Job Identification (Reference Number): 14544
Position Title: Reporting Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix) (P)
Duty Station City: IOM Libya in Tunis
Duty Station Country: Tunisia
Grade: P-2
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 6 months
Closing date: 6 May 2025
Introduction
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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.
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, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Second-tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.
Context
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Data Management), managing the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) and Research Unit for International Organization for Migration (IOM) Libya Country Office (CO), the successful candidate will be responsible for meeting all reporting obligations arising under the DTM and research projects, as well as tasked to assist project implementation through conducting relevant research and review of secondary data, and recommending the commissioning of additional research projects to fill existing information gaps. The Reporting Officer (Displacement Tracking Matrix) will be tasked to contribute to the strengthening of reporting mechanisms of the DTM projects in coordination with Libya CO's relevant programmes and other humanitarian partners.
Supervise and coordinate the DTM reporting, ensuring that the Unit delivers all Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) and Migrant reports and publications within the set deadlines.Monitor the production and reporting of DTM's core products relating to its Migrant and IDP information packages, Emergency Tracking, Detention Center Profiles, Flash reports and other reporting products.Utilize Publisher, lnDesign, Excel or equivalent software to contribute to the development of DTM public reports, which include data analysis, coherent report structure and appropriate contextualization.Ensure the harmonization of DTM data and reports with other DTM information products (interactive tools, website, social media presence, media outreach, maps, etc.).Support the Programme Coordinator (Data Management) in the development of new initiatives including the drafting of new assessment forms, new data collection activities or new reporting initiatives.Support with the Unit's internal reporting and partner reporting on, for example, ad-hoc information requests and humanitarian bulletins.Identify knowledge gaps and recommend opportunities for the expansion of DTM data collection and research activities.Effectively liaise with relevant external actors to strengthen and expand DTM's analytical capabilities, and encourage and facilitate linkages between DTM data and broader IOM policy-oriented research.Provide appropriate training for the data collection team on issues related to DTM, including definitions, numbers, trends, impact on receiving populations, human rights concerns, and basic humanitarian needs.Work closely with IOM Public Information Unit to ensure DTM has a strong social media presence and is well integrated into Libya CO's broader visibility and outreach outputs.Support the Programme Coordinator (Data Management) in project development activities as required, including but not limited to drafting project interim and final reports and providing inputs for the development of project proposals.Support and represent the role and functions of the DTM programme within inter-agency Working Group activities.Facilitate the integration of gender perspectives and attention to specific women/girl's and children’s rights issues (vulnerable groups) within all DTM activities.Support other aspects of programme implementation or administration, as required. Track progress and follow up on deadlines.Perform such other duties as may be assigned.Education
Master’s degree in Computer or Data Sciences, Statistics, Engineering, Business Administration, International Relations, Political Science, Communications, Demography, Social Sciences or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; orUniversity degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Experience working in international organizations and the humanitarian community;Experience in project implementation;Experience in data collection, research, and report writing;Experience writing technical requirements documents, translating/planning specifications to technical briefs for data capture/analysis, and compiling diverse datasets;Experience in the development and implementation of population databases is a distinct advantage;Experience in relevant issues such as migration, displacement, and humanitarian assistance is an asset;Experience in using of lnDesign, Word and Publisher are considered an advantage; and, Experience of data analysis software such as Excel is an advantage.Skills
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments;Capacity to coordinate actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures;Capacity to support adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors;Capacity to establish and maintain effective relationships with implementing partners;Capacity to Make accurate decisions rapidly based on available information;Strong computer background, including experience with relational databases, Microsoft applications, spreadsheets, and word processing;Proven ability to work in a team;Knowledge of data analysis and reporting software is a must while advanced statistical analysis skills are an advantage; and,Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and to write clearly and accurately.Languages
For this position, fluency in Englishis required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable and/or another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
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 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.Notes
With frequent travel to Libya and possible relocation to Libya if and when the situation is conducive.
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. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, 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.
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