MEAL Data System Management Manager

The Data system Management (DSM) Manager will provide leadership and technical support to the establishment of data collection, and analysis systems and developing data workflows to facilitate coherent storage and reporting to internal and external audiences. The DSM will have a thorough understanding of the different databases, aiming to harmonize and validate data by developing tools, processes, and mechanisms, ensuring data quality, is readily available for the reporting needs of all sectors.

Data Management:        

• Lead on design and develop a Database Management System (DBMS) able to include all sources of data, following the General Statistical Business Process Model (GSBPM), including data use and demand generation strategies. This task will be performed at team level (MEAL team), sectorial (across ERD, Protection, and Education sector), and partnership level (nurturing quality data management culture and processes for implementing partners)

• Lean on identification and development of dedicated Data Management Plans (DMP) for all ongoing, and new grants

• Oversee the development, ongoing modifications, strengthening and functioning of the country level data management system from all sectors (Protection, ERD and Education) and partners

• Design data validation mechanisms for internal and external sources (partner) of data

• Lead on the design and maintain Management Information systems for tracking and reporting all quantitative data and information with appropriate disaggregation (e.g., gender, location, etc.), harmonizing data sources internal and external.

• Ensure alignment of grant/program indicators with IRC core indicators

• Lead, design, and implement capacity building on effective use of Database products and systems to IRC and, where applicable, partners

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Research, Learning, and Analysis

• Support the MEAL Coordinator to develop and implement regular monitoring and evaluation activities for the protection program

• Collaborate with program teams to discuss, analyze and interpret findings of sectorial activities

• Analyze quantitative data for the purpose of internal and external reporting

• Design and develop tools and systems to carry out the program monitoring and evaluation plans, as well as a comprehensive yet user-friendly program-wide database for each program

• Develop and implement appropriate data collection methodologies and tools, analysis plans, reporting outlines, and data/information dissemination/utilization plans

• Ensure that proposal budgets capture appropriate cost and financial information to enable implementation of both internal and external database system components

• Establish and maintain data standards, best practices and adherence to these standards as required internally and externally

• Identify and design innovative practices to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness in database management and incorporate them in the country MEAL strategy

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Reporting

• Lead on data validation of internal and external report ensuring data quality and accuracy

• Lead on external reporting on a monthly basis, compiling and producing data in different formats as required

• Creating visualizations to support organizational decision making

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Experience (Including sector/industry):

• At least 3 years NGO experience, preferably in a data system management role

• Working knowledge of GSBPM

• Experience developing solutions to optimize data workflow from different repositories

• Experience with business intelligence and analytic tools such as ONA, or Kobo

• Experience developing case management databases in a humanitarian context. Ideally, support in adapting CommCare or Primero

• Experience using Power Bi

• Experience using Power Apps

• Experience using ArcGIS is desired

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Knowledge, Skills & Competences:

• Statistics, data analysis, and data-driven computation are all relevant areas of study or experience

• Able to think critically about data and information, triangulating and cross-checking data when needed and with minimal guidance

• Self-directed and able to work independently

• Excellent visual design sense regarding the clear and accurate presentation of data

• Very good analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail

• Excellent organizational and time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently

• Excellent analytical, and writing skills and fluency in English

• Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure effectively and productively, including meeting strict deadlines

• Additional qualities: the ability to multi-task, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, adaptability to manage transitions and change.  A deep understanding of humanitarian and data protection principles

Specific Educational Qualification:

•Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science or/a related degree

• Others professional degrees related to this position

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General Statement:

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Are you ready to join the most dynamic team?

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