National Consultant - Enumerator, services of collecting data in the field (Roster), IOM Moldova

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Reference code:  SVN2024-36

Open to External Candidates

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 and migrants.

Nature of the consultancy: Enumerator, services of collecting data in the field, Category B Consultancy

 Project Context and Scope: IOM Moldova operations are informed by qualitative and quantitative data on mobility, migration, and displacement. With the continuing war in neighboring Ukraine, as well as the EU accession agenda, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), through its Data and Research Unit, is aiming to reinforce its capacity to support authorities to provide assessment and monitoring activities to systematically track and analyze movements and displacement dynamics. This will involve scaling up when needed operational capacity to ensure timely and accurate data collection and analysis, enabling a comprehensive understanding of population needs and trends. IOM aims to provide actionable data to support effective decision-making and ensure that the needs of displaced and vulnerable populations are addressed promptly and efficiently.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: Data and Research Unit (DRU)

Category B Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract

1. Identify reliable sources of information/key informants to collect relevant information on inflows and outflows of migrants/internally displaced persons across official and unofficial border crossing points along the border with Ukraine;

2. Collect and compile the available field information on in and out flows and update it on hourly/daily/weekly basis;

3. Conduct Displacement Tracking Matrix survey and (if requested) registration, in a designated geographical area, according to the operation planning led by the DRU Team Leader/Focal Point;

4. Collect GPS points of official and unofficial (if any) border crossing points as well as of the collective centers/displacement sites and infrastructures;

5. Assess the situation in collective centers and camp-like settings through direct observation and triangulate the information to facilitate its analysis;

6. Ensure of the quality of the information collected by systematically verify and correct the questionnaire/form at the end of the interview/registration;

7. Liaise with various humanitarian, governmental partners and the displaced community in the field;

8. Report on a daily basis on the activities conducted and the realities/issues encountered to the DRU Team Leader/Focal Point and make relevant recommendations;

9. Respect IOM’s Data Protection Principles;

10. Perform other duties as they might be assigned.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results: The consultant’s performance will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

1. The ability to effectively perform data collection in the selected locations as outlined by the DRU Team Leader/Focal Point.

2. Achievement of the target number of surveys collected within the agreed timeframe.

3. Demonstrated responsibility and dependability in carrying out assigned tasks.

 Education, Experience and/or skills required

Education

High School diploma with one year of relevant experience performing the same responsibilities.

Experience

• Experience in data collection methods
• Experience in building and maintaining key informant networks
• Experience in using paper questionnaires and forms when conducting interviews
• Experience using computers, mobile phones, and/or tablets for data collection or data entry
• Experience with Kobo or other data collection software

Languages

Fluency in Russian and Romanian is required. Ukrainian is an advantage.

Travel required

N/A

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 – behavioral 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.

Other

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

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested applicants are invited to send CV and Cover Letter in English to: hrchisinau@iom.int

Please, indicate the position you are applying for and reference code in the subject line of your message.

Closing date for applications is 03 January 2025.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts the applications duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 20.12.2024 to 03.01.2025