Reporting and Data analyst DTM Assistant

Description

Position Title: ​​​​Reporting and Data analyst DTM​ Assistant

Duty Station City: Caracas
Duty Station Country: Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Grade: UG

Contract Type: Special Short-Term ungraded
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: until 31 december 2026

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered 

• First-tier candidates: Internal candidates.

• Second tier candidates include: All external candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

​The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing and presenting data collected through DTM and other emergency assessment activities, with a focus on affected populations, mobility, displacement, needs, temporary shelters and operational gaps. The role will contribute to timely evidence-based decision-making by IOM, national authorities, United Nations agencies, humanitarian partners and other relevant stakeholders, ensuring that reports and information products are accurate, coherent and aligned with DTM standards and IOM reporting requirements. 

Responsibilities

1. ​​Draft, coordinate and quality assure regular analytical reports, situation updates, briefs, dashboards, maps, statistical tables, presentations and other information products related to the Venezuela Earthquake response.
2. ​Analyse and interpret primary and secondary data from DTM, rapid needs assessments, mobility tracking, registration activities and partner sources, focusing on affected populations, displacement, mobility, temporary shelters, priority needs and service gaps.
3. ​Support the design, review and harmonization of data collection tools, indicators and reporting templates, ensuring alignment with DTM standards, IOM requirements and relevant inter-agency frameworks.
4. ​Conduct desk reviews and contextual analysis to complement assessment findings, identify information gaps and support evidence-based planning, advocacy and operational decision-making.
5. ​Coordinate closely with field teams, data collection teams and relevant technical units to ensure timely data flow, validation of findings and consistent interpretation of results as required.
6. ​Liaise with national and local authorities, United Nations agencies, humanitarian partners, clusters/sectors and other stakeholders on DTM, reporting and information management matters, and participate in relevant coordination meetings as required.
7. ​Support the dissemination and adaptation of information management tools and products to meet the needs of IOM, authorities and humanitarian partners.
8. ​Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues involved in data collection, analysis, visualization and reporting, as required.
9. ​Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned.​ 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• ​​Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Information Management, Data Science, Geography, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or,
• ​High School diploma with five years of relevant professional experience.​ 

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• ​​Experience in humanitarian information management, assessment, reporting, data analysis or related functions in emergency or crisis response contexts.
• ​Experience with DTM, rapid needs assessments, mobility tracking, displacement analysis, registration data or other large-scale data collection efforts in development or humanitarian contexts is an advantage.
• ​Experience liaising with governmental authorities, United Nations agencies, non-governmental organizations, donors and other humanitarian stakeholders in a multicultural setting is an advantage.
• ​Experience drafting analytical reports, situation reports, briefing notes, dashboards or other information products for operational and external audiences.
• ​Experience in data visualization and use of statistical, mapping or dashboard tools is an advantage. 

Skills

• ​Strong analytical, drafting and editing skills, including the ability to translate complex data into clear, concise and actionable findings.
• ​Knowledge of DTM methodologies, humanitarian assessment approaches, information management standards and data protection principles.
• ​Ability to produce high-quality reports, visualizations and briefing materials under tight deadlines in emergency settings.
• ​Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Kobo/ODK, GIS or statistical software is an advantage.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

REQUIRED: For this position, fluency in ​Spanish and English​ is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE: ​​Working knowledge of Portuguese, French or another UN official language is an advantage.​ 

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process

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

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

•  IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.

•  This vacancy is only available for local citizens or foreigners with right of residence and right to work in the country.

• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies