VAC-15280 Senior Program Associate (DTM Information Management)

Under the overall
supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator -DTM and the direct supervision
of DTM Information Management & Data Analysis Officer, Senior Project
Associate (Information Management-DTM) will be responsible for supporting all
aspects of the Information management development and implementation of
different Interactive dashboards, providing data analysis, and disseminating
information that can translated into evidence for decision making. As well as
on the following activities.

• Core Functions / Responsibilities:
  

  1. Collaborate with the reporting team and
     management to understand information needs, and coordinate with the
     Database Assistant to design and implement SQL views and output tables.
     Ensure these designs follow industry-standard principles and patterns for high
     reusability and maintainability.
  2. Work closely with management to maintain
     data consistency and accuracy. Provide statistical information and mapping
     solutions to meet internal and external information requests.
  3. Use SQL views and output tables to
     generate analytical reports, interactive visualizations, and geospatial
     maps in Excel, Power BI, and GIS. Tailor these products to support top
     management decisions and meet the needs of other programs and external
     agencies.

  4.Oversee Business Intelligent Profiling BIP including preparing, cleaning,
  transforming, and maintaining the integrity of all relevant data,interpreting and analyzing the relevant raw
  data into meaningful information and key findings.

  5.In collaboration with the Data Analysts and Database Officer, work on
  determining and locating appropriate data sources that meet with reporting
  requirements. In addition, to ensure the proper access to the needed data
  sources.

  1. Conduct thorough data quality checks on
     all DTM datasets, including but not limited to BMA, CBNA, and Flow
     Monitoring databases. Support the design of data quality feedback tools to
     provide near real-time quality assurance reports to enumerators for improved
     data quality.
  2. Visit field offices regularly to provide
     training and supportive supervision to data entry clerks, ensuring the
     quality of data entered into IOM databases is maintained at the highest
     standard.
  3. Support the development and refinement of
     statistical models to forecast the impacts of climate change on human
     mobility, including displacement, migration, and return patterns. Utilize
     advanced modeling techniques to analyze environmental data and its correlation
     with migration trends, thereby aiding in the preparation and response
     strategies for anticipated changes in mobility dynamics.
  4. Coordinate the efficient dissemination
     and publishing of DTM datasets and IM products via platforms like the
     Humanitarian Data Exchange (HDX) and the DTM website, maintaining data
     accuracy and accessibility.
  5. Execute additional tasks as assigned by the
     line manager.

  Required Qualifications and Experience

  Education

  ·Bachelor’s degree, equivalent or
  higher, in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related course with
  five years of relevant professional experience in data management, preferably
  in crisis and humanitarian situations,

  or

  ·High School diploma with seven years of
  relevant professional experience in data management, preferably in crisis and
  humanitarian situations

  Experience

  Experience with
  International Organizations, INGO or LNGOs is an advantage; knowledge of DTM
  activities and datasets is a strong advantage.

  SKILLS

  ·Database
  Design and Management: Proficient in MS Access, Excel, and MySQL, essential for
  designing and managing databases efficiently.

  ·MS
  Office Expertise: Strong skills in MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word,
  crucial for data processing, reporting, and presentation creation.

  ·Visualization
  and GIS Proficiency: Good knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, and GIS tools like,
  Google-Earth Engine, QGIS and ESRI ArcGIS Pro, necessary for creating
  interactive visualizations and managing spatial data.

  ·Web
  Design and Programming: Skills in PHP, HTML, and DRUPAL are required for
  effective web-based database programming and administration.

  ·Publication
  Development Skills: Experience in drafting text, graphic design, and layout
  using tools like In-Design, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator.

  ·Climate
  and Environmental Data Analysis: Understanding of statistical modeling
  techniques and GIS applications to analyze and forecast the impacts of climate
  change on human mobility.

  Humanitarian Indicators Knowledge: Familiarity
  with the development and application of humanitarian indicators to enhance
  data-driven decision-making in humanitarian contexts.

  Languages

  • For all
    Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • Working
    knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
  • Fluency in
    all national language(s) are highly advantages.

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Required Competencies:

VALUES – All IOM staff
members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

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Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.

Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to apply and should fill their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by CTG through e-mail only.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.