Information Management Specialist – LAC

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Fondo

MMC es una red global dedicada a la recopilación de datos, la investigación, el análisis y el desarrollo de políticas y programas sobre migración mixta, con centros regionales en África, Asia y el Pacífico, Europa y América Latina, y un equipo global con sede en Copenhague, Ginebra y Bruselas. .

MMC es una fuente líder de datos, investigaciones, análisis y experiencia independientes y de alta calidad. MMC tiene como objetivo aumentar la comprensión de la migración mixta, impactar positivamente las políticas migratorias globales y regionales, informar respuestas migratorias mixtas basadas en evidencia para personas en movimiento y estimular una visión de futuro en los debates públicos y políticos sobre la migración mixta. El enfoque general de MMC está en los derechos humanos y la protección de todas las personas en movimiento. Los tres objetivos generales del MMC son:

• Contribuir a una comprensión mejor, más matizada y equilibrada de la migración mixta (conocimiento)
• Contribuir a políticas y debates migratorios mejor informados y basados ​​en evidencia (política)
• Contribuir a respuestas efectivas de protección basadas en evidencia para las personas en movimiento (programación)

MMC es parte del Consejo Danés para los Refugiados (RDC). Si bien su vínculo institucional con la República Democrática del Congo garantiza que el trabajo del MMC se base en la realidad operativa, actúa como una fuente independiente de datos, investigación, análisis y desarrollo de políticas sobre migración mixta para formuladores de políticas, profesionales, periodistas y el sector humanitario en general.

Para obtener más información sobre MMC, visite nuestro sitio web (http://www.mixedmigration.org/).

MMC en América Latina y el Caribe

El centro regional de MMC para América Latina y el Caribe (MMC LAC) se estableció en 2019 y actualmente tiene su sede en Bogotá, Colombia. MMC LAC garantiza la producción de evidencia que llene los vacíos de información operativa e informe las respuestas basadas en evidencia sobre la migración mixta en la región. Trabaja en estrecha colaboración con los demás equipos del Consejo Danés para los Refugiados, así como con otras ONG internacionales, agencias de las Naciones Unidas y otros socios.

Desde 2019, MMC LAC lleva a cabo 4Mi, el proyecto de recopilación de datos primarios de MMC sobre migración mixta. 4Mi complementa otras iniciativas de recopilación de datos en América Latina, ya que recopila datos originales de primera mano directamente entre refugiados y migrantes, proporciona datos detallados pero cuantitativos sobre la variedad de experiencias de refugiados y migrantes, analiza datos continuamente y garantiza información actualizada. fecha información y permite cierto grado de comparación a lo largo del tiempo, ofrece datos a gran escala que permiten un análisis avanzado y contribuye a la base de evidencia para informar la programación.

En 2024/2025, MMC LAC proporcionará datos y análisis de alta calidad sobre la migración mixta en América del Norte, Central y del Sur a gobiernos, ONG y partes interesadas. Esto incluirá un análisis continuo de tendencias regionales y basadas en rutas en toda la región. Se llevará a cabo una recopilación de datos exhaustiva y específica para responder a lagunas de información específicas en la región sobre poblaciones vulnerables o dinámicas no abordadas. MMC será parte del Grupo de Trabajo de Gestión de Información de varias plataformas de coordinación y mejorará las políticas de migración mixta en la región proporcionando conocimiento, datos y experiencia a los formuladores de políticas, plataformas de coordinación, organismos regionales y estados.

Propósito general del rol

El propósito general del rol es servir como líder regional del equipo del Centro de Migración Mixta MMC América Latina y el Caribe (MMC LAC) en la gestión y análisis de datos cuantitativos recopilados por los encuestadores de 4Mi en los países de operaciones, así como otros Iniciativas de recolección de datos lideradas por MMC LAC (4Mi Cities, social media listening).

Under the supervision of the IM Team Leader and in close collaboration with the MMC Manager, the MMC Team Leader, and the rest of the MMC LAC team, the successful candidate will be responsible for data cleaning, management and analysis according to the SOPs. He/She will lead quantitative data management and visualisation, develop survey tools and methodologies, and draft research products based on quantitative data along with the Information Management Officer. He/She will be responsible to review and validate all quantitative research outputs. Contributing to better use of data, the post holder will also provide support on data collection and management trainings, support with enumerator network supervision, and support the team with administrative tasks, among other responsibilities. He/she will support the team in developing research designs and field planning for all new and existing projects and lead/support scoping missions across the regions. The successful candidate will also be responsible for developing the methodologies, tools and processes to implement data collection on social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, among others).

The post holder plays a key role within the team in ensuring high-quality standards for the data collected on a daily basis by the 4Mi. He/she will be a go-to person across the region and within the MMC global network for survey, data collection and data management questions. The IM Specialist will be responsible for the coordination with other MMC regions and with the global team in Geneva.

