Description
IOM is seeking an International Migration Data Governance Specialist to contribute to the 'Awda Amina Phase II: Strengthening Migration Governance in Iraq' project and the 'Strengthening Data Systems to Improve the Management of Internally Displaced Persons Referral Systems in Iraq' project.
The specialist will provide technical support and policy-development support to IOM staff working on migration and displacement data governance initiatives. This includes drafting technical and policy documents, supporting technical consultations and workshops, and identifying technical and policy challenges.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the development of a structured framework for managing migration and displacement data across government ministries and agencies in Iraq
- Provide technical support and draft guidelines for data ownership, access, sharing, and utilization
- Develop technical data guidelines and standardized indicators to ensure consistency and comparability across different governmental agencies
- Utilize secondary data analysis to inform and enhance policy development
- Prepare briefing materials and provide technical support to IOM staff for intra- and inter-ministerial workshops
The ideal candidate will have:
- Master's degree in law, economics, political science, public policy, demography/statistics, or a related field with at least five years of relevant professional experience
- Proven experience in migration data governance through previous work with government bodies, international organizations, or think tanks
- Familiarity with international statistical standards and data protection frameworks
- Strong writing and communication skills
The consultancy is expected to last for 6 months, with a possibility of extension up to 11 months.