Data Analyst Consultant

Project Context and Scope

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is one of the most dynamic migration corridors globally, serving as a point of origin, transit, and destination for millions of migrants. Despite the significance of migration in the region, challenges persist in the availability, quality, comparability, and use of migration data. This assessment, proposed by IOM MENA through its Regional Data Hub (RDH), aims to strengthen national and regional migration data systems by identifying gaps, assessing capacities, and informing a roadmap for improved data availability, harmonization, and use. The assessment will adopt a mixed-methods approach combining desk reviews, key informant interviews, surveys, and stakeholder consultations and will be conducted in coordination with IOM Country Offices, national statistical offices, and relevant ministries. Thematic areas include labor migration, forced displacement, diaspora, remittances, return migration, border management, human trafficking and smuggling, and migrant protection. The assessment will result in country-level data profiles, a regional synthesis report, a migration data roadmap, and policy briefs to support evidence-based policymaking and regional cooperation.
 

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
Regional Data Hub (RDH), IOM MENA Regional Office, Project: (CCMD, RMGP), Strategic alignment: IOM Strategic Vision 2019–2023, Migration Data Strategy 2020–2025, and MENA Regional Strategy. Tasks to be performed under this contract
First deliverable – Submission of Inception Report including methodology and work plan aligned with the objectives: mapping data sources, stakeholders, and institutional frameworks.
Deliverable by email by 31 July 2025 payment to be paid within 15 days of receipt and approval of the required deliverable.   Second deliverable – Conduct Country-level and regional level assessments (separate chapters in report) identifying challenges, best practices, and capacity gaps in migration data collection, sharing, and use Deliverable by email by 15 August 2025 payment to be paid within 15 days of receipt and approval of the required deliverable   Third deliverable – Submission of first Draft Regional Synthesis Report and Migration Data Roadmap, addressing regional coordination and harmonization opportunities Concept note and agenda for capacity development workshop.
Deliverable by email by 15 September 2025 payment to be paid within 15 days of receipt and approval of the required deliverable.

Final deliverable – Submission of Final Regional Synthesis Report, Migration Data Roadmap, and policy briefs with actionable recommendations and conduct 1 capacity development workshop to present findings.
Deliverable by email by 15 October 2025 payment to be paid within 15 days of receipt and approval of the required deliverable.   Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Timely submission of all deliverables according to the agreed schedule.
• Quality and clarity of the inception report, including a well-defined methodology and work plan.
• Depth and accuracy of country-level migration data profiles and stakeholder mappings.
• Relevance and feasibility of recommendations provided in the Migration Data Roadmap.
• Analytical rigor and coherence of the Regional Synthesis Report.
• Responsiveness to feedback from IOM and stakeholders during the validation process.
• Alignment of outputs with IOM’s strategic frameworks (e.g., GCM, SDGs, Migration Data Strategy).
• Effectiveness of communication and collaboration with IOM teams and national counterparts.

Education & Experience

• Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) in Migration Studies, Statistics, Demography, Data Science, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in migration data analysis, research, or policy development, preferably in the MENA region.
• Proven experience in conducting assessments, evaluations, or research related to migration data systems or governance.
• Previous experience of working with National Statistics Offices and RECS an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and produce high-quality analytical reports.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Arabic or French is an asset.

Languages   IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.   Travel required

• At least one travel is required to the MENA region during the Consultancy to present the finding of the final report.

Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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.

Notes

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
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