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 International Organization for Migration, Mission with Regional Function Nairobi

Rhapta Road, WestlandsP.O.Box 55040, 00200 Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: (254) 20 4444 174. Fax: (254) 20 4449 577.

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OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Vacancy No: IOM/028/11

Functional Title: Database Assistant

Grade: G4/01

Duty Station: Nairobi (Kenya)

Duration of Assignment: 6 months special-all inclusive contract

General functions:

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Representative of MRF Nairobi and under the

direct supervision of the Project Manager - Capacity Building for Somalia (CBS) the

successful candidate will produce and disseminate various information classified into a

database. The Database Assistant is responsible for collecting, analyzing, investigating,

managing and distributing composite information associated with the CBS project in Somalia

within the context of the overall efforts of capacity building and management of migration

for Somalia. He/she is also responsible for analyzing baseline and monitoring data and

creating new measurements into IOM work-plans and systems.

Essential functions

1.  In consultation with Public Information Unit and project staff, assist drafting of the

following documents for CBS -responses to inquiries from the general public,

Japanese Embassy/Government of Japan, and the media on the IOM CBMM

program, practices, and any other general information requests.

2.  Assist or prepare periodical updates on CBS project activities throughout Somalia for

dissemination to the Government of Japan and IOM internally. Reports will be based

on the analysis of information collected from meetings, reports and other sources.

3.  Assist in the review of program implementation and contribute to prepare and

formulate quarterly reports.

4.  In cooperation with project staff, ensure grant monitoring information is included in

the Access Database, and that accurate reporting of all grants is carried out.

Analyze baseline and monitoring data to determine which further assessments may

be needed.

5.  Design and coordinate data collection, analyze the results, and present clear findings

to implementers, beneficiaries, counterparts, the management of IOM and the

Government of Japan.

6.  Oversee data collection and manage system to store and analyze data

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Rhapta Road, WestlandsP.O.Box 55040, 00200 Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: (254) 20 4444 174. Fax: (254) 20 4449 577.

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7.  Assist in developing program strategies and direction by providing relevant

information status

8.  Develop project maps based on the projects within the database

9.  Perform other duties as may be required from time to time.

Desirable Qualifications (Educational experience and competencies):-

1.  Higher Diploma in Information Technology, Mathematics or business related field

2.  At least three years professional work experience in database development and

database management

3.  Demonstrated communication and writing skills; keen attention to detail

4.  GPS experience is an advantage

5.  Self-driven and able to deliver results with minimum supervision

6.  Willingness to travel extensively within the region, work extended periods in the

field and interact effectively with partners

7.  Required IOM functional competencies: effective communicator, successful

negotiator, creative and analytical thinker, active learner, team player, and cross

cultural facilitator.8.  Highly proficient in Ms Word, Excel, Access, Power-point and the use of Internet for

research

9.  Kenyan National with valid passport

10. Fluency in both English and Kiswahili. Ability to speak and write Somali is an

advantage

How to apply:

Submit cover Letter and CV including daytime telephone and email address to: International

Organization for Migration (IOM), Human Resources Department, PO Box 55040-00200

Nairobi – or – send by email to hrnairobi@iom.int 

Closing Date: 8TH

April 2011