Open to both internal and external candidates
Category: General Service Staff, Grade G4
Type of appointment:Special Short Term (6 months with a possibility of extension)
Estimate start date: As soon as possible

Closing date:22-oct.-24
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 nongovernmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services andadvice to governments and migrants.


Context
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission of IOM Senegal, and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant, the Database and Data Analysis Assistant will be responsible for assisting the DTM team in the management and analyze of IOM’s DTM data in Senegal by performing the following duties:


Responsibilities and accountibilities
• Perform the technical maintenance of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) database in general and the Flow Monitoring Point (FMP) in particular.
• Perform the backup and centralization of all FMP data collected across the various field operations.
• Verify the integrity and quality of data backed up in the FMP database.
• Monitor the feedback and daily quality control of the data collected through the various field operations.
• Perform data processing, correction and export as required for analysis and reporting.
• Prepare monthly reports on Flow Monitoring Point (FMP) data collected.
• Coordinate on a regular basis with FMP investigators, to verify and correct data during operations.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Required qualifications and experience
Education
• University degree in: Information Management; computer science; development of web, Android, database or related applications, from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or
• High school diploma with four years of relevant experience


Experience
Previous experience in an international, humanitarian/development organization and/or in information management is an advantage.


Skills
• Strong Computer skills especially in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
• Proven experience in database management
• Proven experience in data analysis
• Computer Application Development
• Data processing with SQL language.
• Approved technical capabilities in data processing with SQL
• Ability to use Tableau, Power BI or Python or other programming languages is an advantage.
• Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, InDesign or other design applications.
• Ability to generate new ideas and solutions and contribute to the creative process.
• Respect for confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Language
Required
Fluency in French (oral and written).
Advantageous
Working Knowledge in English (oral and written)


Required competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
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 wherever possible.
• 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 level 1
• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.


Others
Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.