Vacancy No. IOM-SVN/0030/21

Position Title Information Management Assistant - SMS

Duty Station Mekele

Classification Graded, G5

Type of Appointment SVN, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date As soon as possible

Posting Period 08.03.2021 to 23.03.2021 

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 & External candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy.

Background

General functions:

Under the overall supervision of the Sub Office Head in Mekele and direct supervision of SMS Officer; and, in collaboration with IM Officer in Addis Abba, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to Site Management Support (SMS) information management activities in the mission particularly those activities in the northern part of Ethiopia.

 Responsibilities and Accountabilities: 

• Assist in the design, development and maintenance of databases and data collection for the SMS area of operations.
• Assist the Information Management Officer, in compiling and collecting data for:

1. SMS Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEAL) database, reporting against each indicator of every SMS project
2. Monthly Service Mapping and Site and Kebele Profiles
3. Masterlist of SMS areas of operation and beneficiaries
4. 5W database
5. Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM)
6. Other databases or tools as may be requested

• Through the technical guidance of the Information Management Officer, assist the SMS sub-unit at the field level in developing data collection tools, databases and statistical reports and sites maps.
• Assist in reporting and report design requirements through Microsoft Publisher, ArcGIS and/or Adobe Illustrator.
• Assist the Program in the development of its GIS system to produce maps related to database elaborations.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of the project documents such as Sources of Verification (SoVs), as well as of data collection forms.
• Assist the Information Management Officer in developing or enhancing data collection tools (such as ODK), databases and statistical reports.
• Assist head of sub office in producing adhoc information management products which will include quantitative and qualitative analysis, relating to the current humanitarian and displacement situation in Ethiopia.
• Ensure that confidentiality and the right to privacy is maintained regarding confidential information;
• Undertake duty travel when necessary.
• Any other duties that might be assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• University degree in Computer Science, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field of study.

Experience

• Work experience from an international organization is an advantage Minimum of 5-year work experience.
• Working knowledge of GIS mapping will be considered an advantage.
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, drive for results; capacity to work effectively and harmoniously within a team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
• Computer knowledge use including Microsoft and ability to use internet and email; 
• Familiarity with mobile data collection technologies and GPS an advantage

 Languages

• Fluency in English, Amharic, Tigrigna (oral and written) is required

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES: The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion & respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity & 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

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.  

Other

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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application/ motivation letter enclosed with only detail CV written in English via our e-mail address RECADDIS@IOM.INT, or by March 23, 2021, the latest, referring the position title, Vacancy number and the duty station you are interested in the subject line of your email. (Example: Application for Information Management Assistant - SMS (IOM-SVN/0030/2021) based in Mekele). No photocopies of educational/training certificates are required at this stage; applicant who doesn`t follow the required application procedure will automatically be disqualified from the competition.

NB: Applicants in north Ethiopia (affected areas) ,with no internet connection, can submit their application in hard copy, in person, to the IOM Sub Office in the Mekele (at the back of WFP).

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!