Intern

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Since 2004 the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) has been IOM’s main operational tool for tracking and monitoring the movements and the evolving needs of displaced populations. It has been systematically deployed in medium to large-scale humanitarian response operations in the last seven years, including in all Level 3 emergencies. During 2020 DTM was active in over 86 countries. To coordinate and support operations implemented by approximately 6,600 staff, the global DTM support team is comprised of 45 specialists across eight locations (Geneva, London, Bangkok, Nairobi, Dakar, Cairo, Vienna and The Hague).

With the expansion of DTM‘s portfolio, global workstreams and worldwide coverage the number of requests from external counterparts for use DTM data has exponentially increased. This has resultantly created the need to set in place more efficient procedures and systems that will in addition to maximizing the use of DTM data will contribute to enhanced data accountability and improved data governance practices.

The main objective of this internship will be to assist DTM to ensure adherence to existing policies, procedures and frameworks for DTM data sharing and assist in updating and developing new practical guidance, as needed. The intern will interact with DTM staff across geographical units, as well as with internal DTM project holders in the areas of data ethics, data governance, data protection, central data dictionary, and DTM standards. Located in the IOM London office, under direct supervision of the Data Responsibility and Ethics Officer and the global supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator, the successful candidate will integrate into the DTM AKO unit.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Objective: Contribute to enhanced Data Governance through facilitating adherence to and development of enhanced systems and procedures for sharing and use of DTM data with and by external counterparts.

Thematic Focus: assist DTM in applying data sound data sharing practices, in accordance with relevant internal policies:

• Based on existing tools, and coordination with systems experts, to enhance an effective and accessible system for managing external data requests, inclusive of initial appraisal (categorization, urgency and importance), internal coordination, dataset or report readiness, lead time for preparation, response, response time, use and closure for received requests.
• Support drafting of standard operating procedures and technical documentation for data request system management, ensuring alignment with internal data governance and other related policies and necessary coordination with relevant internal stakeholders, across DTM, other  HQ units, regional offices and country missions, depending on dataset.
• Maintain the registry including updating the status of the data sharing request, regularly monitoring final use and results when publicly available, or following up directly to populate accountable use in the registry.
• Support processes related to optimization of data use and risk assessment for external data sharing, by submitting initial appraisal based on recommended internal practices and policies.
• Support the Global DTM team in the process of providing timely response, by ensuring adherence to internal data governance and other relating policies for data sharing requests that have been approved.
• Support management of information, registry and documentation archive related to external data sharing.
• Follow up on the output produced with the shared data, review if IOM|DTM has been properly referenced and alert management for potential sensitivities or inaccuracies.

Common to all interns in the AKO unit:

• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data, as tasked by the DTM AKO unit.
• Facilitate the logistical organization of webinars in support of the DTM unit to ensure regular internal and external updates on human mobility and displacement.
• If necessary, in coordination with DTM Country Missions provide updates on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations surrounding human mobility and displacement in the respective context.
• Assist the DTM Country Missions and teams in London in the production and quality control of documents.
• Coordinate with other units of the global DTM support team to ensure continuity of functional workflows.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the London team when needed.
• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data as well as in review of DTM documents requiring remote assistance to DTM Missions, at their request.
• Assist in the refinement of DTM’s data collection methodologies and questionnaires, identifying good practices and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Support technical training of other staff, including through the organization of dedicated webinars.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

IV. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education

• Strong knowledge on data processing practices.
• Previous experience working with IOM, other UN agencies, NGOs, is an advantage.
• Previous experience working on data sharing processes and policies in the public or private sector is also an advantage.
• Outstanding analysis and drafting skills – previous experience drafting policies, advocacy documents and communication material for UN agencies and NGOs, a distinct advantage.
• Proven ability to maintain close relations with team members, and external counterparts, including international organizations, clusters, government, donors, and other key stakeholders.

Skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills, efficiency and flexibility. Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail and quality and capacity to meet deadlines. Strong analytical skills and creative thinking.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.

V. LANGUAGES

Advantegeous: Working knowledge of additional UN language.

VI. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

VII. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants to the IOM internship programme must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:

a) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or

b) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or

c) Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit updated CV and cover letter (in PDF format and only one file with your name and surname) to dtmrecruitment@iom.int adding “DTM Data Sharing Intern” in the subject line, no later than Thursday 24^th of June 2021

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments, the private sector, and migrants.

