Position Title: Regional Information Management and Technology (IMT) Officer
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P4
Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 21 November 2024
Organizational Context and Scope:
IOM, UN Migration Agency in Nairobi, Kenya is looking for a Regional Information Management and Technology (IMT) Officer who will oversee activities between Headquarters and Country Offices and translate central requirements to enable Country Offices to implement corporate initiatives.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,
- University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.
- Certificate in project management (PMP or Prince2), Business Relationship Management, and/or IT service management (ITIL) is required.
- Certificate in any of the following: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA); Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist; Microsoft 365 Certified; Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals is distinct advantage.
- Relevant certification in networking, system and cloud computing is a distinct advantage.
Experience
- Experience in supervisory role and management of ICT functions in an international organization or an international agency in a field location; supporting humanitarian operations and emergency response, complex/post-conflict Country Office;
- Proven experience in engaging with diverse stakeholders at various level to understand business needs and translate to digital solutions;
- Progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer information systems;
- Hands on experience in modern data management and analytics and platforms such as databases, data warehouses, big data technologies Microsoft 365 and cloud-based solutions;
- Demonstrated ability in identifying opportunities for digital innovations and designing and implementing solutions to improve business processes;
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience in risk management, cybersecurity compliance and security control implementation and maintenance, cybersecurity incident response and recovery; and,
- Experience in overseeing and management of implementation of complex networks in multisite environments.
Skills
- A strong knowledge of working in complex humanitarian organization in the United Nations, or large Not-for-Profit organizations;
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and develop individuals, to work effectively and harmoniously within a team from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage resources, timelines, and budgets for efficient roll-out of IMT initiatives;
- Advanced oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate with business leaders and those with limited technical background effectively;
- Demonstrated experience in database management systems, data processing and web-based development, including proficiency with various development tools and reporting;
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential data in a professional, responsible and mature manner; and,
- Advanced knowledge of Windows Operating System, Network\Systems administration, TCP/IP, Telecoms, Network Protocols, Cisco devices, VPN, VoIP, MS Office 365 apps, Antivirus Software, and utilities.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and Portuguese is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
