Job Identification (Referenceย Number): 17784
Position Title:ย Information Manager and Data Engineer
Duty Station City: Valencia
Duty Station Country: Spain
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type:ย Professional
Vacancy Type:ย Vacancy Notice
Initial duration:ย 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 25 December 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 atย IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:
a) internal candidates and
b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.
This process is not open to external applicants; their applications will not be considered at this time.ย
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Context
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Officer -ย Peace and Recovery Division (PRD), the overall management of the Program Manager and in close coordination with the Chief, Peace and Recovery Division, theย Information Manager and Data Engineer will be responsible and accountable for designing, developing, and maintaining the ICT and data infrastructure of the Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) Vault program and its related components, as well as providing support to Peace and Recovery Division (PRD) on ICT - related issues where needed.
Plan, design and implement ICT aspects of the HLP Vault program, relevant data-related activities, and system reporting.ย Conduct requirements gathering, analysis, and finalization of business requirements, along with documentation of divisionโs applications, in liaison and coordination with business stakeholders and users. Proactively engage in system design, database design, full-stack development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of applications. Monitor and analyze the performance of daily digitization processes of the HLP Vault program and take action as required, recommending solutions to performance issues. Ensure the collection, storage, management, and protection of data, including data consistency and analysis.ย Identify, advise on, and propose expert solutions to potential data-related problems.ย Develop information management products such as indicators, templates, reports, charts, maps, and dashboards. Prepare technical and user documentation for deployed computer application systems, as well as training materials, and develop and provide technical presentations. Substantively support the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure solutions, including major services related to compute, storage, network, and security. In coordination with the Senior ICT Officer and the ICT Security Team, participate in securing the applications and systems.ย Prepare and provide timely updates and reports to the Program Manager on matters related to the document processing efforts. Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the work.ย ย Perform such other duties as may be assigned.Education
Masterโs degree in Information Technology or related field from an accredited academic institution with five ย years of relevant professional experience; or,University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.Experience
Demonstrated experience in the field of record(s) digitalization;Full stack developer with skills in business analysis, database administration, software development and Data Analysis;Experience with the software development, deployment, and documentation using Azure DevOps;Experience in programming using three or more of the following data tools: C#, .NET, SQL, MS SharePoint, API development, jQuery;Hands-on experience in developing reports and dashboards using Power BI and/or Tableau;Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting.Skills
Knowledge of Relational databases: SQL Server;Knowledge of cloud-based technologies Azure;Proficiency in Microsoftย Office applications;In depth knowledge of ICT systems and digitization initiatives; and,Proven ability to train and direct contractors and staff and manage operations in complex post-conflict contexts.Languages
IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish.ย All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic and/or another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
IOMโs competency framework can be found at thisย linkย Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Required Competencies
IOMโs competency framework can be found at thisย linkย Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these 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.ย Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competenciesย โ behavioural indicators Level 2
ย Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.ย Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.ย Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.ย Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.ย Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.ยย
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
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This vacancy is only open to current and former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.
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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.
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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.
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Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
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IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
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IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through theย IOM e-Recruitmentย system (for internal candidates linkย here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website:ย IOM Careers and Job Vacanciesย