Turkey: Consultant (Data Visualization)

Position title: Consultant (Data Visualization)

Duty station: Gaziantep, Turkey

Appointment type: Consultancy

Contract duration: Three (3) months

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Following the adoption of the 2014 UN Security Council Resolution 2165, UN agencies and their partners were authorized to provide Cross-Border humanitarian relief inside of Syria. With the support of our donors, IOM provides assistance to Syrians through cross border operations from Turkey. Moreover, IOM implements a set of tools and methods to track and assess affected populations for the purpose of providing assistance. Eight years into the crisis, the humanitarian situation has continued to deteriorate in Syria with intensified fighting, high levels of violence, and widespread disregard for the rules of international law.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office (ESEM Region) and direct supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for designing templates which can be used for external and internal products as well as developing and delivering a training for the programme team.

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Review existing products and using feedback from stakeholders, create automated Adobe templates for regular publications, such as mobility and services monitoring reports.

2. Work closely with the Reporting Team to design and develop products that illustrate new displacement trends or other rapid information updates.

3. Define product visual identity, and ensure all documents are harmonized along the programme brand identity, and in line with the latest IOM style guide.

4. Provide training for staff on Adobe Software and implementing newly designed analysis tools.

5. Perform such other duties as may be required.

Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment

• Produce visual products to creatively translate technical and program-related content into visually compelling digital and print products

• Support in the review and design products;

• Produce and create automized data visualization tools to be used in the programme products;

• Train and provide technical coaching and support to the Team;

• Create and deliver staff development training on:

· Intermediate-level Adobe Illustrator and InDesign: Creating a design, combining shapes and paths, product development, creating user-friendly and descriptive infographics, standardizing report layout, etc.

· Introduction of new tools, including instruction on the harmonization between data and Adobe Illustrator templates.

Product development

Product review and tool development will be completed using various computer programs including, word, excel (for the data analysis), ArcGIS, InDesign and Illustrator for the visualization.

Performance indicators for evaluation of results

The Consultant (Data Visualization) will be measured according to his/her work and ability to produce the products and training in a timely manner. Performance indicators would be such as:

· Development of data visualization processes;

· Regular engagement with Reporting Team to improve on visual product development;

· Timely submission of proposed training agenda;

· Conduct intermediate-level training of Adobe Illustration and InDesign, as well as present data visualization tools.

IV. Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

· Master’s degree in Art, Graphic Design, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution with three years of relevant professional experience; or

· University degree in the above fields with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

· Relevant experience in Data visualization training and tool development;

· Experience integrating analytical software (such as R or SPSS) with mapping components;

· Experience in editing and designing infographics, maps and other data analysis platforms using Adobe Illustrator;

V. Languages

Required

Fluency in English is required.

Working knowledge of Turkish or Arabic is an advantage.

VI. Competencies**[1]**

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

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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.

Core Competencies– behavioural indicators level 2

• 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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies– behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

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Notes[2]**

The consultant must adhere to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Data Protection Principles (IN/138) and maintain confidentiality.

The consultant will be responsible to follow IOM writing guidelines and latest glossaries in all given assignments for accurate translation.

The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

No late applications will be accepted.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications with the updated CV and cover letter to hrgaziantep@iom.int with the subject line

Application: Consultant (Data Visualization) by 04 December 2019 at the latest.