Data Officer
IMPACT Initiatives
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Posted on 7 Oct
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Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
The Data Officer will be responsible for leading the production of analysis products, including the preparation of research design, support in designing sampling methods, data analysis plans, data collection tools, data cleaning scripts and processes, analysis scripts, analysis outputs and (as relevant) production of web maps and information management systems. Under the line management of the Senior Data officer, the Data Officer, in close liaison with the assessment teams, engages with partners to promote their participation in data processing, analysis or relevant topics, to maximize the uptake and use of IMPACT/REACH research. When relevant, or managing a project, they also ensure an efficient and transparent use of resources required for project implementation. This can include the direct supervision of data and assessment teams during data collection, analysis or output production.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Data Officer is responsible for the following:
RESEARCH CYCLE MANAGEMENT
- Research planning and design through leading on sampling design and in coordination with relevantassessment and GIS staff construct quantitative sample ;
- Providingtraining on data cleaning and management techniques;
- Overseeing data analysis set-up (specifically conducted in the R environment).
DATA MANAGEMENT
- Data management, cleaning and analysis including monitoring of the accuracy of data collected, cross-checking data collected in the field;
- Maintaining R-based systems of data management and analysis, serving as the focal point for statistical analysis and quantitative reporting;
- Developing cleaning and analysis (descriptive, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression analyses) scripts in R ;
- Contributing to the automatization of data analysis processes.
Desired Candidate Profile
At least 2 years of relevant working experience in a similar role preferable in the humanitarian field;
- Proficiency and proven experience with research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative research. Excellent analytical skills;
- Strong statistical and analytical skills including correlation and regression analysis
- Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software (with a willingness to learn R). Knowledge of ArcGIS or Power Bi an advantage;
- Proven ability to work independently;
- Strong presentation, and organisational skills;
- Ability to multitask with tight deadlines;
- Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
- Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master s degree in a relevant discipline (Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Social Science, Economics, or related);
- Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment.
- Past experience in the region is desirable;
- Fluency in English required, competency in Somali is an asset.
Company Industry
- NGO
- Social Services
- Community Services
- Non-Profit
Department / Functional Area
- IT Software
Keywords
- Data Officer
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