Context
IOM works in the five broad areas of migration management: migration and development, facilitating migration, regulating migration, addressing forced migration, and the implications of climate change on migration. Cross‐cutting activities include the promotion of international migration law, policy debate and guidance, protection of migrants’ rights, migration health and the gender dimension of migration. The key responsibility of the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) is to formulate regional strategies and plans of action and to provide programmatic and administrative support to the countries within its region. Several Regional Thematic Units are based at the ROAP to fulfill this responsibility.
The Emergency and Post Crisis (EPC) Unit in the ROAP focuses on ensuring IOM Missions in Asia and the Pacific are prepared to respond to Migration Crisis needs, aid decision-making related to humanitarian affairs, and strengthens partnerships with other organizations within and outside of the humanitarian architecture.
The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Regional Evidence for Migration Analysis and Policy (REMAP) project was developed in response to the critical need to collect and analyze information on (protracted) displacement and human mobility in, to and from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq and Pakistan and to contribute to evidence-based humanitarian and development programming in these countries and in the region.

Supervision
Working under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager of DTM REMAP programme based in Bangkok, Thailand the intern will support the concern unit for smooth implementation of ongoing work.

Core Functions/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Assist in researching and drafting dashboards, flash information sheets, papers and reports describing and analyzing human mobility of Afghan, Bangladeshi, Iranian, Iraqi and Pakistani nationals inside their countries and across international borders.
2. Assist in compiling, analyzing, visualizing human mobility data within Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq and Pakistan for DTM REMAP reporting purposes.
3. Assist with the development of monthly and quarterly DTM REMAP products including newsletters, monthly and quarterly project update report compilations and any other reports or info sheets
4. Assist in monitor day-to-day policy developments and debates within the partner institutions and organizations and provide information to the DTM REMAP Support Unit accordingly.
5. Aid in the development of relevant information databases and tools including but not limited to the IOM Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific DTM REMAP project, sector related activities, mapping, and software tools.
6. Assist with the management of social media and online web-outlets related to the DTM REMAP project.
7. Assist in organizing meetings, seminars and high-level missions as needed.
8. Provide administrative support as required.
9. Support day-to-day activities of the DTM REMAP project and IOM Regional office, undertake any other activities and support any other project activities as requested by the supervisor.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Training components and learning elements

• Gain in-depth knowledge on the migration data, displacement tracking matrix (DTM), emergency and post-crisis migration and displacement portfolio in Asia and the Pacific.
• Opportunities to attend e-workshops, e-meetings and/or e-webinars with internal and external counterparts and engage with staff at national and regional offices.
• Strengthen writing and information presentation skills, reinforcing learning.
• Utilize access to Staff Development and Learning online training courses and tools and take opportunities to develop skillsets and consolidate understanding as they arise.
• Understand IOM administrative systems and processes.
• Opportunities to discuss career planning and strategies for humanitarian work with IOM.

Eligibility and Selection
The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience. The Internship Programme is open to candidates of any nationality.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Either students approaching the end of their studies and preparing a thesis, or recently graduated;
• Able to adapt to an international, multicultural, multilingual environment;
• Good communication skills and able to work in a team;
• Familiarity with computer programs, including MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher);
• Advanced English writing and communication skills
• Knowledge regarding quantitative statistical (social science/human mobility/migration) data analysis
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization programs, (e.g. PowerBI, GIS ARC, Stata, SPSS, Knowledge of R, Tableau) will be considered an advantage;
• Webpage as well as database development and management skills an advantage;
• In-depth knowledge regarding econometrics will be considered as an advantage

Language:
Fluency in English

Required Competencies
Behavioral:
    The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences;
• encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

General Information

• Interns are granted stipend as per IOM policy as a partial contribution to accommodations and living expenses. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by his/her university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.
• Before commencing work, successful candidates will be required to obtain a fit-to-work medical certificate from his/her doctor and submit vaccination records.
• The Intern will be responsible for obtaining the necessary entry visa and arranging their travel to Bangkok. IOM will assist only in issuing documents required for visa processing.
• IOM only covers the Intern against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the assignment. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. The Intern is responsible for his/her own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
• Any work produced by interns during their internship within the framework of the duties assigned to them should be used for academic purposes exclusively. All economic and moral rights (copyright) pertaining to such work will remain the exclusive property of IOM.
• Interns are bound by staff confidentiality rules pertaining to their duties in IOM.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via e-mail to ROBangkokHR@iom.int . Please include the reference code ROBKK-CFA 2021-053 followed by your full name in the subject line and mention your preferred duration as mention above.
Applications should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Duly completed IOM Personal History Form (can be downloaded from http://thailand.iom.int/);
• 2-3 writing samples, optional (relevant topic of your choice).

