Project Assistant M&e and Data Management

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the Project Assistant (M&E and Data Management) is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
Responsibilities: 1. Support the coordination, which includes analysis plan design, questionnaire proposal, interviewer training, data cleaning and report products;
2. Enhance and implements the existing information management strategy to ensure accurate and appropriate data (population figures, activities implemented by partners, etc.) collected, stored, analyzed, and shared in a timely manner;
3. Provide data analysis for operational decision-making and the elaboration/update of strategic documents;
4. Produce and update Information Management products such as reports, charts, interactive maps, and infographics by turning data into graphical products to convey messages and a storyline;
5. Support research, assessment and needs analysis activities, including humanitarian needs overviews, secondary data reviews, preliminary scenario definitions and multi-sector assessments/Provide advice on assessment design to ensure data quality, provide support with the design and development of surveys;
6. Adhere to IOM data protection policy, data governance standard, data security standard, ICT standard, and consider best practices and lessons learned on ethical data collection, data sharing and dissemination;
7. Performs any other duties as required.

Qualifications: Education
University degree in information technology, data science, computer sciences, statistics, demography, social sciences or any other related field, statistics, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with minimum two years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience
- Experience with data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation;
- Experience with handling confidential data and demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies;
- Ability to formulate questionnaires and data collection tools. Knowledge in program planning and implementation of objectives;
- Experience in developing and implementing visualization reports/dashboard with Bi Software. A good command of Excel is required;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prepare clear and concise products.

Languages
- For this position, fluency in Portuguese (oral and written);
- English (working knowledge) are required.

Desirable
- Spanish.

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.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies - behavioural indicators
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies - behavioural indicators (applicable only if position is with direct reports)
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates