International Migration Data Governance Specialist

About the role

IOM is recruiting a consultant for the Awda Amina Phase II project in Iraq, funded by the European Union, and the project on strengthening data systems for internally displaced persons referral systems, funded by the UN Internal Displacement Solutions Fund. The consultant provides technical and policy support to IOM staff on migration and displacement data governance, under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DTM and Research) and the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office (Erbil). Drafting, managerial and decision-making functions remain with IOM staff.

Key responsibilities

• Draft a framework for data ownership, access, sharing and use, and guidelines complying with national policies and international data protection best practice
• Draft MoUs between ministries and the Central Statistical Office, and data-sharing protocols between Federal and KRG authorities
• Draft a Data Integration Framework linking migration management digital infrastructure with the National Referral Mechanism
• Draft a national framework for statistical definitions and concepts, and develop standardized indicators for consistency across agencies
• Use secondary data analysis to inform policy and help Iraq take part in international migration data forums
• Recommend improved data analysis and reporting, prepare briefing materials for workshops, and support the publication of periodic statistics online
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• Master's degree in law, economics, political science, public policy, demography/statistics or a related field with at least five years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with seven years
• Proven experience in migration data governance with government bodies, international organizations or think tanks
• Familiarity with the Iraqi context and government institutions
• Fluency in Arabic and English; excellent command of English required

Required skills

• Familiarity with international statistical standards such as the International Recommendations on IDP Statistics and the Recommendations on Statistics of International Migration and Temporary
• Familiarity with IOM's Data Protection Principles and other international data protection frameworks
• Strong writing and communication skills, including drafting policy frameworks, guidelines and technical standards, and facilitating multi-stakeholder workshops