Applicants will be contacted only if under serious consideration for the internship assignment.

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Since 2004 the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s main operational tool for tracking and monitoring the movements and the evolving needs of displaced populations. It has been systematically deployed in medium to large-scale humanitarian response operations in the last seven years, including in all Level 3 emergencies. During 2019 DTM was active in over 72 countries. To coordinate and support operations implemented by approximately 5,200 staff, the global DTM support team is comprised of 45 specialists across eight locations (Geneva, London, Bangkok, Nairobi, Dakar, Cairo, Vienna and The Hague).

The current outbreak of COVID-19 has affected global mobility in complex and unprecedented ways in the form of various travel restrictions, suspension of air travel and border closures. To better understand this, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has developed a global mobility database to map these impacts on human mobility, across global, regional and country levels. Furthermore, COVID-19 has had a disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations in camps and camp-like settings as well as exacerbated the vulnerabilities of mobile populations who may now be stranded owing to COVID-19 related mobility restrictions. This data is particularly important when addressing specific needs faced by migrants and mobile populations.

The main objective of this internship will be to assist IOM to continue and develop its global workstreams on monitoring the impacts of mobility as a result of COVID-19. This includes work on the following workstreams: Global Mobility Restrictions, Point of Entry Monitoring, Impact on Migrants.

Located in the IOM London office, under direct supervision of the DTM Analytics, Knowledge and Output Quality (AKO) Unit Lead (London, UK) and the DTM Lead Editor (London, UK), the successful candidate will integrate into the DTM AKO unit.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Objective: Technical assistance in the production and review of information products and reports based on DTM and other data, with the aim of informing the humanitarian programme cycle (HPC)

Common to all interns in the AKO unit:

• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data, as tasked by the DTM AKO unit
• Facilitate the logistical organization of webinars in support of the DTM unit to ensure regular internal and external updates on human mobility and displacement;
• If necessary, in coordination with DTM Country Missions provide updates on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations surrounding human mobility and displacement in the respective context;
• Assist the DTM Country Missions and teams in London in the production and quality control of documents;
• Coordinate with other units of the global DTM support team to ensure continuity of functional workflows;
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the London team when needed;
• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data as well as in review of DTM documents requiring remote assistance to DTM Missions, at their request;
• Assist in the refinement of DTM’s data collection methodologies and questionnaires, identifying good practices and providing recommendations for improvement;
• Support technical training of other staff, including through the organization of dedicated webinars;

Thematic Focus: assist IOM to continue and develop its global workstreams on monitoring the impacts of mobility as a result of COVID-19. This includes work on the following workstreams: Global Mobility Restrictions, Point of Entry Monitoring, Impact on Migrants

• Support the compilation of country level mobility restrictions as part of the Global mobility restriction work
• Support the compilation of Impact on Migrants records, as part of the Impact on Migrants workstream
• Support with the consolidation of the MR database, and quality control mechanism links to the MR and impact on migrant workstreams
• Support with the consolidation of IOMs Point of Entry (PoE) database, and support with the data analysis of the fortnightly IOM PoE reports

Perform any other tasks as assigned.

III. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Excellent research, writing, communication and statistical/analytical skills;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;
• Accountability;
• Client Orientation;
• Continuous Learning;
• Communication;
• Creativity and Initiative;
• Planning and Organizing;
• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
• incorporates gender related needs,
• Pperspectives,
• Concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
• Technological Awareness.

Behavioural

• Strong and demonstrable knowledge and interest in migration, development economics, political economy of development, conflict studies, public health and/or humanitarian issues;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds under tight deadlines.

Technical

Required

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Experience using Adobe Suite (e.g. InDesign, Illustrator)
• Experience in quantitative research methods (statistical modelling, applied econometrics and/or machine learning) Advantageous
• Experience working with R (programming language), including at least three of the following
• Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS/QGIS
• Experience with other coding languages (e.g. Python) and relational databases (inc. SQL)
• Experience in qualitative research methods

IV. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Master’s degree from an accredited academic institution in a field of study related to Economics / Development Economics, Data Science, Political Science, Social Science, Development Studies, Public health, Epidemiology or other relevant disciplines with a significant quantitative component.

Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degrees with 2 years of relevant working experience.

V. LANGUAGES

Advantegeous: Working knowledge of Arabic and/or additional UN language.

VI. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or 
• Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation

 

HOW TO APPLY

For application details, please follow this link: https://unitedkingdom.iom.int/vacancies

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) gathers and analyzes data to disseminate critical multi layered information on the mobility, vulnerabilities, and needs of displaced and mobile populations that enables decision makers and responders to provide these populations with better context specific assistance.

The DTM Support Team, based in headquarters, assembles expertise in operations and coordination, methodology and concept development, mapping and Geographic Information Systems, statistical analysis, database and application system development, and data and information management. The support team has been critical in providing remote and onsite support to DTM field implementation.

Under the overall supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator and direct supervision of the Senior DTM Coordination Manager, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for providing support to the activities and services provided by DTM support team in headquarters for DTM implementation in the field worldwide, in particular to support development and implementation of supplementary and interoperable systems for quality assurance and further improvement of global DTM data and analysis.

1. Support in ensuring timely and accurate collection and database storage. This includes hands on coding ensuring data collected is proofed to source, handling daily exceptions (changes to source data, process errors, verifying suspect data), applying industry standard methodologies, and tracking to operational metrics.
2. Support in analysing new data management assignments, developing scripts and tests to Extract, Transform and Load data from different country sources into the Central Data Warehouse and conforming to the DTM data dictionary, including data validation, change requests and providing quick and efficient solutions to data sourcing issues.
3. Support in building requirements, metadata, backup procedures, and process documentation, and overall management of dataset addition process.
4. Works with various parts of the global DTM Support team to ensure that content is delivered on-time, regardless of system issues, and that the format and structure supports the operational requirements.
5. Support in data audit on exceptions and outliers associated with specific datasets. This may include verification, additional research, and modelling or related analyses.
6. Support on development of data queries for internal use as require, as well as one-time data pulls from database as requested.
7. Ensure that the implementation of the information management systems and application adhere to Ethical Guidelines for Data Science, IOM Data Protection Policy and Information Technology and Communication (ITC) Policies and Standards, including on system and data security.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

III. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies
 

Behavioural

Personal commitment drive for results, efficiency, flexibility; ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds under tight deadlines; displays awareness of relevant technological solutions. Actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services.
 

Technical

Required:

• Strong SQL developer skills, knowledge of efficient querying using stored procedures and automated ETL routines.
• Proficient skills on Excel for Data Analysis (pivot tables, vlookup, macros)

Desired:

• Hands-on of advanced data manipulation tools (graph databases, cubes, relational and non-relational databases, streaming processing) and distributed architectures (Hadoop, Hive, Pig, Kassandra, MongoDB) is a plus.
• Good data visualization skills on HTML5 or JavaScript environments, AngularJS, NodeJS, or D3 is a plus, and using BI platforms as PowerBI or Tableau
• Experience on cloud architecture is a plus (AWS or Azure) an asset.
• Excitement and interest in for spatio-temporal data.

IV. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Pursuing degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Quantitative Science (Mathematics, Statistics, etc).

VI. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants to the IOM internship programme must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:

a) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or

b) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or

c) Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within one year of graduation.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit updated CV and cover letter (in PDF format and only one file with your name and surname) to dtmrecruitment@iom.int adding DTM Data Science Intern Geneva
in the subject line, no later than Tuesday 22^nd December. NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments, the private sector, and migrants.

Context
IOM works in the five broad areas of migration management: migration and development, facilitating migration, regulating migration, addressing forced migration, and the implications of climate change on migration. Cross‐cutting activities include the promotion of international migration law, policy debate and guidance, protection of migrants’ rights, migration health and the gender dimension of migration. The key responsibility of the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) is to formulate regional strategies and plans of action and to provide programmatic and administrative support to the countries within its region.
Several Regional Thematic Units are based at the ROAP to fulfill this responsibility.

The Emergency and Post Crisis (EPC) Unit in the ROAP focuses on ensuring IOM Missions in Asia and the Pacific are prepared to respond to Migration Crisis needs, aid decision-making related to humanitarian affairs, and strengthens partnerships with other organizations within and outside of the humanitarian architecture.

