IOM: Call For Applications – Reintegration Assistant – Data & Evidence Specialist (UG) – Yaoundé – Yaounde

  • Location:
  • Salary:
    $52,000 - $72,000 / YEAR
  • Job type:
    FULL_TIME
  • Posted:
    2 weeks ago
  • Category:
    Research and Data
  • Deadline:
    08/12/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

A. Evidence Generation & Indicator Framework

  1. Develop an indicator framework for reintegration at national level, drawing from:
    • MGI indicators and governance gaps
    • Existing M&E tools (IOM, Government, donors).

  2. Gather quantitative and qualitative data from: MINREX, MINAS, MINEPAT, MINEFOP, DGSN, CNDDR, and partners.
  3. Prepare data visualizations, analysis notes and synthesis dashboards.
  4. Produce a draft analytical package demonstrating why the National Reintegration Report is needed.

B. National Reintegration Report – Development & Advocacy

  1. Draft the structure, methodology and content outline of the NRR.
  2. Develop advocacy materials (briefs, talking points, technical notes) to promote acceptance of the NRR.
  3. Support Government focal points in reviewing, commenting and progressively endorsing the NRR structure.
  4. Facilitate bi-lateral consultations with key ministries to secure political buy-in.

C. Strategic & Technical Working Groups (WG)

  1. Map existing interministerial platforms and identify where the WG can logically fit.
  2. Develop Terms of Reference for both the Strategic WG and the Technical WG.
  3. Support the Government to formally establish the WGs (letters, decrees, memos, invitations).
  4. Organize, document and follow up WG meetings (agendas, minutes, action points).
  5. Produce a roadmap for WG operations and linkages with the future NRR.

D. Stakeholder Mobilization & Coordination

  1. Identify and map all relevant partners (ministries, UN agencies, NGOs, research institutions).
  2. Ensure regular communication flow to maintain engagement.
  3. Consolidate all contributions received and maintain an updated contact database.
  4. Support alignment of partner initiatives with the NRR and WGs.

E. Reporting & Knowledge Management

  1. Produce monthly technical reports and briefings for the Reintegration Officer.
  2. Document all meetings through minutes, attendance lists and action logs.

Develop a final Roadmap for National Reintegration Data Governance including sustainability options

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION

  • High school diploma with five years of relevant experience; or,
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Public Administration, Migration Studies, Development Studies, or related field from an accredited institution with three years of relevant professional experience

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in research, data management, monitoring & evaluation, or governance coordination.
  • Experience working with government stakeholders is an asset.
  • Familiarity with migration governance frameworks (e.g., MGI, MiGOF) is an advantage

SKILLS

  • Strong analytical and drafting skills.
  • Ability to facilitate interministerial dialogue.
  • Excellent data organization and synthesis capacity.
  • Strong communication and advocacy skills.

LANGUAGE

  • For this position, fluency in English, French is required (oral and written).