Expedited Recruitment (Project Associate (DTM - Field Operations))

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.    

Position Title

Expedited Recruitment (Project Associate (DTM - Field Operations)) 

Position Grade

Affiliate Monthly Contract – Non staff contract 

Duty Station

Assosa - One position 

Moyale – One Position

Reports directly to

Senior Project Associate (DRU-DTM Ops)

Number of Direct Reports

None 
                                    Context Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office and Senior Project Associate (DRU-Operations); the successful candidate will perform the following functions. They will support  the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of data collection for the Data and Research Unit in the region. The candidate will provide guidance, training, and support to the enumerators, as well as provide logistical support and liaise with the DRU team in Addis Ababa to regularly update on data collections findings or any other related issues. In addition, the candidate will  participate in relevant meetings, briefings, events and working groups, as well as  maintain smooth collaboration with regional authorities.

1. Assist in the implementation and monitoring of project activities. 
2. Verify and monitor the quality of data collection and  suggest corrective measures as required as well as  support quality control of the data being collected.
3. Retrieve, compile, summarize, analyse, and present information/data on specific project topics.
4. In coordination and overall guidance of DRU team in Addis Ababa  draft work plans and activity schedules for data collection, processing and analysis for all areas of agreed upon coverage for each round of the data collection.
5. Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery, bring them to the attention of the supervisor and suggest remedial actions.
6. Facilitate regional endorsement and communication with government focal points to ensure smooth operations.
7. Draft correspondence on project issues; prepare and update reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentation, and other forms of documentation. 
8. Respond to complex information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records; organize meetings, workshops, and training sessions. 
9. Participate in meetings and conferences; assist in coordinating implementation activities with local authorities, partners, United Nation agencies, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, donors, and other stakeholders relevant to the project.     
10. Assist in monitoring work of implementing partners and report non-compliances to the supervisor. 
11. Gather timely information about displacement population mobility movement flows and any other source of data required.
12. Provides guidance/training to new/junior staff. 
13. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education
    • School diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
    • Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, Information Technology, Data Science, Information Management, Computer Science, 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
      • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
      • Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
      • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage. 
      • Knowledge of Geographic Positioning System (GPS) tools. 
      • Experience working at the community and individual level in rural and remote areas of Ethiopia.
      • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in field level data collection, research, community-based response approaches etc.
      • Ability to transfer knowledge and skills on data collection, processing, and analysis.
      • Knowledge of Open Data Kit (ODK) and Kobo technology.
      • Computer literacy required: MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Access) 
      • Experience in recognized institutions on data collection in Ethiopia is an advantage. NGO/INGO experience is a plus.
      • Very good communication and interpersonal skills.Skills
        • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
        • Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
        • Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
           Languages
          • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
          • Fluency in Amharic (oral and written) and local language of duty station.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.
14. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
15. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.