The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Regional Evidence for Migration Analysis and Policy (REMAP) project was developed in response to the critical need to collect and analyze information on (protracted) displacement and human mobility in, to and from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq and Pakistan and to contribute to evidence-based humanitarian and development programming in these countries and in the region.

Supervision
Working under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager of DTM REMAP programme based in Bangkok, Thailand the intern (home-based) will support the concern unit for smooth implementation of ongoing work.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Assist in researching and drafting dashboards, flash information sheets, papers and reports describing and analyzing human mobility of Afghan, Bangladeshi, Iranian, Iraqi and Pakistani nationals inside their countries and across international borders.
2. Assist in compiling, analyzing, visualizing human mobility data within Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq and Pakistan for DTM REMAP reporting purposes.
3. Assist with the development of monthly and quarterly DTM REMAP products including newsletters, monthly and quarterly project update report compilations and any other reports or info sheets
4. Assist in monitor day-to-day policy developments and debates within the partner institutions and organizations and provide information to the DTM REMAP Support Unit accordingly.
5. Aid in the development of relevant information databases and tools including but not limited to the DTM REMAP project, sector related activities, mapping, and software tools.
6. Assist with the management of social media and online web-outlets related to the DTM REMAP project.
7. Assist in organizing meetings, seminars and high-level missions as needed.
8. Provide administrative support as required.
9. Support day-to-day activities of the DTM REMAP project and IOM Regional office, undertake any other activities and support any other project activities as requested by the supervisor.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

III. TRAINING COMPONENTS AND LEARNING ELEMENTS

• Gain in-depth knowledge on the migration data, displacement tracking matrix (DTM), emergency and post-crisis migration and displacement portfolio in Asia and the Pacific.
• Opportunities to attend e-workshops, e-meetings and/or e-webinars with internal and external counterparts and engage with staff at national and regional offices.
• Strengthen writing and information presentation skills, reinforcing learning.
• Utilize access to Staff Development and Learning online training courses and tools and take opportunities to develop skillsets and consolidate understanding as they arise.
• Understand IOM administrative systems and processes.
• Opportunities to discuss career planning and strategies for humanitarian work with IOM.

IV. ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION

The Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities. Interns must be between 20 and 36 years old and should have less than two years of relevant working experience. The Internship Programme is open to candidates of any nationality.

V. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Either students approaching the end of their studies and preparing a thesis, or recently graduated;
• Able to adapt to an international, multicultural, multilingual environment;
• Good communication skills and able to work in a team;
• Familiarity with computer programs, including MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher);
• Advanced English writing and communication skills
• Knowledge regarding quantitative statistical (social science/human mobility/migration) data analysis
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization programs, (e.g. PowerBI, GIS ARC, Stata, SPSS, Knowledge of R, Tableau) will be considered an advantage;
• Webpage as well as database development and management skills an advantage;
• In-depth knowledge regarding econometrics will be considered as an advantage

VI. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

VII. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Interns are granted stipend as per IOM policy as a partial contribution to accommodations and living expenses. Interns benefiting from an internship allowance or scholarship granted by his/her university or other sponsoring body that includes financial remuneration or credits for coursework will not be eligible for the stipend.
2. Before commencing work, successful candidates will be required to obtain a fit-to-work medical certificate from his/her doctor and submit vaccination records.
3. The Intern will be responsible for obtaining the necessary entry visa and arranging their travel to Bangkok. IOM will assist only in issuing documents required for visa processing.
4. IOM only covers the Intern against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the assignment. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. The Intern is responsible for his/her own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
5. Any work produced by interns during their internship within the framework of the duties assigned to them should be used for academic purposes exclusively. All economic and moral rights (copyright) pertaining to such work will remain the exclusive property of IOM.
6. Interns are bound by staff confidentiality rules pertaining to their duties in IOM.

VIII. LANGUAGES

Required: Excellent communication skills in English (written and oral).
Advantageous: Working knowledge of another UN language.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via e-mail to ROBangkokHR@iom.int adding reference code ROBKK-CFA 2020-116 followed by your full name in the subject line and mention your preferred duration as mention above, no later than than Sunday 22^nd November. NOTE: Applications should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Duly completed IOM Personal History Form (can be downloaded from http://thailand.iom.int/);
• 2-3 writing samples, optional (relevant topic of your choice).

