National Disaster Risk Reduction Information Management Officer

Under the overall supervision of the Climate Action Unit lead, the incumbent will provide results- oriented information management support in line with the outputs outlined below.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1. Coordination of Project Task Force with IOM and Sindh Planning & Development Board Representatives
1. Provide technical coordination and facilitate regular coordination meetings with OM and Sindh Planning and Development Board representatives.
2. Infrastructure Mapping and Functionality Research Design, Data Collection & Information Management
1. Provide technical inputs to the development of research methodologies and tool design for DRR infrastructure mapping and functionality assessment in coordination with Sindh Planning & Development Board.
2. Manage data collection of IOM enumerators - ensuring quality control for data collection exercise.
3. Consolidate data into information management repository with data quality protocols.
3. Integrated Infrastructure and Intervention Dataset
1. Map and structure existing datasets related to existing and planned infrastructure and development interventions in Sujawal District with clear data quality protocols.
2. Conduct technical validation and harmonization of infrastructure and intervention datasets incorporating inputs from government counterparts.
3. Quality assured datasets prepared for visualization and analysis.
4. Analytical and Reporting Outputs
1. Overlay infrastructure and intervention dataset with remote sensing based hydrological and land management analysis conducted by IOM GIS personnel.
2. Prepare technical inputs for a district level analytical brief or policy note on targeting DRR and climate resilience priorities in Sujawal.
3. Develop evidence-based information products supporting PC-I/ PC-II preparation and planning discussions led by Sindh Planning & Development Board.
5. Dashboard and Information Products
1. Develop and maintain user-friendly dashboards visualizing validated data for planning and coordination purposes.
2. Prepare maps, tables, and visual summaries tailored for non-technical Government and programme stakeholders.
6. Capacity Building and Handover Package
1. Provide technical support to the delivery of technical orientations/ capacity building for government counterparts on use of dashboard and allied information management systems.
2. Develop SOPs, user guides, and handover documentation to support sustainability and transition.

Required Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution in Information Management, Social Sciences, Geography, Development Studies, or a related field with four years of professional experience; or,
• Master’s degree in above-mentioned fields with two years of professional experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in information management, data analysis, or programme IM support.

• Experience working with government counterparts and development or DRR related programmes.
• Experience in analytical and technical reporting, including the drafting and finalisation of assessment reports and other publication ready analytical products. 
• Experience integrating pre-analysed data, tables, and visual elements into clear and coherent reports in line with established templates and quality standards. 
• Experience working in the same local context. 
• Familiarity with climate resilience and disaster risk reduction programming.
• Prior experience with UN agencies or international organizations is an advantage.

Advantageous:

• Prior experience working with UN agencies, particularly within multi-partner or consortium-based programmes.

• Familiarity with UN risk management, procurement, due diligence, accountability to affected populations, protection mainstreaming, monitoring and evaluating, and sustainability and exit processes.
• Strong understanding of the vulnerabilities experienced by diverse population groups in Pakistan, and mobility dynamics, with relevance to climate change.

SKILLS:

• Advanced and demonstrable proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator for the production of clear, coherent, and publication-ready analytical reports and information products is a requirement. 
• Strong analytical and data-handling skills, including Excel-based analysis using formulas and pivot tables, to support reporting, data verification, and quality control are a requirement. 
• Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple reporting tasks independently while meeting established deadlines. 
• Strong written communication skills and attention to editorial consistency, ensuring compliance with templates, branding, and reporting standards. 
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, delivering accurate and high-quality outputs under time constraints. 
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as Power BI is an asset. 

LANGUAGE:

REQUIRED

• For this position, fluency in English and Urdu is required (oral and written)

DESIRABLE

• Working knowledge of Sindhi or other languages spoken in Northern Sindh, Southern Punjab and Eastern Baluchistan is an advantage

COMPETENCIES:

• The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
• 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:

• 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:

Only short-listed candidates who match the required criteria for the position will be contacted.

IOM provides equal opportunity to all qualified female and male including the physically challenged candidates.