Information Management Officer (Data Management & Analysis)

Job Description
Position: Information Management Officer (Data Management and Analysis)
Contract duration:      6 months Renewable
Location: Ramallah
Starting Date ASAP
 
Background on ACTED
 
ACTED is an international NGO registered in France. ACTED’s vocation is to support vulnerable populations affected by wars, natural disasters and/or economic and social crises, and to accompany them in building a better future. ACTED started its activities in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) in May 2007. ACTED is currently implementing projects covering multiple humanitarian / development sectors, funded by a variety of international donors, which aim at protecting vulnerable households and strengthening civil society actors across the oPt. ACTED oPt offers a dynamic, rigorous and knowledge-oriented working environment.
 
Country Profile
 
In the occupied Palestinian territory, ACTED is both committed to humanitarian assistance and long-term development. ACTED strives to strengthen the economic capacities of cooperatives in rural areas, consolidate civil society organisations, and provide emergency assistance to the most vulnerable, rural communities in the West Bank including East Jerusalem and Gaza. ACTED currently seeks an Information Management Officer for its operations. 
 
Responsibilities

Information Management 

  1. Maintain and develop the country’s central and project-specific databases;
  2. Support the AMEU staff in ensuring that data is collected in a timely and accurate manner according to the reporting and monitoring requirements;
  3. Check the quality of the data submitted by field staff;
  4. Ensure all data is entered and updated consistently (on a daily bases) in the databases and tables;
  5. Ensure that project/field officers apply a proper filing of hard and soft copies of the project's documents (OCHA assessments, questionnaires, OF, RV, lists of beneficiaries; pic …etc.), or other data collection tools or documents; 
  6. Ensure that referrals are sent out to the designated clusters on a timely basis whenever needed;

System Implementation

  1. Perform “clean data” when needed, by removing unnecessary and duplicate datasets … etc.;
  2. Implement proper backup, restore, data validation, and security procedures to ensure data integrity and availability;
  3. Update and track the online Databases/Trackers, mainly the OCHA dashboard, and Demolition/Gmail Tracker;
  4. Liaise with field staff regarding the quality of the data, missing data, eventual mistakes, data discrepancies and/or inconsistencies;
  5. Compare and verify the accuracy of ACTED data with other sources such as OCHA, ICRC, PRCS and UNRWA and accordingly update ACTED trackers/database on a daily for consistency;

Data Analysis

  1. Cross-check the data from the different tables/sources to ensure the accuracy of the data collected during assessments;
  2. Clean data collected during assessments/activities and flag any issues to the relevant departments;
  3. Extract queries, figures, data dissemination ideas and reports from the database;
  4. Generate data visualization such as charts, graphs, tables to be included in communication tools, factsheets reports, assessments and any other documents as per needs;

Other

  1. Participate in database-related workshops and internal/external meetings as required;
  2. Conduct data collection or data verification field visits/phone calls whenever needed;
  3. Take ownership of his/her job, strive for personal excellence/self-development and take steps towards improving any aspect of work.
  4. Perform any other related activities as assigned by immediate supervisor.

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Job Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Business or any related field.

2-3 years of experience in a similar position.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (excel).

Ability to produce accurate reports.

Capable in planning and problem solving.

Be able to work in a team.

Flexibility, dynamism, good interpersonal skills

Knowledge and experience of Graphic Design software (ex. Adobe Illustrator) is preferred.

Knowledge of GIS and mobile data collection tools (i.e. ODK, KoBo) is preferred.

Previous work experience with NGO in a similar position will be positively evaluated

Fluent in Arabic and English, spoken and written, including correct spelling, grammar and punctuation

Valid Driving Lisnece.

Job Details
Job Title Information Management Officer (Data Management & Analysis)
Deadline 22 - Jul - 2021
Location Ramallah
Job Type Full time
Position Level Mid Career
Salary N/A
Degree Bachelor's degree
Experience 2 Years
Application Instructions
Interested candidates are invited to send CV, Cover letter and three references (in English) no later than July 22nd, 2021 to: ([email protected]), indicating the position (Information Management Officer) in the subject line. 
 
The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. 
 
All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. 
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. No telephone inquiries will be received.
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