D

Family

Family

GS6

General Service

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

No

20241101

October 16, 2024

Information Management Associate

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Information Management Associate supports the production and dissemination of information on the population of concern, including but not limited to Protection and Programme information.

The incumbent operationalizes data standards developed at the central level in field operations, compiles and explores data from all populations of concern. S/he supports the Programme Team and UNHCR’s implementing partners in the choice of indicators for monitoring to be included in subagreements as well as the Protection Team in operationalizing protection monitoring systems.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, crossfunctional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
Operationalize countryspecific common data standards and promote them with partners, including UNHCR data standards and the IASC Common Operational Datasets.
Compile and aggregate information elements required to produce standardized information products and implement data/information collection plans for baseline and contextspecific data.
Collect, collate and process information and perform data quality and consistency control.
Produce summary statistics.
Support the coordination of data collection teams.
Support and leverage geographic data for map production and use in geographic information systems (GI.
Share UNHCR data with partner agencies and maintain Portal data and information inline with agreed frequencies.
Participate in Needs Assessment processes, specifically in data collection, processing/collation and data exploration.
Liaise with partners and represent UNHCR in meetings related to the functions.
Make recommendations and provide advice on the technical information management requirements.

Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(.
Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G63 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(of Education
Not applicable.

Certificates and/or Licenses
Information Technology;
Statistics;
Social Sciences;
HCR Operatnl Dta Mgmt Lrng Prg;
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essentia

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Experience with handling confidential data and demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies.

Desirable
Experience in web design and software development is an asset. Ability to formulate IMrelated technical requirements and Operating Procedures.

Functional Skills
DMArcGIS (Geographic Information Syste
IMStatistics Analysis
*ITMicrosoft Excel
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essentia

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

• Demonstrated geospatial analytical skills applied to humanitarian and development scenarios.
• Demonstrated work experience with database management related to GIS.
• Experience with relevant GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Field Map, and/or QGIS.
• Demonstrated work experience, implementing and maintaining geographic data collection systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (power query, DAX, conditional formatting, VLOOKUP, et
• Advanced visualization skills using, Excel, Power BI, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with relevant data collection platforms such as Kobo, and ActivityInfo
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to create reports and presentations for multiple audiences
• Completion of secondary education with postsecondary training/certificate in Geographic Information System (GI, Demography, Statistics, Social Science, or a related field.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive/confidential information discretely and securely.

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Operational context

Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:

Nature of Position:

The Information Management Associate (IMplays a key role in overseeing the collection, storage, management, validation, and analysis of data, ensuring high standards in its production and dissemination. They are tasked with implementing centrally established data standards in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all data collection activities.

The IMA will also provide essential support to UNHCR and partners on GIS related activities, he/she will contribute to the development and enhancement of data monitoring and GIS systems by creating data collection tools, building interactive platforms, and automating data products to improve efficiency and usability.

Living and Working Conditions:

Additional Qualifications

Skills

DMArcGIS (Geographic Information Syste, IMStatistics Analysis, ITMicrosoft Excel

Certifications

Information TechnologyOther, Social SciencesOther, StatisticsOther

Competencies

Accountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Innovation & creativity, Organizational awareness, Teamwork & collaboration, Technological awareness

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Compendium

Additional Information

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the Assessment Exercises for the recruitment of the position, which may include Written/Technical tests and/or Interviews, as applicable for recruitment of the position.

This position doesn’t require a functional clearance