Senior Visualisation Associate – ACDMS

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context: 

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (DTM), the direct supervision of the Data Analysis and Visualisation Officer and in close coordination with the Database and Information Management Officer, the Head of Programmes and Programme Managers, the Senior Visualisation Associate – ACDMS will be responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of a unified dashboard ecosystem across IOM Afghanistan programmes, applying approved analytical, visualisation and information-management standards. The position will support the reduction of duplication and standardisation of visualisation approaches; develop and maintain ACDMS dashboards; and support the implementation and maintenance of approved Country Office (CO)-wide dashboard visual identity standards, in alignment with information products produced by Displacement Tracking Matirx (DTM) and the wider Information Management Unit.

ACDMS is a Country Office (CO)-wide institutional data management initiative intended to establish a centrally governed, secure, scalable and interoperable platform that harmonises programme data

standards and supports consistent data collection, validation, case and referral workflows, reporting, analysis, coordination, oversight and evidence-informed decision-making. The system is designed to reduce fragmentation and duplication, strengthen data quality and accountability, and enable programme-specific modules within a common architecture and governance framework.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Lead dashboard harmonisation and consolidation across programme portfolios, promoting consistency in the application of approved indicators, definitions, structures and visualisation approaches, in coordination with relevant programme and technical counterparts, and contributing to reliable and standardised information products across programmes.
2. Develop, maintain and improve ACDMS dashboards and business intelligence products, with responsibility for the day-to-day technical delivery, functionality, usability, performance and maintenance of assigned dashboards, and make routine technical and design decisions within established standards and requirements.
3. Support the development and maintenance of approved CO-wide dashboard visual identity, branding and design standards, including reusable templates and consistent UX/UI practices, in coordination with the Data Analysis and Visualisation Officer.
4. Coordinate with Programme Managers and focal points to translate operational requirements into practical visualisation products, clarify requirements and recommend appropriate visualisation solutions within the approved analytical and reporting framework, and support the timely delivery of products that respond to programme needs.
5. Coordinate with the National Information Management and Database Officer – ACDMS to support the alignment of dashboards with approved programme workflows, indicators, definitions and reporting requirements, while identifying and resolving routine data or workflow issues affecting dashboard outputs.
6. Maintain dashboard integration with ACDMS databases, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and other approved data sources, contributing to stable data refresh, system integration and overall dashboard performance in coordination with the Database and Developer Associate – ACDMS and other ACDMS colleagues.
7. Review indicators, calculations, visualisations and dashboard outputs for consistency, accuracy and quality, and support their compliance with agreed quality-assurance standards and publication requirements.
8. Develop automated visual reporting solutions, executive dashboards and management reporting tools to improve reporting efficiency, accessibility and decision-making, while reducing manual reporting requirements.
9. Support the alignment of ACDMS dashboards with DTM analytical and visualisation standards, working closely with the Data Analysis and Visualisation Officer to apply agreed methodologies, maintain consistency across products, and refer complex analytical or visualisation issues for technical guidance.
10. Provide dashboard user support, onboarding, training and guidance materials, and support users in the appropriate interpretation and use of visualisation products, contributing to effective adoption and use across programme teams.
11. Develop and implement approved dashboard governance arrangements, publication workflows and quality-assurance procedures, including documentation, version control and dashboard inventories, and apply agreed review and publication processes.
12. Promote innovation in business intelligence, visualisation and data storytelling by identifying and applying practical approaches that improve usability, automation and analytical communication, and share relevant good practices across the ACDMS team.
13. Perform such other relevant duties as may be assigned. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Visualisation, Information Management, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, GIS, Economics or related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience;
• Or
• High school diploma with (7) seven years of relevant experience;

Experience 

• Experience with Power BI, dashboard development, data modelling, business intelligence, visualisation standards and information products;
• Experience translating programme requirements into dashboards and visualisation products, including quality assurance and maintenance;
• Experience with reporting automation and data integration is an advantage; and,
• Experience supporting humanitarian or development programmes is an advantage. 

SKILLS

• Power BI, Power Query, DAX, data modelling, dashboard design and business intelligence.
• Visualisation standards, UX/UI, information design and data storytelling.
• Dashboard quality assurance and data validation.
• Ability to make routine technical and design decisions independently within established standards.
• SQL, APIs, GIS integration, Python and R are desirable. 

Languages

• For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
• Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Competencies

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respect 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 1

• 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

Other:  Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are required to apply through the below online Form. Also, please take note that IOM does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before filling up the online Form, the candidate must carefully read the advertisement. Please proceed to fill the online form only if you meet the minimum requirements stipulated in the advertisement.

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Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by HR department to submit resume and Motivation Letter. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate in form is accurate.

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Posting period:

From: 18 October 2026 to 01 November 2026

No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank account