Information Management Officer/Head of Unit

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the Crisis Response Division (CRD) of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), which is part of the United Nations Secretariat. OCHA was established to bring together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. Its mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors to alleviate human suffering during disasters and emergencies. OCHA advocates for the rights of people in need, promotes preparedness and prevention, and facilitates sustainable solutions. The organization operates globally, with a focus on coordinating humanitarian responses in various countries affected by crises.

Job Overview:
The Information Management Officer/Head of Unit will play a crucial role in coordinating and managing information related to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. This position involves establishing and maintaining an information management network in line with IASC guidance to facilitate the exchange of humanitarian information and promote data standards. The incumbent will engage with government counterparts to ensure that information activities align with national standards and practices. Additionally, the officer will provide training and expertise on information management tools to OCHA staff and humanitarian partners, advocate for data standards, and coordinate remote information management support. The role also includes strategic planning, managing the Information Management Unit, and overseeing the production of high-quality information products. The officer will lead an integrated information team, fostering collaboration and innovation while ensuring effective communication and information management throughout the humanitarian program cycle.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Information Management Officer will be responsible for a variety of duties, including: establishing and maintaining an information management network; coordinating information activities with government counterparts; providing training on information management tools; advocating for data standards; identifying activities that could benefit from remote information management; managing the Information Management Unit; advising senior OCHA officials on operational information management; supporting the development of strategic approaches to information management; overseeing the production and dissemination of information products; liaising with external actors; providing leadership to the integrated information team; recruiting and managing staff; and performing administrative tasks necessary for the functioning of the section.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of information management theories and concepts, particularly in complex emergencies and disaster response. They should have the ability to analyze humanitarian trends, conduct data collection, and apply judgment in various contexts. Professionalism, teamwork, and effective planning and organizing skills are essential. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to gender perspectives and the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Managerial competencies such as building trust and providing a transparent work environment are also required.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in information management, information systems, social science, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in information management, information systems, disaster management, or humanitarian affairs is required. Candidates should have experience managing information in field settings during emergencies, as well as relevant experience within the UN system or international organizations. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, as well as experience with Activity Info and Microsoft Power BI, is desirable.

Languages:
English is required for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Additionally, proficiency in either French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, or Chinese (Mandarin) is desirable. Candidates should refer to the UN Language Framework for the minimum required level for each language skill.

Additional Notes:
The job is a temporary position located in Kyiv, Ukraine, and the specific contract duration has not been mentioned. The role is full-time, and the organization is likely to consider candidates both nationally and internationally. Compensation and benefits details are not provided in the job description.