Data Analysis Assistant (DTM)

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

Under the direct supervision of the DTM Project Officer and under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the Data Analysis Assistant will be responsible of the following activities:

1. Review the quality of collected data and support with data cleaning and preparation.
2. Support the design and preparation for surveys and assessment tools.
3. Conduct data analysis to prepare summary statistical reports.
4. Prepare data visualizations and graphics for reporting.
5. Prepare and maintain DTM dashboards as needed.
6. Follow-up on relevant data collection activities with field colleagues on a regular basis.
7. Conduct field surveys to collect data on displaced populations, returnees, and other relevant groups.
8. Generate reminders to the DTM field team on data collection targets.
9. Draft scripts and program to collect and organize online data.
10. Support other DTM and research activities in data collection and programme implementation as needed.
11. Support review and revisions of DTM and research methodologies and questionnaires through liaison with field teams.
12. Recommend new data and research initiatives.
13. Assist in facilitating DTM and research training for enumerators and provide support and training sessions focused on DTM data.
14. Apply IOM’s Data Protection Principles consistently in all activities.
15. Perform such any other such duties as might be assigned.

    Education

    • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Data Sciences, Data Analysis, Statistics, Economics or another field related to DTM work with at least three years of relevant professional experience, or
    • High School diploma with five years of relevant experience.

      Experience

      • In-depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization;
      • Experience in data/information management and statistical analysis.;
      • Knowledge of statistical tools such as R, SPSS, Excel advanced, Python 
      • Ability to verify, clean and process data;
      • Good knowledge of the geography of Burundi;
      • Familiarity with mobile data collection technologies and GPS is an advantage.

        Skills

        • Experience in data/information management and statistical analysis.
        • Ability to verify, clean and process data;
        • Computer knowledge use including MS Office and ability to use internet and email; 
        • Knowledge of Kobo toolbox applications and use of PDAs;
        • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite;
        • Knowledge of GIS tools such as QGIS, ARCGIS;
        • Knowledge of statistical tools such as R, SPSS, Excel advance.

          Languages 

          📚 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!

          For all applicants, fluency in French and Kirundi is required (oral and written).

          Desirable

          Fluency in English (oral and written)

          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.
16. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)