This is an expedited recruitment process open only to: a) Internal Candidates, and b) Former IOM staff member who separated within the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process. This process is not open to external candidates; applications from external applicants will not be considered.
Under the general guidance of the Chief of Mission, the overall supervision of the ICT Officer and direct supervision of the Senior Database Developer/Programmer.
- Design, develop, and maintain an integrated mechanism for data collection using but not limited to, the Open Data Kit (ODK) platform as a set of assessments tools.
- Identify, develop, implement, and support technology solutions for Information Management and database system related support for all IOM Iraq mission in line with ITC policies and standards.
- Assist Senior Database Developer/Programmer in the supervision of data management activities including the collection, submission, quality control mechanisms and the transfer of data from an ODK server (MySQL) to DTM server (SQL).
- Support in the maintenance of the links between the Amman database and the Erbil database.
- Support in designing solutions to integrate, centralize and automate data and information management within the program for enhanced achievement of displacement related data.
- Assist Senior Database Developer/Programmer to perform the development and maintenance MySQL and SQL Servers.
- Support and assure the integrity and availability of mission-wide data systems, including proper backup/restore systems, data validation and security procedures.
- Under the supervision of the Senior Database Developer/Programmer provide support to reporting data.
- Under the supervision of the Senior Database Developer/Programmer develops specific program guidelines and procedures related to information systems, including required data collection instruments and manuals to be used for field level data collection exercises and ensure that these are correctly implemented.
- Support in the training of staff who involved in data entry and data processing to ensure proper maintenance and quality of different information and database needs.
- Provide technical support to the IOM programme coordinators, on the design and implementation of ODK or similar platforms.
- Provide user support and the system training to the staff on ODK or similar platforms and the appropriate databases.
- Perform such other duties as maybe required. Education
- University degree in in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field from an accredited academic university or institute with 4 years of relevant professional experience, or;
- High school degree from an accredited academic institution with 6 years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience
· Anticipates and prepares responses to the changing information management (IM) needs of the organization.
· Demonstrates strong personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, and a drive for results.
· Skilled in handling large volumes of data and information accurately and efficiently.
· Proven ability to work both independently and proactively.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Works effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
· Experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
· Prior experience in the United Nations or other international organizations is an advantage.
· Applies institutional financial policies and guidelines effectively.
· Advocates for the integration of financial considerations into organizational processes and procedures.
· Applies knowledge of financial disciplines to support operational activities.
· Develops and adheres to internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement.
· Proficient in computer use, with a good level of IT literacy across standard tools and systems.
Skills- Over one year of experience using the following tools:
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Visual Studio (ASP.NET C#)
SQL Server
- Experience in the development and implementation of population database systems, including those used for registrations, censuses, and surveys.
- Proficient in systems analysis and development, data modeling, and SQL programming.
- Skilled in developing and maintaining data systems using ODK (Open Data Kit). Languages
- Fluency in English, Kurdish and Arabic is required.
- Working knowledge in any other languages 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 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.
- Over one year of experience using the following tools:
- 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.