Database and Analytics Coordinator

Database and Analytics Coordinator (1 Position)- Open to Somali Nationals Only

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Dimensions:

Save the Children operates across all zones in Somalia and currently has three main area offices and additional 11 field offices. Programmatically Somalia is a large Country Office with more than $110million annual budget and staff over 700 staff. 

ROLE PURPOSE: 

The Database and analytics coordinator will support implementation of the Adkeeysi RFSA MEAL strategy, focusing on development and implementation of intervention-specific-data management system (MIS) in line with the USAID results measurement strategy. S/he will also play vital role in the development and functioning of the MIS to meet reporting requirements in collaboration with the MEAL team. The incumbent will lead ongoing monitoring and data collection and the annual project data/performance review and planning cycle.

You will work with the Adkeeysi Consortium members to focus on increasing program’s ability to demonstrate the impact of our interventions while engaging the partners on key program data needs, gaps to ensure the program remains on track.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: MEAL Lead

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in data science, Computer science, Information Technology, and or statistics.

 EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Minimum 3-4 years practical experience in M&E system coordination/implementation in international non-governmental organisation.
• Minimum of 3-4 years relevant experience in data management, data analytics and MIS development.

Desirable: 

• Extensive Quantitative and qualitative data management skills and analysis skills with advance experience in data analytics application/software E.g. R, Python, GIS, Atlas ti), and PowerBI for visualization is a MUST and will be tested.
• Prior knowledge interacting with a wide range of data types including but not limited to participants survey data, satellite Imagery, panel surveys, etc.
• Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to write and disseminate clear and well-argued data analytics products and assessment reports. 
• Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, Statistical Packages and PowerPoint.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi-location, values driven teams.
• Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge tasks, in the event of emergencies.

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Application will be closed on 1st February 2025

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents