Data Collector (Displacement Tracking Matrix / DTM) Consultants

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
 

Under the supervision of the Director of the Coordination Office for the Mediterranean and the Chief of Mission in Italy and Malta, and in coordination with the DTM Europe Project Coordinator in the Regional Office of IOM in Vienna and the Project Development Officer in Italy, the consultants will report to the DTM Focal Point for Italy and support the implementation of the DTM Flow Monitoring Surveys. The consultants must complete mandatory IOM training and attend a one-day DTM training before starting their consultancy.

1. 40 Flow Monitoring Surveys conducted each week;

2. Weekly Reports;

3. Final Report at the end of the contract.

• Experience in the field of vulnerable groups and/or migrants is required; 

• Computer skills, specifically hands-on experience in usage of MS Office is required;

• Previous experience in conducting personal interviews with migrants or others is required;

• Availability to travel across the one of the three main areas (South, Centre, North) is required;

• Valid European Union working permit (for non-EU candidates) is required;

• High school diploma with at least three years of experience, or
• First-level university degree with at least one year of experience is required;

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in migration, social sciences, anthropology, sociology, humanitarian action or related fields is desirable.

For this consultancy, Fluency in written and spoken Italian and English is required.

French, Arabic, Bangla, Tigrinya, Somali, Urdu, Pashto and other languages are considered as an asset.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.