Information Management Officer
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
The Information Management Officer supports the coordination and operationalization of the Bangladesh Country Office's central information management ecosystem and the Cox's Bazar Information Management Pool. The Officer strengthens programme and sector information systems, data standards, reporting, quality assurance, analysis, visualization and GIS. This ensures that timely, reliable, and accessible evidence is available for programme planning, performance monitoring, humanitarian coordination, emergency response, resource allocation, and management decision-making. The role is crucial for leveraging data to drive effective programming and strategic decisions within UNICEF's operations in Bangladesh, particularly in the Cox's Bazar area.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of information management strategies and systems for the Bangladesh Country Office and the Cox's Bazar Information Management Pool. - Strengthen programme and sector information systems, ensuring data integrity, standardization, and accessibility. - Enhance data quality assurance processes to guarantee the reliability of information used for decision-making. - Facilitate data analysis and visualization to present key findings and trends effectively. - Support the integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for spatial analysis and mapping of programme activities and needs. - Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders. - Contribute to the coordination of information management efforts during humanitarian responses and emergency situations. - Provide technical support and capacity building to staff on information management tools and best practices. - Collaborate with various programme sections and partners to understand their information management requirements and provide tailored solutions. - Maintain and update information management databases and platforms. - Contribute to the development of data standards and protocols for the country office. - Support the monitoring and evaluation of programme performance through robust data management.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in information management, data analysis, or a related field is required. Experience in humanitarian settings or with UN agencies is an asset.
Skills
Information Management Systems, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, GIS, Reporting, Quality Assurance, Database Management, Programme Planning, Performance Monitoring, Humanitarian Coordination, Emergency Response, Capacity Building