Call for Applications:National Reporting Consultant (DTM)

Project Context and Scope

DTM is a system developed by IOM to track and monitor displacement and population mobility. It is designed to regularly and systematically capture, process, and disseminate information to provide a better understanding of the movements and evolving needs of displaced populations, whether on-site, en route, or in return areas. DTM has become widely recognized as a leading source of primary data on displacement and mobility across humanitarian and development contexts, supporting timely, evidence-based decision-making by governments, UN agencies, and humanitarian partners.

In Pakistan, DTM has evolved into a key component of IOM’s operational architecture. Initially deployed to support emergency response coordination and preparedness efforts—including in response to natural disasters, conflict-related displacement, and cross-border returns—DTM in Pakistan now plays a central role in informing national and sub-national strategies related to internal displacement, cross-border mobility, climate mobility, as well as broader human mobility trends. It has been instrumental in supporting the Government of Pakistan, particularly through collaboration with NADRA, NDMA, PDMA, BEOE, and the Ministry of States and Frontier Regions (SAFRON), in generating granular, real-time data on population movements and return intentions.

DTM’s methodologies in Pakistan include (i) Mobility Tracking and Needs Assessments, (ii) Flow Monitoring, and (iii) Specialised Surveys, and are tailored to the country’s complex mobility landscape as a country of origin, transit, and destination. The programme has also developed the capacity to support anticipatory action and preparedness planning, contributing data for early warning systems and pre-crisis risk mapping.

As such, the scope of DTM in Pakistan is expanding beyond traditional displacement tracking to underpin a range of IOM thematic areas, including transition and recovery, migration health, community stabilization, border management, and climate-related mobility. It increasingly serves as a data backbone for integrated programming, research, and policy engagement, leveraging partnerships with national authorities, UN entities, academia, and civil society. Through its growing portfolio, DTM Pakistan is positioning itself as a foundational information management and coordination tool that can adapt to diverse operational and policy needs. Its expansion reflects IOM’s broader vision to strengthen data-driven approaches to human mobility and ensure that responses are evidence-based, inclusive, and aligned with national priorities
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

The consultant will contribute to DTM Unit within IOM Pakistan, which is responsible for consolidating and translating DTM data into standardized reports and information products. The unit supports internal analysis, reporting, and documentation processes that underpin IOM programming and coordination efforts across multiple thematic areas.

The consultancy will be carried out under the supervision of IOM DTM technical staff and will focus on supporting the preparation, development and quality assurance of DTM outputs, ensuring consistency, clarity, and timeliness of reporting. Tasks to be performed under this contract

Under the overall supervision of the Reporting and Information Management Officer (DTM), with a second line of supervision to the Programme Manager (DTM), the consultant will provide results-oriented technical reporting support to the IOM Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) programme in Pakistan. This support will be delivered through the production of the following tangible and measurable outputs:

1. Afghan Response Report Round 3 (Community Needs Identification): The Afghan Response Report – Round 3 will present findings from the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Community Needs Identification (CNI) exercise, which collects settlement-level data on the living conditions and priority needs of Afghan nationals and host communities in Pakistan. The report will draw on data collected through group interviews with key informants and direct observations and will analyse trends across three rounds of data collection conducted in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Rather than focusing solely on Round 3 results, the report will highlight changes and persistent needs over time, supporting operational planning, programme prioritization, and advocacy efforts in response to evolving conditions affecting Afghan communities.

2. Climate Vulnerability Assessment - Umerkot District Climate Profile: The Climate Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) – Umerkot District Climate Profile will examine the main drivers and patterns of climate-related mobility, focusing on climate risks affecting communities in Umerkot District. The assessment will analyse how exposure to climate hazards intersects with socio-economic and demographic factors and influences mobility patterns and decisions at the community level. The district profile will synthesize data collected at the community level on climate-related vulnerabilities and mobility patterns in Umerkot District. The report will contribute to the broader CVA framework and support ongoing analysis of environmental migration in Pakistan.

   📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐

   ⚠️ 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

3. Flood Response Round 5 Report: The Flood Response Report – Round 5 will present findings from the DTM Flood Response Community Needs Identification (CNI) assessment, which evaluates displacement dynamics, flood preparedness, and multisectoral needs at the settlement level following recurrent flooding in Pakistan. Building on previous flood response rounds, the report will provide a comparative analysis of trends across assessment cycles, highlighting changes in displacement patterns, preparedness levels, and priority needs to support flood response and recovery efforts.

   Standard steps for each report

   Each report will follow the same production process:

4. Data analysis plan

5. Report template and outline

6. First draft

7. Review rounds (internal technical and editorial review)

8. Review by the Regional Data Hub (RDH) or the DTM Analytics, Knowledge and Output Quality (AKO) unit, as required.

9. Final report incorporating all comments

   Delivery schedule

10. First installment: Afghan Response Report – Round 3
    Final deliverable: Report ready for publication
    Delivery by email: 1 June
11. Second installment: Climate Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) – Umerkot District Climate Profile
    Final deliverable: Report ready for publication
    Delivery by email: 1 August
12. Third installment: Flood Response Report – Round 5
    Final deliverable: Report ready for publication
    Delivery by email: 1 NovemberPerformance indicators for the evaluation of results 
13. Timely delivery of all reports in line with the agreed schedule and submission deadlines.
14. Submission of draft and final reports that meet IOM DTM quality standards and are ready for publication following review rounds.
15. Accuracy, internal consistency, and clarity of analysis and narrative across all reporting outputs.
16. Incorporation of comments and revisions from IOM technical and editorial review rounds in a timely and satisfactory manner.
17. Effective coordination with IOM DTM staff to support smooth report production processes.  Education
18. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in Public Relation, Social Sciences, Political Science, or relevant fields 
19. ​Master’s degree in relevant subjects is an advantage.​ Experience
20. At least 2 years of relevant working experience. 
21. ​Experience in analytical and technical (DTM) reporting, including the drafting and finalisation of assessment reports and other publication-ready analytical products. 
22. ​Experience integrating pre-analysed data, tables, and visual elements into clear and coherent reports in line with established templates and quality standards. 
23. ​Experience working in the same local context. 
24. ​Experience working with local government representatives. 
25. ​Prior experience working for UN agency or international organization is an advantage​.Skills
26. Advanced and demonstrable proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator for the production of clear, coherent, and publication-ready analytical reports and information products is a requirement. 
27. ​Strong analytical and data-handling skills, including Excel-based analysis using formulas and pivot tables, to support reporting, data verification, and quality control are a requirement. 
28. ​Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple reporting tasks independently while meeting established deadlines. 
29. ​Strong written communication skills and attention to editorial consistency, ensuring compliance with templates, branding, and reporting standards. 
30. ​Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, delivering accurate and high-quality outputs under time constraints. 
31. ​Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Power BI is an asset. Languages IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. English is a required language, other local languages as well as regional languages are recommended.
     Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Travel required

32. This is a home-based consultancy. Travel is not anticipated under this assignment. Should any travel be required, it will be subject to prior approval by IOM and will be covered in accordance with IOM travel policies, including payment of Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA), where applicable.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:

33. Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.