Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 17181
Position Title: Information Management Officer (P)
Duty Station City: Algiers
Duty Station Country: Algeria
Grade: P-2
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (9 Months with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 9 Months with possibility of extension
Closing date: 06 November 2025

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. 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, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

Internal candidates
Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.

Context

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and in close coordination with other Heads of Units, the Information Management Officer will be responsible for supporting the coordination and implementation of the Information Management aspects of IOM programmes in Algeria.

In close coordination with relevant programme and projects focal points, as well as with the M&E officer, provide technical expertise to Information Management (IM) activities including data management, analysis, visualization and mapping for all units in the mission.
In close collaboration with the relevant programme and project officers, provide technical support in all IM work related to the different programming, including but not limited to the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) Unit, the Protection Division (PxD), the Project Support Unit (PSU) and other areas as needs arise.
Contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of the Information Management strategy for IOM Algeria to facilitate evidence-based decision making and advocacy for the mission’s response planning.
Develop data reports and for MiMOSA (including monthly quantitative reports), meeting the requirements of internal and external stakeholders; work to include AVRR and PxD data in visual analytic applications.
Support the expansion and ensure consistent use of MiMOSA across the Country office (CO), in line with relevant instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal guidance notes.
Analyse data to highlight information gaps and for evidence-based response planning and programme development.
Support the Information Management/M&E and communication focal points across various programmes to support the development and release of national level IM products.
Facilitate and provide guidance for the effective use of the designated information systems, including offline and online platforms, application tools, and other systems to ensure the implementation of information management mechanisms.
Coordinate the timely preparation and generation of country level information products, as well as information sharing and dissemination to all relevant channels in close coordination with communications unit.
Contribute to ensuring that the implementation of the information management systems and application adhereto IOM Data Protection Policy and Information Technology and Communication (ITC) Policies and Standards, including on system and data security.
Check if information management tools and operational frameworks for data collection are properly designed and implemented, and bring issues to the attention of the supervisor.
Review information productsincluding statistical reports, maps and other products in relation to design and implementation.
Contribute to the development and implement proper backup / restore, data validation and security procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
Participate in IOM management coordination meetings and relevant forums/events where IM programme components and strategy are being discussed.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

Master’s degree in computer science, Media or Social Sciences, Information Management/Data Analysis, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional work experience, or;
University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

Experience in the development and management of databases and applications;
Experience of other information management work desirable, including data verification, validation, classification, and transformation as well as data warehousing;
Experience in the field of migrant assistance, particularly AVRR and protection; and,
Experience in the use of database applications and statistical analysis tools.

Skills

Knowledge or experience of case management/customer relationship management systems desirable;
Excellent qualitative and quantitative dataanalysis skills and demonstrated abilityto produce high- quality research reports; and,
Proven ability to deliver technical training to different audiences.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish) 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 this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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.
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.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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