Data Management Associate

August 25, 2026

Grade

GS6

General Service

Reason

Temporary > Temporary Assignment/ Appointment

A (least hardship)

Family

2026-09-15

2026-12-31

Standard Job Description

Data Management Associate
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Data Management Associate is normally supervised by a professional staff member who provides the incumbent with general guidance and workplans. The incumbent works quite independently with an oversight from the supervisor. S/he may directly supervise some support staff.
Contracts are mainly with the colleagues in the same duty station to exchange information and to discuss the work plans. External contacts are with the national and local authorities for gathering and exchange of data.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR

's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
- Manage the use, maintenance and technical support of databases used in the Operation, including planning and overseeing data collection, input and verifications; production of standard and ad hoc reports.
- Generate statistical reports based on the standard reporting formats and ad-hoc reports, charts and tables as required by the management.
- Provide training, as necessary, to UNHCR staff as well as staff-members of implementing partners in relevant aspects of data management.
- May be required to coordinate with the GIS colleagues to ensure that data collection is compatible with GIS.
- Archive and backup database systems; ensure security of databases; perform database administrator functions.
- Assist in development of new applications/databases needed by the UNHCR Offices/Units in area of responsibilities in order to perform their tasks smoothly.
- Ensure that the clients' databases are up-to-date by identifying and keeping what is relevant and accurate in an accessible manner.
- May be required to support registration activities including ProGres technical support and on-site assistance.
- May be required to support voluntary repatriation activities including reconciliation of VolRep data from country of asylum and encashment centers, verification of Voluntary Repatriation Forms (VRFs) and coordination with VolRep Centers (VRCs) on information issues.
- Develop forms and tools for data collection and analysis.
- Have access to relevant data and records.

- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.
Certificates and/or Licenses
Information Technology Data Management
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Not specified.
Desirable
Not specified.
Functional Skills
DM-Database Management
PG-UNHCR's Programmes
DM-ArcGIS (Geographic Information System)
TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
IT-Computer Literacy
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

UNHCR is looking for a Data Management Associate until 31 December 2026, with the possibility of further extension, subject to performance and availability of funds.
UNHCR Moldova has been implementing Cash-Based Intervention (CBI) programmes in Moldova and distribute cash assistance to vulnerable refugees through its financial service provider.
The Data Management Associate is based in Chisinau/Moldova, as a part of the CBI Unit and will support the implementation of the activities related to CBI in his/her area of responsibilities. The work comprehends strong technical aspects of data management, data analysis, verification, monitoring, crosschecks, follow-ups, de-duplication of data elements and reporting. For this reason, the position also entails a strong liaison with Operational Data Management (ODM), Registration and Protection Units, at internal level, and with national and international partners, at external level.
The incumbent will play a major role in the creation, maintenance and monitoring data tracking tools for payments, pre-paid cards, data uploads to Refugee Assistance Information System (RAIS), targeting and reconciliation. To this extent the incumbent will have work in coordination with ODM on the existing data sets.

S/he will contribute to the application and respect of the country CBI Standard Operational Procedures, providing active support to the implementation of the CBIs, collecting information for the monitoring of the activities, and producing internal and external reports of the CBIs when required.
Working experience with UN/UNHCR or other international public sector organizations is an added advantage. Knowledge of Operational Data Management and CBIs in humanitarian sector and language/tools for database creation, manipulation and reporting (i.e SQL, Phython, Excel, Power BI etc.) are assets.
Knowledge of English is required, working level of Romanian and Russian is considered an asset.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a test. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. No late applications will be accepted.
General information:
This position is open to applications from internal and external candidates, provided that requirements regarding professional experience, academic qualifications, language, etc. are fulfilled.
Candidates must meet the essential minimum requirements of the position and must have either Moldovan citizenship or the legal status necessary to work in Moldova.
UNHCR’s workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. We seek to sustain and strengthen this diversity and to ensure equal opportunities, as well as an inclusive working environment, for our entire workforce. Joining us means living, sharing and promoting these core values of inclusion, diversity and gender equality.
Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.
UNHCR reserves the right to retain applications and consider external candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNHCR at the same grade or lower level and with similar job descriptions, experience, and educational requirements for the appointment of a shorter duration (Temporary Appointment).
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
Remuneration & Benefits:
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. The annual net salary is between MDL 412,196 and MDL 480,896 depending on relevant experience, excluding dependency allowances (if applicable), mandatory medical insurance (1.05% to 2.40%) and pension fund enrollment (7.9%).
Annual leave: UNHCR staff members holding a temporary appointment will accrue annual leave at the rate of 1.5 working days for each full calendar of months of service (i.e. 18 working days per year).
Pension system: Staff members holding an initial temporary appointment for 6 months or more will become participants in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF).
Health insurance plan: locally recruited staff members in Chisinau will be enrolled in the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP). The coverage is also optionally available for eligible family members.
For more information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, please visit the portal of the Office of HR Management of United Nations: https://onehr.un.org/salary-survey/#/viewdutystation/636b9e0899530c554d34b467.

This position doesn't require a functional clearance

English

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Romanian

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Russian

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Skills

DM-ArcGIS (Geographic Information System), DM-Database Management, IT-Computer Literacy, PG-UNHCR's Programmes, TR-Training - Virtual and face to face

Education

Certifications

Data Management - Other, Information Technology - Other

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