SVN-Information Management Associate-Regional Migrant Response Plan (MRP), G5

Context Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director for East, Horn and Southern Africa (EHSA), the Senior Regional Migrant Response Plan Coordinator for the Horn of Africa to Yemen and Southern Africa (MRP) and direct supervision of the MRP Programme Manager, and in close coordination with coordinators of MRP working groups, relevant Regional Thematic Specialists and Regional Programme Managers at the Regional Office for East, Horn and Southern Africa in Nairobi, the successful candidate will  support the overall information management of the MRP unit including support for data management initiatives aiming to streamline data management and analyze mixed migration movements, trends, and its characteristics across the region, reporting and the annual planning process

1. Support data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting and information exchange activities with MRP partners for developing the annual response plans. 
2. Support the development of tools and coordination with partners to collate and analyze the mixed migration data to support the evidenced based planning. 
3. Provide support in the training of the partners on the data tools including Kobo; including assisting with the development of materials and presentations for the training and maintain a client-oriented support for resolving technical issues and providing user support. 
4. Assist in establishing data collection mechanisms, developing tools and coordination with partners to collect data and implement quality control measures for monitoring and reporting on the MRP achievements in terms of programme outputs and funding received from the donors in line with the monitoring and framework. 
5. In close collaboration with the MRP Coordinator, IOM Country MRP focal points and partners, publish situation reports on MRP activities as well as other relevant and appropriate visibility and information products/materials on a regular basis.  
6. Assist in the consolidating country-based information for the MRP framework and projects to ensure consistency and coherence across countries in the region, and support in the monitoring of data collection processes and the overall data management activities including encoding, storing, and transferring data as well as processing and support in the analysis of the collected data and information locally.    
7. Support the timely preparation and design of MRP briefings, support on information sharing and dissemination to all relevant channels. 
8. Participate in the partner consultations and information forums for developing various indicators and data standards for the data required for developing the knowledge base and measuring the achievements of multi-year response strategy and annual response plans of MRP framework. 
9. Work with the MRP Coordinator to conduct data reviews and analysis using meaningful statistical methods for preparing concisely synthesized analysis visualized in maps, charts, illustration, presentations for developing the knowledge base for partner consultations to support the strategic planning. 
10. Assist the MRP Coordinator to facilitate the creation of interagency relationships and opportunities for cooperation at the country-level and regional level. 
11. Provide information management support to the joint/harmonized needs assessments with MRP partners.
12. Identify barriers for information collection, collation, analysis and sharing and develop appropriate supportive strategies which includes convincing colleagues of the purpose and importance of collecting and sharing data and information by providing a timely, added value service to all stakeholders.
13. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 
14. Assist to design graphs and layouts for publication Education
    • University Degree in Computer Science or, alternatively, and equivalent combination of related education and professional experience with three years' experience.

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      • Completed High School/Certificate with five years’ experience   Experience
        • Experience working in an emergency context, in a coordination and project management support function
        • Experience working in the region or continent with UN or International Non-Governmental Organizations 
        • Humanitarian experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) is required.
        • Experience in Information Management, emergency humanitarian operations; management and coordination of information flows, data management including collection, storing, processing, and analysing data to generate information products. 
        • Experience in mixed migration analyses, root causes and drivers is required. 
        • Experience in managing client relationships, databases (particularly ODK) is advantaged.
        • Experience providing support in product development and project management.
        • Experience with the following technologies: Windows 8, 10 operating systems; client/server hardware and software; database development; input/output technology, digitizing equipment, internet services and related technologies.
        • Experience in using GIS tools and relational databases such as SQL queries and T-SQL programming.
        • Experience in using Microsoft Visual Studio (ASP.NET in C#), Microsoft Access. 
        • Experience in developing and deploying Open Data Kit (ODK) Skills

          Proven skills to analyze statistical information. 

          • Ability to formulate IM-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures. 
          • Ability to translate planning-specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis, and vice versa. 
          • Ability to compile and holistically analyse diverse datasets. 
          • Experience with handling confidential data. 
          • Demonstrated teambuilding and information management skills. 
          • Demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies. 
          • Knowledge and understanding of relational data theory. 
          • Experience in advanced data visualization and information design skills 
          • Good knowledge of the programme management cycle.
          • Strong report writing skills, including for developing results matrices and log frames and critical analysis; and,
          • Computer skills and knowledge of relational databases, Microsoft applications spreadsheets, word processing, etc. is essential.
          • High computer literacy; familiarity with standard word processing, spreadsheet, publishing, internet research, and e-mail communication 
          • Personal commitment, flexibility, efficiency, and drive for results; ability to perform research and make effective decisions under time pressure. 
          • Strong writing and communication skills; ability and proven track record to prepare and present clear and concise reports in English
          • Strong analytical and creative thinking skills.
          • Strong coordination and negotiation skills
          • Personal commitment, flexibility, efficiency, and drive for results; and make effective decisions under time pressure.
          • Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
          • Ability to work with a wide cross-section of research partners: Government, NGOs, communities, academic institutions, media, and international donors Languages

            Fluency in English (oral and written). Working knowledge of French; and/or any other UN Official language is advantageous.

            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.
15. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
16. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.