Data Management Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) was established in 1951 and is a Related Organization of the United Nations. It is the leading UN agency in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. IOM's mission includes saving lives and protecting people on the move, driving solutions to displacement, and facilitating pathways for regular migration. The organization is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. IOM operates in numerous countries around the world, providing services and advice to governments and migrants alike. In Lebanon, IOM has been active since 2006, delivering humanitarian life-saving services to vulnerable populations affected by crises and developing models for longer-term recovery and development. The organization implements various activities across Lebanon, coordinating with national and local authorities and humanitarian partners to improve living conditions and service delivery outcomes for displaced populations.

Job Overview:
The Data Management Consultant position is crucial for the effective implementation of Information Management (IM) functions within the Shelter, Site Management and Coordination (SMC), and Housing, Land and Property (HLP) units, as well as the Data and Research Unit (DRU) at IOM Lebanon. The successful candidate will work under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator and the direct supervision of the SMC Information Management Officer. The role involves developing and maintaining data collection tools and databases, ensuring compliance with IOM Data Protection Principles, and performing data cleaning, validation, and consolidation of datasets. The consultant will also prepare various information management products, including dashboards, reports, and data visualizations, and coordinate the timely release of these products to internal and external audiences. Additionally, the consultant will be responsible for maintaining data storages, preparing technical guidance materials, and supporting monitoring and evaluation efforts by contributing to indicator formulation and tracking. This position requires a strong focus on data management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain data collection tools and databases, including KoboToolbox/ODK forms and data entry templates, ensuring compliance with IOM Data Protection Principles.
• Perform data cleaning, validation, deduplication, and consolidation of datasets received from field teams and partners, documenting procedures applied.
• Prepare information management products such as Power BI dashboards, reports, factsheets, and operational maps in ArcGIS, adhering to IOM reporting standards.
• Coordinate the timely release of information products to audiences, applying data sharing protocols and maintaining version control.
• Maintain data storages and documentation, including user access rights and geodatabases, and upload datasets to relevant platforms.
• Prepare technical guidance materials and deliver training to IOM staff and partners on data collection and reporting tools.
• Support monitoring and evaluation by contributing to indicator formulation and maintaining tracking tables.
• Participate in information management working groups and respond to ad hoc data requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Information Management/Technology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Geography, or related fields from an accredited institution, along with four years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, a High School diploma with six years of relevant experience is acceptable. Candidates must have experience in Information Management tasks, including data collection, cleaning, analysis, and the development of Information Management products. Proficiency in drafting survey questionnaires and reports on humanitarian operations is essential. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Information Management software (KoboToolbox, Power BI, ArcGIS or QGIS) are required. Experience working with vulnerable groups, including migrants and refugees, and prior work with international humanitarian organizations is advantageous. Knowledge of the Lebanese migration context and community-based initiatives is also important.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Information Management/Technology, Statistics, Social Sciences, Geography, or related disciplines from an accredited academic institution. Alternatively, a High School diploma with extensive relevant experience is acceptable. The educational background should provide a solid foundation for understanding data management principles and practices, particularly in humanitarian contexts.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, or six years for those with a High School diploma. Experience should include tasks related to Information Management, such as data collection, cleaning, analysis, and the development of Information Management products. Familiarity with humanitarian operations and working with vulnerable populations is highly desirable, as is experience in a multicultural setting, particularly with international organizations.

Languages:
Fluency in English and native proficiency in Arabic are mandatory for this consultancy position. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages is essential for the role, given the diverse stakeholders involved in IOM's operations in Lebanon.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy position is subject to various conditions, including the requirement for medical fitness certification and compliance with residency or visa requirements. IOM covers consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan, but does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for non-occupational incidents. Candidates are responsible for their own medical insurance and must provide proof before commencing work. The organization maintains a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims, including discrimination and harassment. IOM does not charge any fees during the recruitment process and only accepts applications submitted through its e-Recruitment system.