Information Management Associate (Expedite Recruitment)

Berlin

  • Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
  • Location: Berlin
  • Grade: Administrative support - GS-5, General Service - No need for Higher Education - Locally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Statistics
    • Administrative support
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
    • Documentation and Information Management
  • Closing Date:

Job Description

This is an expedite Recruitment, only applications are welcome from internal candidates or for external first-tier candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
 
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Resource Management Unit in Germany and direct supervision of the Head of ICT and in close cooperation with Project Managers and other relevant units, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities

  1. Gather functional requirements from relevant units in the Country Office (CO) that provide migrant operational assistance and services and participate together with stakeholders in developing system enhancements.
  2. Provide technical support and guidance on the process, system use and the standard operating procedures of the IOM applications and functionality.
  3. In coordination with Project Managers and other relevant stakeholders, identify issues and provide solutions to business functional requirements by improving business processes and standard operating procedures considering end-to-end processes and scenarios. 
  4. Work closely with the internal units of CO to assess and prioritize enhancements pertaining to the CO’s applications, as well as integration with other functional activities to maximize optimization and benefit of the overall process and system. 
  5. Prepare AVR related statistical information and distributes them regularly to the donor and counterparts and provide response to ad-hoc AVR related statistics requests, as well as prepare specific donor and AVR related statistics, and process data using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports. Implement local configuration and adjustment of the IOM corporate migrant applications. 
  6. In coordination with the direct supervisor, compile, prepare, clean and manage data sets and prepare AVRR related statistical information and distribute them regularly to the donor and counterparts and act as Focal Point for HQ, RO and other IOM units.
  7. Assists Operational staff in resolving technical issues related to IOM’s in-house electronic application.
  8. Monitor data quality in IOM’s in-house electronic application and ensure that necessary corrections of entered data are made in coordination with operational case workers.
  9. Develop and adjust local configuration of IOM’s in-house electronic application according to the donors’ requirements and in coordination with direct supervisor.
  10. Provide support for other relevant tasks in the area of information management and data analysis as assigned by the direct supervisor.
  11. Liaise and coordinate  with the IOM Global Migration Data Analysis Centre in Berlin on data analysis issues of AVRR data when specific input for a certain task/activity is required.

Performs such other duties as may be assigned. 

Qualifications

Education
  • University degree in Statistical Science or Information Technology or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles;     

or, 

  • Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
 
Experience
  • Strong background and proven track record in statistics analysis;
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access and PowerPoint is required;

Familiarity with German Asylum and Foreigners’ regulations and EU grant guidelines an advantage.  

Skills
  • Previous experience of visualizing data (applied knowledge of Power BI, Tableau and Adobe Illustrator or a comparable tool); 
  • Practical experience of how to multi-task, prioritize and work independently;

Knowledge of SQL reporting services is an advantage;

Languages
  • English and German (Fluent)
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 (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 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 (Level 1) (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 a clear strategic direction.
  • Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Notes
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
  3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5
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