Emergency Information Management Specialist (Roster)

** Deadline to apply is 29 August 2026 **
Description of assignment title
Emergency Information Management Specialist (HER Roster)
Host entity
WHO Vietnam
Modality
Onsite
Type
National
Volunteer category
Expert UCoS from Apr2026
Work schedule
Full-time
Number of Assignments
1
Assignment country
Viet Nam
Duty stations
Hanoi
Work location
On UN premises
Expected start date
[protected info]
Duration
3 months (with possibility of extension)
Task description
Under the supervision of the technical officer on surveillance and risk assessment, the Emergency Information Management Specialist will support the collection, analysis, management, visualization, and dissemination of information to facilitate evidence-based decision-making during emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Information Collection and Management
• Collect, compile, and validate humanitarian and emergency-related data from multiple sources.
• Maintain and update databases, situation reports, contact lists, and operational dashboards.
• Ensure data quality, consistency, confidentiality, and adherence to organizational standards.
2. Data Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze operational, epidemiological, demographic, and geographic information to identify trends, gaps, and priority needs.
• Support the preparation of situation reports (SitReps), briefing notes, infographics, and decision-making products.
• Produce regular updates for internal and external stakeholders.
3. Dashboard and Visualization Development
• Develop and maintain dashboards, maps, charts, and visual products using available information management tools.
• Present complex data in user-friendly formats to support coordination and planning.
4. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Support
• Assist in the creation and updating of maps showing affected populations, response activities, health facilities, and operational coverage.
• Support spatial analysis and mapping requirements during emergency operations.
5. Coordination and Information Sharing
• Facilitate information exchange among government agencies, UN organizations, NGOs, and partners.
• Support information management working groups and coordination meetings.
• Contribute to the development of common information products and standards.
6. Emergency Preparedness and Response Support
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including data readiness, contingency planning, and information management protocols.
• Assist with rapid assessments and emergency response monitoring.
• Contribute to after-action reviews and lessons-learned documentation.
7. Capacity Building
• Provide training and technical support to staff and partners on data collection tools, reporting systems, and information management practices.
• Promote best practices in data management and humanitarian information sharing.
Expected Deliverables
• Timely and accurate situation reports.
• Updated emergency databases and dashboards.
• GIS maps and data visualizations.
• Analytical reports and operational briefings.
• Information management tools, templates, and guidance documents.
• Support for emergency coordination and decision-making processes.