Type of appointment:Special Short Term (6 months with a possibility of extension)
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 ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Perform the technical maintenance of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)
database in general and the Flow Monitoring Point (FMP) in particular.
2. Perform the backup and centralization of all FMP data collected across the various field
operations.
3. Verify the integrity and quality of data backed up in the FMP database.
4. Monitor the feedback and daily quality control of the data collected through the various
field operations.
5. Perform data processing, correction and export as required for analysis and reporting.
6. Prepare monthly reports on Flow Monitoring Point (FMP) data collected.
7. Coordinate on a regular basis with FMP investigators, to verify and correct data during
operations.
8. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
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.