Overview
Information Management Specialist Jobs in Amman · Jordan at United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme
Mission and objectives
The UNRCO acts as the lead convener of the UN Country Team (UNCT) and coordinates collective work across UN agencies, funds and programmes in Jordan. Under the supervision of the Head of Office, the IM Specialist will work closely with the RCO team, UN agencies, government counterparts, development partners and other stakeholders.
The role includes responsibility for supporting interagency coordination, collaboration with development partners, monitoring progress against the Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs) , and maintaining information systems required for effective coordination. Expected as the key “data focal point” for the UN system in Jordan, the IM Specialist ensures that relevant development, and socio-economic data on UNCT’s and development partners’ priorities is collected, analysed, stored, updated and disseminated.
Context
The position is established to support the UN system in Jordan, under the Office of the United Nations Resident Coordinator (UNRCO). The Information Management (IM) Specialist will support the functioning of the Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO), and provide technical expertise in the design, development and implementation of information management systems to support UN and development partners’ coordination in Jordan.
Among key responsibilities are to: collect and analyze data to inform decision-making and planning processes; develop and maintain databases; produce maps and data visualizations; support reporting and dissemination of UN Country Team (UNCT) and development partners’ information; and provide guidance to the RCO on information management best practices.
Additional information:
National UN Expert Volunteers in Jordan are entitled to:
• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of JOD 1603.11;
• Annual and learning leaves;
• Free Medical and life insurance; and
• Free access to different learning platforms.
Task description
Under the Direct Supervision of the UNRCO Head of Office, the UN Volunteer will:
• Map development cooperation activities implemented by UN entities, bilateral and multilateral partners in Jordan and present the information in accessible and decision oriented formats
• Maintain databases and data collection tools to support development coordination and analysis
• Ensure data quality, consistency and comparability across information products
• Conduct data analysis to support strategic planning and reporting
• Support analytical processes and coordination of related analytical products
• Support the development of the new UN Country Analysis, including the use of AI tools and data analysis.
• Produce information products such as dashboards, infographics, maps, reports and presentations
• Maintain shared information platforms and ensure accessibility of information to partners
• Support coordination with information management focal points across the UN system and development partners
• Contribute to strengthening national and partner capacity in information management and data use
• Perform any other related duties as required by the office.
Title: Information Management Specialist
Company: United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme
Location: Amman · Jordan
