DTM Senior Project Support Associate (Port Sudan) – IOM
Job Description
| Organization | United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
| Job Title | DTM Senior Project Support Associate |
| Location | Port Sudan, Sudan |
| Classification | G7 |
| Type of Appointment | One-year fixed term with possibility of extension |
| Estimated Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Closing Date | July 08, 2024 |
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and
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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are
eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered
as first-tier candidates.
Context:
IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix regularly monitors displacement and mobility across Sudan,
including the needs and movement intentions of displaced populations, in order to provide
humanitarian partners with accurate information in order to facilitate programming.
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM)
Program Coordinator and the direct supervision of the DTM Research & Reporting Officers, the
incumbent will be responsible for supporting reporting officers with relevant functions relating to DTM
activities.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Lead the drafting, editing, publishing, and dissemination of all DTM products (including and
limited to including Early Warning Flash Alerts, Emergency Event Tracking Reports, Mobility
Tracking Exercises, Weekly and Monthly Displacement Overviews, Situation Assessment
Reports, and other ad hoc products - Draft briefs providing analysis on displacement, mobility, and return trends utilizing DTM data.
- Coordinate fielding information requests from external partners, donors, other IOM teams, and
humanitarian partners. - Draft and design data collection tools to be used by DTM enumerators for all DTM products.
- Review all information products produced by the Reporting Unit to ensure alignment with DTMIOM reporting standards and the accuracy of DTM data by cross-checking information and identifying any discrepancies.
- Liaise with the Information Management (IM) and Reporting Team regarding the design and
distribution of all DTM projects. - Store DTM Sudan databases and information products are for future reference and analysis.
- Coordinate the Flow Monitoring component, including overseeing the training of enumerators
on data collection tools and ensuring the timely and routine collection of data. - Coordinate and monitor data collection procedures in Red Sea state, including supervising work
of DTM enumerators; supervising data quality in alignment with DTM data standards; and
ensuring timely submission of data to the Information Management (IM) Unit. - Oversee DTM Operations team data collection activities to ensure timely data flow from the
field staff according to DTM procedures. - Assist in data processing and analysis as needed, in collaboration with the DTM IM team to
ensure the accuracy and completeness of information to be used in all DTM products. - Lead communication between Reporting, Information Management (IM), and Operations
colleagues regarding data collection activities for all DTM projects. - Perform any other duties that might be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, migration studies, anthropology, or a related discipline
(e.g., humanitarian affairs, development studies, political science, international relations, or a
related field) with five (5) years of related professional experience, or - High School diploma with seven (7) years of related professional experience
- Excellent research, writing, communication, and analytical skills; including sharp attention to
detail and ability to juggle competing work streams
Experience
- A minimum of 2 years of work experience in project coordination, monitoring and
implementation, , academic writing, or monitoring and evaluation - A minimum of 2 years of work experience in primary research and reporting.
- Experience in copy-editing
- Work experience in the displacement and migration field.
Skills
- Report writing.
- Data analysis using excel.
- Data visualization.
- Effective Communication
- Coordination
- Proven knowledge of migration-related issues particularly regarding the Middle East North
Africa (MENA) region - Published reports or research papers.
Languages
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
Required Competencies
Values – 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 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.
Core Competencies – behavioral 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 of 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.
Managerial Competencies – Behavioral indicators – Level 2
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 a clear strategic direction.
Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Other
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation. - Only candidates residing in either the duty station or from a location in a neighboring province
that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. - Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
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. - Accommodation is not provided.
- This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals.
- Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Khartoum, Sudan on the respective closing date. No late
applications will be accepted
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email referencing subject as “VN 36
2024 DTM Senior Project Support Associate – G7, Port Sudan.”
Kindly send the following document to: [email protected]
- Cover Letter
- CV
- PHF (Personal History Form)
Any application that does not comply with the above-mentioned instructions will be automatically
excluded from the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting Period
From 01.07.2024 to 08.07.2024.
No Fees:
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.