Applicants will be contacted only if under serious consideration for the internship assignment.

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Since 2004 the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s main operational tool for tracking and monitoring the movements and the evolving needs of displaced populations. It has been systematically deployed in medium to large-scale humanitarian response operations in the last seven years, including in all Level 3 emergencies. DTM has been active in over 72 countries. To coordinate and support operations implemented by approximately 5,200 staff, the global DTM support team is comprised of 45 specialists across eight locations (Geneva, London, Bangkok, Nairobi, Dakar, Cairo, Vienna and The Hague). Since its inception the global support team includes, on average, 50% female and 50% male staff as well as a diverse range of nationalities.

Global DTM support is organized within the following units: Global System Management (GSM); Project and Operations Support (POS); Operations and Methodological Framework (OMF); Data Systems and Centralization (DSC); Data Management, Verification and Procedures (MVP); Digital Content Management (DCM); Analytics, Knowledge and Output Quality (AKO); Data Models and Learning (DML); DTM and Data Partnerships (DDP); Geospatial Analytics (GSA); Data Initiated Operations (DIO); and Humanitarian and Development Solutions (HDS).

Located in the IOM London office, under direct supervision of the Unit Management Co-Leads and the overall supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator (London), in conjunction with IOM Chad, the successful candidate will be part of the AKO unit to remotely support the Chad response and wider West and Central Africa (WCA) analysis.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Under the overall supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Unit Management Co-Leads in the London DTM AKO unit, the incumbent will provide remote support to the DTM response to the Chad situation through the review, processing and analysis of data collected through the DTM and other relevant displacement and mobility data collection in the country and surrounding region.

Thematic focus: Reporting (Chad response)

In particular, he/she will:

• Provide support in creating narrative reporting outputs and dashboards for DTM data on the Chad situation, notably at the data review, processing and analysis phases;
• Assist in identifying information gaps and how to improve data collection methodologies and tools for the 2020 data collection cycle;
• Assist in the production, review and quality control of documents on the Chad situation;
• Assist in the production of infographics on the Chad situation;
• Facilitate the organization of webinars or other events in support of DTM’s work on the Chad situation to ensure regular internal and external updates on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations surrounding human mobility in Chad and surrounding countries.
• Stay abreast of the most recent secondary data sources, publications and other relevant information on the Chad context;
   

Common to all interns in the AKO unit:

• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data as well as in the review of DTM documents requiring remote assistance;
• Assist the DTM Reporting Unit with the revision, translation and uploading of reports, dashboards and assessments;
• If necessary, to provide updates on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations in allocated countries;
• Provide administrative and logistical support when needed.  
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

III. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Excellent data analysis, research, writing and communication skills;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports;
• Accountability;
• Client Orientation;
• Continuous Learning;
• Communication;
• Creativity and Initiative;
• Planning and Organizing;
• Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter;
• Familiarity with the situation in Chad and neighboring countries;
• Technological Awareness

Behavioural

• Strong and demonstrable interest in migration and/or humanitarian issues;
• Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds under tight deadlines.

IV. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Advanced degree from an accredited academic institution in a field of study related to social sciences, or other relevant disciplines.

• Mastery of the Microsoft Office Package
• Knowledge of publishing and graphic design software including Adobe Suite applications (Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

V. LANGUAGES

Advantegeous: Working knowledge of Arabic and/or additional UN language.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit updated CV and cover letter (in PDF format and only one file with your name and surname to dtmrecruitment@iom.int adding Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Chad Analytics, Knowledge and Output (AKO) Quality Intern in the subject line, no later than Wednesday 22^nd July. NOTE: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and incomplete applications will not be considered

I. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Since 2004 the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s main operational tool for tracking and monitoring the movements and the evolving needs of displaced populations. It has been systematically deployed in medium to large-scale humanitarian response operations in the last seven years, including in all Level 3 emergencies. During 2019 DTM was active in over 78 countries. To coordinate and support operations implemented by approximately 5,200 staff, the global DTM support team is comprised of 45 specialists across eight locations (Geneva, London, Bangkok, Nairobi, Dakar, Cairo, Vienna and The Hague).

