M&E Data Collection Consultant

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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

Project Context and Scope

IOM Moldova’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Information Management (IM) Unit, which is part of the Program Support Unit, plays a critical role across the mission, interfacing with program divisions and senior management to support the mission's objectives. The unit's work encompasses a broad range of activities designed to enhance program effectiveness, Information management, accountability, and knowledge sharing. In terms of supporting the program divisions, M&E Unit is researching feedback from people, whether local community or refugees, who received assistance or services according to different programs. Since feedback from beneficiaries is crucial for understanding assistance impact, satisfaction and further needs or suggestions, collecting quality data is a very important step and requirement in the workflow of supporting program divisions.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Information Management (IM) Unit, part of the Program Support Unit.

Category B Consultants: Tasks to be performed under this contract a. Attend training sessions b. Conduct CATI and CAPI Interviews c. Administer questionnaires accurately d. Collect observational data e. Ensure ethical conduct f. Use digital tools g. Submit data promptly h. Report issues to supervisors i. Report urgent cases to supervisors for further referral. j. Travel when necessary

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results a. Productivity: Number of completed interviews per day/week b. Data Quality: Consistency of responses across similar items (spot-checked by supervisor) c. Ethical Compliance: Rate of informed consent properly obtained – 100%

Education, Experience, and/or skills required. High School diploma with one year of relevant experience performing the same responsibilities. • 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

Travel required Should the Consultant be required to travel by the Organization, the Consultant will be provided with transportation or reimbursed for the cost of their travel following advance agreement and in accordance with IOM’s travel policies, including IN/6. If required to undergo official duty travel (TDY) outside their duty station, the Consultant:

• will receive a Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) according to IOM’s established rates, during their stay in the place of duty while on TDY.

Required Competencies

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

• 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.

Qualifications

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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