DK_Enumerators (data collection purposes) for BMA (survey with key informants)

Kazakhstan

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Kazakhstan
Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Statistics
- Information Technology and Computer Science
Closing Date:

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

Central Asia is an important region for labour migration and relies heavily on labour migration for its development. This mobility is critical to its economy as it provides employment opportunities, decreasing pressure on local labour markets that are not able to absorb new entrants, and contributes to poverty reduction through remittances. However, mobility in the region is characterized by high levels of informality, with workers frequently finding employment through social networks rather than through formal channels, with negative consequences for migrants. While labour migration, remittances have contributed significantly to poverty reduction in Central Asia, low levels of financial inclusion and limited financial literacy limit the potential value of remittances to promote sustainable development and livelihood planning for migrants and their families.

IOM’s Mobility Tracking Matrix (MTM) was established in 2022 in Kazakhstan. MTM is adapted to the context in Kazakhstan based on IOM’s Global Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) methodology. MTM is a system that tracks and monitors displacement and population mobility. It is designed to regularly and systematically capture, process and disseminate information to provide a better understanding of the movements and evolving needs of various mobile populations, whether on site or en route.

Through project funding from the European Union and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, the IOM MTM programme aims to collect a new round of data through its so-called Baseline Mobility Assessment (BMA) and Migrant Worker Survey (MWS). Both data-collection activities will take place across Kazakhstan and aim to further enhance the understanding of human mobility in, to and from Kazakhstan and related trends, needs and vulnerabilities.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Mobility Tracking Matrix (MTM)

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Under the overall supervision of IOM and national consultants, and close coordination of MTM project Assistants the enumerators will:

5.1 Conduct Key Informants Interview (KIIs)

Conduct Key Informant Interview with active community leaders, religious leaders, diaspora representatives, migration police, hospital and school directors and returned migrant groups, or other Key informants who have first-hand mobility information in their area.
Ensure the data for accuracy, completeness and conduct direct observation.
Conduct follow-up interviews as necessary to obtain missing or incomplete data.

5.3 Ensure compliance with IOM guidelines and code of conduct during data collection

Key Informants Interview (KIIs) shall be conducted in the interviewers’ native language to the extent possible, directly at target or remote locations as determined by the accessibility, safety and security situation for each particular location.
Key Informants Interview (KIIs) are expected to ensure confidentiality and security of data compliance with IOM principles and guidelines.
Participate in enumerators training before each data collection to ensure the understanding of methodology and questionnaire and get familiarized with the IOM principles and guidelines
Respect the privacy and rights of the individuals being surveyed, ensuring informed consent.

5.4 Other tasks

Develop and submit fieldwork plans and transportation costs with identification of locations before each round of data collection.
Coordinate with field supervisors and team leaders to plan the daily schedule and target areas for data collection.
Ensure all necessary equipment (tablets, phones, paper forms, etc.) and resources are prepared before the field visit.
Establish good relationships with Key Informants, ensuring respectful and professional interaction.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the collected data.
Validate information by cross-checking with multiple sources when required.
Keep detailed records of daily activities and completed interviews.
Assist in documenting challenges or issues encountered in the field.
Submit completed survey forms into KOBO and ensure that data is correctly uploaded or delivered to the data management team.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

The quality of and the timely completion of deliverables;

Feedback from the IOM Project Management Team, Thematic Specialist and counterparts;
Compliance with IOM House style Guidelines;
Compliance with IOM Data Protection Principles.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum high school or diploma – completed university degree is an advantage; - Other formal education relevant for the assignment;

Experience

At least 2 years of experience in conducting community and household assessments and survey;

Knowledge and understanding of the relationship between migration and development;
Experience in working with international organizations and UN (United Nations) agencies, an advantage;

Skills

Good knowledge of the migration & development concept;
Familiarity with IOM’s mandate;
Good command of oral and written in Russian, Kazakh is an advantage.

Languages

Oral and written fluency in Russian and Central Asian languages is required.

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.

Travel required

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.

Notes

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
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.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 15 July 2025 - 15 December 2025
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG

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