Information Management Assistant

Position:Information Management Assistant                               
Contract duration:12 months
Location:Al Bireh / Ramalah / Palestine
Starting Date:ASAP

 
I- Background on ACTED


ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan.  Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 22 countries worldwide, with over 120 international and 2500 national staff. ACTED has a 40 million € budget for over 150 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.

For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org.

II-Country Profile


ACTED is currently implementing projects funded by ECHO,  UN OCHA, and Europe Aid across the occupied Palestinian territory. 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. ACTED currently seeks an Information Management Assistant for a one-year project that is implemented in the West Bank.

III. Position Profile

Under the supervision of the Emergency Project Manager, the Information Management Assistant will be responsible for a project database (Microsoft Excel), data entry, and preparation of regular graphical reports.
Continuous entry of project data into databases in Microsoft Excel and Google Documents
Prepare graphical reports on a weekly and monthly basis
Provide accurate and timely reports to the Reporting department and the Appraisal, Monitoring & Evaluation department
Resolve potential problems relating to the database and propose improvements.
Support the Logistics department on an exceptional basis to resolve IT issues in the office.
Comply fully with ACTED standards and principles

IV-Qualifications:
Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or, Business
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Docs
Previous work experience with  NGO in a similar position or in monitoring & evaluation will be positively evaluated
Ability to produce accurate reports under pressure
Advanced IT skills, including experience with 2008 Windows Server preferred
Professional attitude, good social skills, and ability to work in a team
Reliable, open-minded, a positive attitude, and excellent in time management
Willingness to improve skills and knowledge
Capable in planning and problem solving

V-Conditions:
Excellent communication and drafting skills
Fluent in Arabic and English, spoken and written, including correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
Outstanding IT skills, including expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and Google Docs
Interest in data visualization and graphic design are a plus

VI. Submission of applications:


Interested candidates are invited to send a cover letter, CV, and three references (in English) no later than 9 June 2013 to: [email protected], indicating the position (Information Management Assistant) in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.


ACTED

Att: Human Resources Department

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