The DTM team in South Sudan is one of the world’s largest, with over 80 staff working across multiple components and thematic areas to inform humanitarian, early recovery and public health programming. Ongoing operations include tracking displaced and returned populations and their needs, monitoring population flows through key border crossings and transport hubs, operating biometric registration systems for fair and efficient delivery of humanitarian aid, delivering thematic household surveys in urban areas and displacement camps, and assessing existing infrastructure and services in areas of return.
 
Following a scale up of DTM’s operations in South Sudan since 2018, there is now an unprecedented amount of data available for analysis. However, such data is only beginning to be leveraged at its maximum potential for the purpose of guiding humanitarian, early recovery and public health interventions. The unit is currently expanding its data analysis portfolio, developing collaborations with other humanitarian and early recovery partners and expanding beyond descriptive analysis while maintaining a large range of regular information products accessible by operational partners. It is also transitioning towards progressive automation of data analysis processes, following global best practices in data analytics and data protection.

The main objective of this internship will be to assist IOM to develop new analytical products based on data collected by DTM in South Sudan, with a particular focus on location assessment and household / individual survey data, and to contribute to the automation of data cleaning, analysis and visualisation processes by developing suitable scripts in R.

Located in the IOM London office, under direct supervision of the DTM Analytics, Knowledge and Output Quality (AKO) Unit Lead (London), DTM Data Analyst (Juba, South Sudan) and the DTM Coordinator (Juba, South Sudan), and the overall/daily supervision of the Global DTM Coordinator (London), the successful candidate will integrate into the AKO unit.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Objective: Technical assistance in the production and review of information products and reports based on DTM and other data, with the aim of informing humanitarian, early recovery and public health programming in South Sudan. Development of R scripts for data cleaning, analysis and visualisation. It is expected that the intern will spend approximately 80% of their time supporting the DTM team in South Sudan.

Common to all interns in the AKO unit:

• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data, as tasked by the DTM unit, with a primary focus on South Sudan;
• Facilitate the logistical organization of webinars in support of the DTM unit to ensure regular internal and external updates on human mobility and displacement;
• If necessary, in coordination with DTM South Sudan provide updates on human mobility trends, changes and any other significant observations surrounding human mobility and displacement in South Sudan;
• Assist the DTM South Sudan and teams in London in the production and quality control of documents;
• Coordinate with other units of the global DTM support team to ensure continuity of functional workflows;
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the London team when needed with a primary focus on South Sudan;

Thematic focus: Support DTM South Sudan data analysis and reporting, automating data cleaning, analysis and visualisation through development of suitable R scripts.

• Develop R scripts for data cleaning, analysis and visualization of data collected by DTM in South Sudan, with a focus on location assessments and household/individual surveys;
• Provide support in analysis and interpretation of data as well as in review of DTM documents requiring remote assistance, with a primary focus on South Sudan;
• Draft and edit reports, dashboards and infographics presenting analysis of data collected by DTM in South Sudan, ensuring the products are accessible to non-technical audiences;
• Identify and synthesize relevant secondary data sources, contextualizing DTM data to inform humanitarian, early recovering and public health programming;
• Assist in the refinement of DTM’s data collection methodologies and questionnaires, identifying good practices and providing recommendations for improvement;
• Support technical training of other staff, including through the organization of dedicated webinars;
• Support any reporting activities related to DTM’s work in South Sudan;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned throughout the internship. 

III. COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

Excellent research, writing, communication and statistical/analytical skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; Accountability; Client Orientation; Continuous Learning; Communication; Creativity and Initiative; Planning and Organizing; Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation; Technological Awareness.

Behavioural

Strong and demonstrable knowledge and interest in migration, development economics, political economy of development, conflict studies, public health and/or humanitarian issues; personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility; ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a team and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds under tight deadlines.

Technical

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Experience working with R (programming language), including at least three of the following packages: dplyr, data.table, ggplot2, shiny, sf (or equivalent)
• Experience in quantitative research methods (statistical modelling, applied econometrics and/or machine learning)

Advantageous

• Experience using Adobe Suite (e.g. InDesign, Illustrator)
• Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS/QGIS
• Experience with other coding languages (e.g. Python) and relational databases (inc. SQL)
• Experience in qualitative research methods

IV. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Master’s degree from an accredited academic institution in a field of study related to Economics / Development Economics, Data Science, Political Science, Social Science, Development Studies, Public health, Epidemiology or other relevant disciplines with a significant quantitative component. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degrees with 2 years of relevant working experience.

V. LANGUAGES