Academic Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master degree in relevant discipline;
Research skills Advanced experience of data science. Excellent data analysis skills.
Software skills Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software. Proven knowledge of Microsoft office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of ArcGIS an advantage.
Familiarity aid system Familiarity with the aid system is required;
Years of work experience At least 3 years of relevant working experience;
Management skills Proven team management experience and skills; ability to build assessment capacity of team through training and mentoring
Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting;
Multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask with tight deadlines, on numerous research cycles;
Level of independence Proven ability to work independently;
Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
Experience in geographical region Past experience in the East Africa region is desirable;
Language skills Fluency in English required;
Security environment Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment

Responsibilities

Requirements

Academic Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master degree in relevant discipline;
Research skills Advanced experience of data science. Excellent data analysis skills.
Software skills Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software. Proven knowledge of Microsoft office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of ArcGIS an advantage.
Familiarity aid system Familiarity with the aid system is required;
Years of work experience At least 3 years of relevant working experience;
Management skills Proven team management experience and skills; ability to build assessment capacity of team through training and mentoring
Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting;
Multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask with tight deadlines, on numerous research cycles;
Level of independence Proven ability to work independently;
Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
Experience in geographical region Past experience in the East Africa region is desirable;
Language skills Fluency in English required;
Security environment Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment

RESEARCH PLANNING:

Contribute towards the identification and implementation of effective and adapted data management and analysis solutions for IMPACT research in Uganda, in line with IMPACT’s relevant research and data guidelines.
Support (as designated by line manager) sampling design, creation and management of data collection tools (ODK or KoBo), training on data cleaning and management techniques, support for data analysis set up (specifically conducted in the R environment).
Contribute to draft research ToRs with a specific focus on sampling, data collection tools, the data analysis plan, as well as data management plan;
Support the development of qualitative and quantitative data collection tools, ensuring requirements of research cycle/assessment are met;
In coordination with relevant assessment and GIS officer(s), support construction of quantitative sample;
Keep track of progress and delays of all assigned tasks throughout the research cycle. Ensure that delays or identified problems are reported by writing and orally in a timely manner.

RESEARCH IMPLEMENTATION

When relevant, support the identification and training of enumerators for primary data collection;
When relevant, support oversight of data collection, in line with agreed TORs (including their Annexes), including data cleaning processes, checks and data cleaning scripts;
In coordination with relevant assessment officer(s), document all changes in data collection that lead to a modification in the agreed TORs, ensuring that the IMPACT CC/CR and IMPACT HQ are informed and agree on the modifications.

DATA MANAGEMENT, CLEANING AND ANALYSIS

Monitor accuracy of data collected in line with IMPACT’s Data Cleaning Minimum Standards Checklist;
Cross check data collected in the field, ensure regular updates and solve eventual discrepancies;
Manage, update and deploy monthly questionnaire;
Maintain, update and expand R-based systems of data management and analysis for data dissemination and reporting;
Serve as focal point for statistical analysis and quantitative reporting on assessments.

DRAFTING OF PRODUCTS

Ensure that all IMPACT analysis products the requirements of IMPACT and concerned partners;
In support of the Research Manager or CC/CR, as requested, provide regular communication with IMPACT HQ on progress and deadlines for analysis outputs
Ensure the drafting of timely and accurate data and analysis products (such as factsheets, graphics, webmaps, dashboards), which comply with IMPACT’s guidelines;
Ensure findings are accurately reported given the data collection and analysis methodology planned in TORs.
Ensure that all analysis outputs are validated by IMPACT HQ before external release;
When relevant, in close coordination with IMPACT HQ, support the regular maintenance and update of online products;

KNOWLEDGE SHARING AND LEARNING PROCESSES

Provide content and contributes to lessons learned exercises
Support the capacity building of data, field, and assessment staff in terms of data processes and softwares.
Organise relevant trainings for team members on topics related to data handling and management.

INTERNAL COORDINATION

Actively participate in regular team meetings;
Ensure regular coordination and exchange with relevant colleagues;
Ensure regular communication with HQ Research Design and Data unit.
Engage in the development and implementation of IMPACT’s strategy in (country).

DATA CONFIDENTIALITY AND PROTECTION

The Senior Data Officer will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes, ensuring full compliance with IMPACT’s data protection policy and SOPs. He/she will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to IMPACT and its partners, or collected during his/her assignment with IMPACT.

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