Senior Visualisation Associate - ACDMS
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Afghanistan is implementing the ACDMS initiative, a Country Office-wide data management system. This system aims to harmonize program data standards, ensure secure and scalable data handling, and support evidence-informed decision-making. The Senior Visualisation Associate will operate under the direct supervision of the Data Analysis and Visualisation Officer, contributing to a unified dashboard ecosystem and promoting standardized visualization approaches across IOM Afghanistan programs.
Job Purpose
The Senior Visualisation Associate - ACDMS is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of a unified dashboard ecosystem across IOM Afghanistan programs. This role applies approved analytical, visualization, and information management standards to reduce duplication and standardize visualization approaches. The associate will develop and maintain ACDMS dashboards and support the implementation of country-wide dashboard visual identity standards, aligning with products from the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) and the Information Management Unit. The ACDMS initiative itself is designed to establish a centrally governed, secure, scalable, and interoperable platform that harmonizes program data standards, enhances data quality, and enables consistent data collection, validation, reporting, analysis, and decision-making, thereby reducing fragmentation and duplication.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include leading dashboard harmonization and consolidation across program portfolios to ensure consistency in indicators, definitions, and visualization approaches. The role involves developing, maintaining, and improving ACDMS dashboards and business intelligence products, managing their technical delivery, functionality, and performance. The associate will support the development and maintenance of country-wide dashboard visual identity, branding, and design standards, including reusable templates and UX/UI practices. Coordination with program managers and focal points is crucial to translate operational requirements into practical visualization products and recommend appropriate solutions. The position also entails maintaining dashboard integration with ACDMS databases and APIs, reviewing outputs for accuracy and quality, and developing automated visual reporting solutions. Furthermore, the role involves providing user support, training, and guidance, developing and implementing dashboard governance arrangements, and promoting innovation in business intelligence and data storytelling.
Work Experience
Required experience includes proficiency with Power BI, dashboard development, data modeling, business intelligence, and understanding visualization standards and information products. Experience in translating program requirements into dashboards, including quality assurance and maintenance, is essential. Experience with reporting automation and data integration is advantageous, as is experience supporting humanitarian or development programs.
Skills
Power BI, Dashboard Development, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence, Visualization Standards, Information Products, Reporting Automation, Data Integration, User Support, Training, Governance, Quality Assurance.