Iraq: Research Officer

Position Title : Research Officer

Duty Station : Erbil, Iraq

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 12 March 2018

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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator (DTM), the successful candidate will support IOM Iraq country office with research specific related activities through ensuring efficient implementation of research and data analysis.

S/he will be in charge of conducting various types of migration related research throughout the different phases of the research cycle: research conceptualization, questionnaire design, data collection, data analysis, and report writing; as well as to maintain the network of outside consultants, researchers and provide technical input and support on the day-to-day research related to works and assessment.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Lead the IOM Research team on the implementation of IOM Iraq’s ongoing assessments and surveys on displacement, reintegration and sustainable returns (recovery) of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and returnees across Iraq.

2. Coordinate closely with senior emergency and programme coordinator, heads of office, heads of sub-office, and project managers to ensure that research projects are well integrated and supported by the various programme units and offices in different location.

3. Provide technical support to research projects implemented by other programme units.

4. Determine the goals of new research projects as well as research methods and outputs.

5. Contribute to drafting the IOM research strategy and research lines.

6. Supervise the research work of team members (e.g. Reporting Officer, Statistician) to ensure projects remain on schedule.

7. Design the research plan, concept note, quantitative and qualitative data collection tools and research training materials of ad-hoc research.

8. Oversee the data analysis and report writing of the implemented ad hoc research.

9. Contribute to the revision of draft reports and analysis before publication.

10. Support the Information Management unit in adapting Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) integrated methodology tools for data collection to ensure that it meets partners’ and humanitarian actors’ needs on information related to IDPs and returnees movement trends.

11. Extend the IOM network of research partners including universities, research centres and think tanks at national and international levels and look for joined opportunities for research publications.

12. Supervise the hiring of external research consultants and follow-up on the several phases of outsourced research projects.

13. Liaise with relevant authorities, UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), think tanks, government authorities, academic institutions and other stakeholders for the implementation of ad hoc surveys. Represent IOM at relevant meetings.

14. Represent the DTM programme through participation in international events, conferences and working groups related to data analysis and research on population displacements.

15. Support the organization and deployment of research unit’s missions to the field. Organize logistics for and procurement of DTM materials to ensure timely response.

16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Sciences, Demography, Population Studies, Social Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience working in international organizations and the humanitarian community;

• Experience in project management and implementation;

• Experience in the development and implementation of research projects a distinct advantage;

• Proven experience in conceptualizing research projects, quantitative and qualitative tool design, and report writing in the field of population studies, refugees/IDPs in developing countries, on the Framework for Durable Solutions for IDPs and returnees applied to different displacement contexts;

• Field experience in survey coordination, i.e. training and managing large data collection teams and conducting large scale household surveys;

• Work experience in or knowledge of Iraq and/or the region as a whole would be an asset.

Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders;

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

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.

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, and security clearances.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 12 March 2018 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.

For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 06.03.2018 to 12.03.2018

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