Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Context
Established in 2006, IOM Lebanon has set a strong track record in delivering humanitarian life-saving services to the most vulnerable populations affected by crises, while developing models and partnerships for longer-term recovery and development. The Office is implementing activities across Lebanon.
Since October 2023, IOM Lebanon has been addressing the humanitarian needs of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and supporting the Government of Lebanon to prepare for conflict escalation. From the onset of the recent escalation, IOM has worked closely with the government, UN counterparts and local partners to ensure a comprehensive response across six key areas: displacement tracking, site coordination, provision of basic assistance, health, and protection services, while ensuring the inclusion of migrants in preparedness and response efforts.
Site Management (SM) will provide support in both government and non-government sites, to assist IDPs living inside and outside collective sites, to connect them with humanitarian service providers and assistance to support their access to safe and dignified living conditions. Site monitoring, coordination and referrals to humanitarian service providers are required in order to ensure that appropriate Shelter, WASH, Protection and other essential services are available and appropriate for the needs of displaced populations
Under the overall supervision of the Emergency Coordinator, and the direct supervision of the Programme Manager (Site Management), the IM and Reporting Associate (Site Management) will monitor all Information Management activities related to the Site Management and Coordination operations.
- Liaise and communicate with the SM Sector to contribute to maintain high quality and timely flow of information and analysis between IOM Site Management Operations and the Site Management and Coordination Sector.
- Provide inputs for the development and management of data systems relevant to the SM operations.
- Collect, analyse and present data relevant to the SM Unit.
- Support to implement M&E frameworks and tools to track project activities and outcomes.
- Monitor the provision of timely, consistent, and compatible data and information from IOM and its partners on site management, coordination and monitoring activities for operational analysis and decision-making.
- Act as the focal point for data quality control, queries, feedback for all data gathered by the IOM & its partners.
- Support to workshops and trainings; support to prepare training materials and participate in delivering capacity building trainings on Sector or other IOM tools.
- Support in monitoring the use of Sector tools for referrals, Complaints and Feedback, Service Mapping, Site Monitoring.
- Contribute to the development of repositories of information and tools according to the IOM Site Managements’s pillars of response.
- Support adequate reporting and effective information sharing amongst all partners including Site Management and Coordination partners, other IOM units and the Site Management & Coordination Sector.
- Monitor all data responsibility and security standards for the Sector and IOM are adhered to.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
- Completed High School from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience. or,
- University degree in Data Statistics Geographic Sciences, Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience
- Minimum of two years’ operational experience in a similar role, either as a sector information management officer or data management officer for different international organizations (e.g. UN agencies, INGOs, Donors, IFRC or ICRC).
- Detailed knowledge of the UN System, and NGO humanitarian community.
- Knowledge of site management-related technical guidelines, standards, and indicators.
- Proven analytic skill and experience.
- Experience in web design and programming. Skills
- Kobo toolbox/xlsform
- Advanced GIS (QGIS, ArcGIS or similar)
- Advanced Excel
- Graphic Design (Adobe Illustrator, In-Design or similar)
- Data analysis tools (Python, R or similar) an advantage
- Relational databases (PostesSQL or similar) an advantage Languages
- For all applicants, fluency in Arabic and English is required (oral and written) IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Required Competencies IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. 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.
- 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 1)
- 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. Notes
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. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination. 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. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies