the Regional Data Hub, Regional Office, missions and Global data teams.
8. Manage and supervise capacity development initiatives in different regional processes and
based on other requests by governments.
9. Ensure the coordination of analytical and other data inputs to talking points for senior
management and presentations for regional fora and represent the organization as needed.
10. Ensure effective coordination with all internal and external stakeholders of the project.
11. Coordinate and translate the needs of regional thematic specialists to support them in
production of relevant outputs.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
13. Regional Thematic Specialist for Data and Analysis, staff of Regional Data Hub, other

regional thematic specialists and missions;
14. Establish and maintain relationships with counterparts and technical staff in relevant units in
the Regional Office, missions, the Global Data Institute and UN and other partners, as well as
representatives in national governments, international organizations, consultants, and NGOs.
Results Expected:
The Project manager successfully implements the continental data initiative and ensures
execution of the comprehensive continental data collection and analyses required for various
decision-making processes.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, data

science, analytics, statistics, information management, public administration, management or a
related field with five years of relevant professional experience; or

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

Experience

• Significant experience in applied analytics, information management, statistics, migration data

analysis, stakeholder management or related area is required.

• Experience in using migration data to advance decisions, strategies and execution is required.

• Experience with self-service analytics and data visualization applications (MS Power BI, Qlik,

Tableau or similar), or business intelligence tools (SAP Business Objects, etc.) is required.

• Experience with database or statistical analysis languages (SQL, Python, R, Stata) an asset.
• Extensive experience in project development, management and reporting.
• Experience in managing large scale data collection operations
• Experience in research, and analytical report writing on migration.
• Professional or academic experience in combining qualitative and quantitative research

methods.

• Experience in managing teams
• Practical experience in multi-tasking, prioritizing and working independently
• Experience working in the UN or other international development organizations is considered

an asset. Skills

• Strong understanding of the migratory context in the Americas.
• Excellent communication skills and excellent attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent writing skills and creative thinking.
• Ability to manage a wide and complex variety of tasks and coordinate with a diverse array of

internal and external actors to assess their data needs and assist them in closing data gaps;

• Ability to explain and make complex information on data accessible and understandable to

awide variety of stakeholders;

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a multicultural environment with colleagues from

various professional backgrounds.

• Strong and demonstrable interest in migration and/or humanitarian issues;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility;
• Excellent research, writing, communication and analytical skills;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;
• Knowledge of data protection and ethical data gathering and use principles

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). Fluency in Spanish, and a
working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, 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

innovate.

• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own actions 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
leadership and professional potential.

• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best

and develop their potential.

• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and

communicates a clear strategic direction.

• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty
station’s country as staff member in the Professional category 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 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 09 September 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 30.08.2024 to 09.09.2024
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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