Data Collection and Management:
- Design and implement data collection methodologies and tools (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups) to gather relevant information from communities and stakeholders.
- Ensure that data is collected in a systematic, ethical, and accurate manner, adhering to data protection and privacy regulations.
Maintain and manage databases and other data storage systems, ensuring data integrity and security – will include Project KPIs, Accountability/Community feedback and Response, and Box and other donor recommended data management systems
Data Analysis, Reporting and Communication:
- Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in community resilience and local governance.
- Generate reports and visualizations that effectively communicate data findings to diverse stakeholders, including project staff, local governments, and community groups.
- Prepare regular progress reports that outline key findings, challenges, and recommendations based on data analysis.
- Develop and present data insights at meetings, workshops, and community engagement activities to inform decision-making and policy development.
Capacity Building:
- Conduct training sessions for project staff and local partners on data management practices, data analysis techniques, and the use of data for decision-making.
- Support local governance structures in using data to enhance their planning and decision-making processes
Collaboration and Engagement:
- Collaborate with project teams, local government officials, and community organizations to identify data needs and strengthen coordination for data sharing and usage.
- Engage with community members to understand their perspectives and incorporate their feedback into data collection and analysis processes.
- Collaborate with other partners through working groups or cluster activities that involves the Project
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning:
- Assist in the development and implementation of project monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure the impact of initiatives on community resilience and governance.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project activities based on data-driven insights.
- Work with the ECRP team to organize and facilitate the learning events and necessary documentation
- Documentation of the best practices, most significant change stories and special features demonstrating project impact
Required Professional Experience
- At least, 3 years of proven experience in data management, analysis, and reporting, preferably in development projects or community-based initiatives.
- Strong skills in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, KOBO, ODK and SMAP) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Familiarity with participatory research methods and community engagement strategies.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data in an understandable manner.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to ethical data practices and community empowerment.
Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Project planning and management and other Social Sciences in related field.