Responsibilities: (in bullet points)

Information management and data processing

• Lead on the management of 4Mi data: working with the IMO TL and 4Mi officer, ensure maintenance of the data collection platform, that data is safely stored and shared, well organized and retrievable, that data protection guidelines are met, and that quality is assured;
• Ensure collected data is migrated into datasets in appropriate formats (such as .dta or .csv or .nvp);
• Ensure the regular availability of clean datasets for the region and for global use: export data in appropriate formats, and ensure that data is regularly validated and cleaned with the IMO;
• Identify and implement changes to surveys at regional level and make suggestions to update surveys at global level as needed according to trends identified in data cleaning and validation;
• Lead IM and data processing in compliance with internal procedures;
• As regional focal point for 4Mi information management, work with the regional MMC Manager as well as colleagues across the 4Mi network to develop information management tools, and to improve information management and data processing standards for 4Mi (such as data management SOPs);

Survey design

• Revise the coding of the survey as required, and in line with MMC standards, coordinating with the 4Mi Global Coordinator as relevant;
• Develop new surveys and/or modules according to the MMC LAC research agenda, with the 4Mi team and the Research team;
• Design new data collection methodologies with the 4Mi team and the research team, according to the MMC LAC research agenda.

Data collection

• Ensure the maintenance of the electronic data collection solution;
• Support the training of 4Mi enumerators on the questionnaire and the data collection software; including travel to field locations;
• Support the 4Mi team when relevant to conduct field missions to deploy new 4Mi surveys and/or modules, observe 4Mi enumerators and provide technical feedback and support as needed, including identifying the need for retraining/additional training;
• Develop new research design modalities and methods as needed per project;
• Provide backstopping to the 4Mi team when needed to provide feedback and support to 4Mi enumerators to ensure the quality of the data.
• Lead the development of social media listening methodologies, tools and processes to implement data collection on social media (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, among others).

Data analysis and creation of knowledge products

• Support with and train others on the visualization of data, including GIS data, using relevant software such as QGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Excel, Affinity
• Lead the quantitative analysis data of 4Mi data using relevant software applications such as Excel, STATA, R and/or Python in support to the Research agenda;
• In liaison with the regional 4Mi team, conduct quantitative analysis to create both visual and written material (including maps) for use in presentations, on the MMC website, in 4Mi snapshots, and other products;
• Develop dashboards presenting data for internal and external use at regional level;
• Propose analytical themes based on data trends;
• Lead on the drafting of snapshots and other quantitative analytical products;
• Lead on the review and finalization of all quantitative research products.

Technical supervision (if applicable following successful recruitment of additional staff)

• Provide technical line supervision, guidance and support to the Information Management Assistant/Officer;
• Participate in recruitment and contribute to performance appraisals of Information Management Assistant/Officer.

Team support

• Develop and adapt tools for tracking data quality, survey targets, enumerator feedback, and other data points to support effective information management;
• As needed and as possible, provide trainings to team on information management skills and tools, such as the PowerBi application used for dashboards;
• Assist the team with administrative or any other tasks related to the 4Mi.

As this is a Specialist-level position, the successful candidate is expected to work with a high level of autonomy and outputs are expected to be extremely high calibre for external partners, donors, researchers and other migration stakeholders.

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• At least three years of experience working in quantitative research;
• Demonstrated experience in data management, cleaning, validation, storage;
• Demonstrated experience with electronic data collection procedures and solutions (ODK, Kobo, Qualtrics, ONA, SurveyCTO);
• Demonstrated experience in the training and supervision of data collection teams;
• Demonstrated experience contributing to the development of survey tools and methodologies;
• Demonstrated experience in conducting quantitative analysis (using a relevant software application such as Excel, STATA, SPSS, R, Python) and drafting analysis based on quantitative data;
• Demonstrated experience in conducting social media listening initiatives (web scrapping, big data analysis and interpretation);
• Demonstrated experience in data visualization applications such as PowerBi;
• Experience in GIS theory and GIS software (including QGIS, ArcGIS, CARTODB…) is an asset;
• Demonstrated understanding of current mixed migration debates and dynamics in the region is an asset;
• Previous experience working with international NGOs is an asset;
• Enthusiastic about learning, pushing limits, and finding new solutions;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly writing for external publications;
• Strong attention to details and rigor in dealing with quantitative data and analysis.

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

• Advanced Degree in statistics, economics, data analysis, or any relevant computer science degree.

All functions within DRC require the incumbent to master DRC's core competencies:

• Achieving Excellence: focusing on delivering results and ensuring efficient processes

• Collaboration: engaging relevant parties and encouraging feedback

• Taking Initiative: taking ownership and initiative while seeking innovation

• Communication: listening and speaking effectively and honestly

• Demonstrating Integrity: acting in accordance with DRC's vision and values

We offer:

• The opportunity to be part of one of the best NGOs worldwide.

• Access to over 1,000 free online training courses and certificates.

• Prepaid health insurance, covering 100% of the policy for the employee and special rates for beneficiaries.

• National fixed-term contract for six months, with all legal benefits, renewable for six months, which could transition to an indefinite-term contract, depending on funding and performance.

• Salary position: G2 non-manager, starting at COP $ $ 5.568.000 depending on candidate's experience and competence.

• Estimated start date: May 1st, 2024.

• Salary and conditions according to Colombian employment terms.

Application Process:

Todos los solicitantes deberán presentar una carta de presentación (1 página) y un currículum actualizado (que no exceda las 3 páginas) en español o inglés.

Fecha límite de solicitud: 20 de marzo de 2024.