Senior Programme Associate (DTM) at International Organization for Migration (IOM) - MY NGO JOBS

In the landscape of humanitarian response, high-level data coordination is the foundation upon which effective aid is built. Understanding the scale, movement, and needs of displaced populations requires not just data collection, but strategic oversight and sophisticated analysis to turn raw information into a roadmap for intervention. By taking on this senior leadership role within the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) team, you become a primary architect of the evidence-base that informs the United Nations and the Nigerian government in their mission to support millions of vulnerable individuals.

Job Summary

The Senior Programme Associate (DTM) is a high-level technical and administrative lead responsible for overseeing the implementation of displacement tracking activities across Nigeria. Working at a G-6 grade, you will provide advanced support to the DTM Programme Officer, managing complex workflows, supervising field teams, and ensuring the highest standards of data integrity and reporting. You will be a key driver in optimizing project performance and maintaining strategic partnerships with humanitarian stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Oversight and Project Management

Programme Implementation: Lead the planning and execution of DTM project cycles, ensuring all field activities are aligned with IOM global standards and donor requirements.
Team Leadership: Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior project assistants and field enumerators, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.
Performance Monitoring: Identify operational bottlenecks and delivery shortfalls proactively, developing and implementing corrective strategies to maintain project momentum.

Advanced Data and Reporting

Analytical Excellence: Oversee the compilation, synthesis, and high-level analysis of complex migration datasets to produce actionable insights.
Strategic Documentation: Draft and review sophisticated project reports, policy briefs, and presentations intended for high-level government and inter-agency stakeholders.
Visualization Oversight: Ensure the production of high-quality infographics and maps that clearly articulate displacement trends and humanitarian needs.

Administrative and Stakeholder Coordination

Financial Stewardship: Manage project budgets at an advanced level, verifying fund availability and ensuring compliance with UN financial rules and IPSAS standards.
Strategic Liaison: Serve as a key focal point for coordination with governmental authorities, UN agencies, and NGO partners to facilitate smooth project implementation and data sharing.
Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to IOM’s Data Protection Principles and ethical standards across all levels of the DTM operation.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education & Professional Experience

Option A: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field with at least four years of relevant professional experience.
Option B: A High School Diploma with at least six years of relevant professional experience in a senior administrative or project coordination role.
Leadership Track Record: Proven experience in a supervisory capacity within an international humanitarian organization or a governmental institution.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Migration Expertise: In-depth understanding of the global migration landscape and the specific displacement context in Nigeria.
System Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in UN programming, financial regulations, and complex project cycle management.
Communication: Masterful written and oral communication in English; the ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders is essential.
Analytical Tools: Mastery of MS Office (Advanced Excel/PowerPoint) and familiarity with data analysis software (SPSS, STATA, or similar).

Why This Job is Important

At the G-6 level, you are the technical “engine room” of the DTM. Your leadership ensures that the data produced is not only accurate but also strategically relevant. You bridge the gap between field-level data collection and high-level policy making, ensuring that the voices and needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) are represented in the halls of government and international diplomacy.

Benefits of Applying

Senior Career Milestone: Step into a G-6 graded role, a senior general service position within the UN system.
Influence & Impact: Directly shape the data products that drive millions of dollars in aid funding across Nigeria.
Professional Network: Build high-level connections across the UN, NGO, and Government sectors.
Stabilized Contract: Benefit from a Special Short Term (SST) contract (up to 9 months) with competitive UN-standard benefits.

Salary Expectations

This position offers a competitive salary according to the IOM Nigeria General Service (G-6) scale, which includes comprehensive health insurance and other UN-related benefits.

About the Organization

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading UN agency dedicated to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits both migrants and society. We work in the world’s most challenging environments to provide services and advice to governments and individuals, ensuring the protection and dignity of mobile populations. Our work in Nigeria is vital to the regional stability of West Africa, focusing on evidence-based humanitarian response and long-term development.

Position Details & Application

Location: Abuja, Nigeria (with travel to field locations)
Contract Type: Special Short Term (SST) – G-6
Closing Date: 24th December, 2025; 12:55 AM.

How to Apply

Qualified and senior-level candidates should submit their application via the IOM official portal: APPLY NOW

Tips for Applicants

Showcase Leadership: Your CV should not just list tasks; it should demonstrate where you have led teams, managed budgets, or improved organizational processes.
Highlight Stakeholder Management: Use examples of when you successfully navigated a difficult relationship with a government partner or another UN agency.
Data with Context: Don’t just say you know “data.” Explain how you have used data to influence a decision or change a project’s direction.