Sr. Migration Health Project Assistant (Data Analysis) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Senior Migration Health Project Assistant (Data Analysis)

Duty Station : IOM Philippines – Country Office (Marawi)

Classification : General Service Staff, Grade G-7

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 07 February 2025

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (HoSO) in Marawi and direct supervision of the National Migration Health Project Officer (MERLA), the successful candidate is responsible and accountable for supporting the fulfilment of quality implementation of IOM’s health programming in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The candidate is expected to work closely with Ministry of Health (MOH) – BARMM and its local constituents especially in Maguindanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte, and Special Geographic Area (SGA) to coordinate quality data collection, analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the project, in line with IOM standards, policies and commitments.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret and analyze data using appropriate statistical and analytical techniques including through the following:
• Clean and organize raw data, ensuring data reliability, and prepare them for analysis;
• Conduct exploratory data analysis examining variance and datasets that provides different narratives, trends and outliers;
• Identify data trends and analytic opportunities through data visualization that can inform and drive project innovations;
• Suggest data collection and analytics activities that optimize statistical efficiency and quality
• Primary support for knowledge building and management including through the following:
• Identify sources of data, information and verification, related to project implementation;
• Support the data collection and data validation methods of IOM projects through communication with project partners with some site visits.
• Identify and document synthesis of good practices and lessons learned directly linked to the project;
• Conduct quality assurance for all knowledge projects verifying technical soundness and compliance with IOM policies.
• Contribute to the effective implementation of Data Quality Control (DQC)/ Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities such as but not limited to needs and capacity assessment, technical training, monitoring and feedbacking, evaluation, research advocacy and opportunities, collaborating, learning and adapting sessions, with technical guidance from National Migration Health Officer (MERLA).
• Provide direct technical support to implementing MERLA, with guidance from National Migration Health Officer (MERLA), to identify corrective actions and promote continuous learning and adaptation for all components of the health programming.
• Support the designing of efficient data storage, data generation, and data sharing practices, while developing and maintaining updated and reliable project databases to securely store and manage project data, ensuring data integrity. Plan and implement, with technical guidance form MERLA Officer, capacity building activities to staff and partners on MERLA, including through the development of training activity design and training and evaluation materials.
• Analyse project indicators, accomplishments, evaluation test scores, statistics and data, and support the timely submission of results-based reports and updates in accordance with IOM and donor requirements.
• Support the operationalization of the Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) framework and mechanism and the integration of Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) strategies with technical guidance from PSEA Officer.
• Undertake duty travels in support of the programme and perform other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• University degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics or analytics, engineering, data science, social sciences, or health statistic-related disciplines from an accredited academic institution with five (5) years of relevant experience; or
• High school degree with minimum seven (7) years of relevant professional experience.
• Relevant accreditation/certification or formal training in areas related to health information, monitoring and evaluation, research methodologies, and data analysis is a distinctive asset.
• Relevant accreditation/certification or formal training in areas related to health information, procurement and supply chain management, health financing and governance, and health insurance system is a distinctive asset.

Experience

• Experience in programme support, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and coordination of public health activities;
• Experience in the public health and/or health sciences sectors; implementation of health program, health information systems, or health analytics, a distinctive asset;
• Experience in humanitarian or development operations and/or Government Social or Health Services; and
• Experience in liaising with government counterparts, including those in DOH and/or BARMM Ministries.

Skills

• Proficiency in statistical software and data management tools;
• Excellent analytical, communication, research, writing, and GIS mapping skills with strong computer literacy, especially advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Offices;
• Strong familiarity with the context of BARMM and surrounding areas, knowledge of the issues and programs related to Health Systems at the National and Local (Mindanao) level is highly desirable.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Filipino (oral and written)

Desirable

• Working knowledge of any BARMM language.

Notes: Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies

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

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Shows compassion for others, and makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – Behavioural Indicators level 2

• Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – Behavioural Indicators

• Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Notes

• 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 and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
• Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.