Reporting and Information Management

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IOM, UN Migration Agency in Islamabad, Pakistan is looking for a Reporting and Information Management (IM) Officer who will assist in the planning and execution of DTM activities across Pakistan, including but not limited to: (i) Mobility Tracking and Multi-Sector Needs Assessments, (ii) Flow Monitoring at key transit and border points, and (iii) Specialized Surveys targeting thematic priorities such as return intentions, climate-induced mobility, and protection needs.

1. Assist in the planning and execution of DTM activities across Pakistan, including but not limited to: (i) Mobility Tracking and Multi-Sector Needs Assessments, (ii) Flow Monitoring at key transit and border points, and (iii) Specialized Surveys targeting thematic priorities such as return intentions, climate-induced mobility, and protection needs.
2. Contribute to the analysis and dissemination of DTM data by supporting the production of analytical outputs, including situation reports (SitReps), thematic briefs, dashboards, and other relevant information products tailored to IOM, humanitarian partners, and government stakeholders.
3. Participate in the collection and analysis of data to support cross-cutting and thematic analyses on key issues of interest to IOM and its partners, including mobility dynamics linked to climate change, protection risks, socioeconomic vulnerabilities, and humanitarian needs.
4. Assist in the development and production of high-quality data visualizations such as interactive dashboards, maps, infographics, and charts for internal and external use. These products will support evidence-based decision-making, advocacy, program planning, and accountability.
5. Assist in the design, development, and revision of DTM data collection tools, including digital survey forms using KOBO Toolbox and other relevant platforms, in alignment with operational objectives and best practices.
6. Monitor the quality and consistency of incoming data from field teams; flag discrepancies, provide feedback to field staff and partners, and assist with data cleaning and analysis to ensure accuracy and reliability.
7. Ensure systematic back-up and proper organization of data repositories (both digital and physical), in line with IOM's information management protocols.
8. Participate in the planning and delivery of training sessions and workshops for DTM field staff, enumerators, and implementing partners, covering core topics such as the DTM methodology, data processing protocols, data protection, field ethics, and assessment design.
9. Facilitate the integration of gender-sensitive approaches and the inclusion of vulnerable groups (particularly women, girls, and children) throughout all stages of the DTM process, including tool design, data collection, and analysis.
10. Maintain full compliance with IOM's Data Protection and Data Governance Policies, as well as broader inter-agency frameworks such as the IASC Operational Guidance on Data Responsibility in Humanitarian Action and relevant ethical standards for data operations.
11. In close coordination with the DTM Programme Manager, maintain effective liaison with government counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and other stakeholders engaged in displacement and mobility data initiatives, and participate in coordination meetings and technical working groups as required.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master's degree in Migration Studies, Demography, Political or Social Science, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Prior experience in coordination of field teams, preferably for research and data collection;
• Experience with coordination and implementation of data collection and verification, preferably in emergency context on displacement and/or human mobility;
• Experience working in the data collection, analysis and verification area in a local context;
• Experience in survey and questionnaire design and implementation and probabilistic sampling is an advantage;
• Experience working with local government representatives; and,
• Prior experience working for UN agency or international organization is an advantage

Skills

• The ability to plan and coordinate activities effectively, especially in data collection and analysis;
• Practical experience of how-to multi-task prioritize and work independently;
• Basic data cleaning and verification skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with various stakeholders and documentation;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team of colleagues of varied cultural and professional backgrounds; and,
• Proven ability to produce quality work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines.

Languages

IOM's official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish and French), Urdu, other local languages of Pakistan (Sindhi) and/or Afghanistan (Pashto and Dari) is an advantage.

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 thislink. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values– all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five 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 2

• 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

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

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.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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