Data Collection and Analysis Coordinator Jordanian Nationals Only

23 مايو، 2023

0 3 2 دقائق

Background

ACAPS

ACAPS is dedicated to improving analysis of humanitarian needs in complex emergencies and crises. We are independent of specific operational and sectoral agendas or interests, and we provide evidence-based analysis.

Our analysis team supports the humanitarian community by providing up-to-date information on more than 100 key crises around the globe. This enables crisis responders to better understand and thereby better address the needs of the affected population and strengthen the assessment ecosystem.

Purpose of the Data Collection Project

Support the ACAPS analysis by participating in the production of ACAPS data products through secondary data review and data collection. The ACAPS portfolio of dataset include a variety of products broadening from Severity Index to sector-specific datasets, aimed to inform the humanitarian community with global, up-to-date and ready-to-use humanitarian information.

Task and Responsibilities

Data Collection Coordination

Manage the work of data collectors and ensure the quality of their work by providing feedback and directions and any other related line management task
Support, design and conduct trainings to the data collectors to ensure the quality, efficiency and consistency of the data collection
Ensure, in coordination with the Team Leader, that the staffing of the data collection team and the allocation of the necessary resources for a smooth functioning of the data collection process
Supervise the data collection for ACAPS core products (INFORM Severity Index, Global Humanitarian Access, Global Risk) and ad hoc products
Ensure the completeness of data collection
Coordinate the review of all assessments, reports, and information products related to the ACAPS’ monitored crisis to understand the information landscape and current gaps
Monitoring the data collectors daily work to identify risks and trends with potential humanitarian impact

Other

Contribute towards learning and innovation
Coordinate meetings and roundtables with counterparts, and follow up on implementation
Any other tasks which may be agreed jointly may be added to the job description, as per the project needs.

Critical interfaces

ACAPS’ analysts
Senior analysts
Data science team
Different teams and hubs throughout the organizations
External partners (depending on product)

Requirements and Qualifications

Formal education and background

Master degree , or equivalent education, preferably in humanitarian action, social sciences, international relations, international development or related field.

Experience

At least 1 year experience of working on humanitarian analysis products
2 years experience working in the humanitarian sector
Demonstrated ability to effectively work in emergency and/or complex operations within a multi-cultural environment

Knowledge and skills

In depth knowledge of secondary data review and desk review methods
Knowledge of the humanitarian sector
Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative analysis methods
Understanding of information management cycle and data principles
Excellent computer skills (Excel spreadsheets or similar essential)
Very strong communications skills, both written and oral
Fluent written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal skills
Proven skills in negotiations and ability to manage a team
Proven ability to deliver against targets and meeting deadlines within a short timeframe
Structured and focused, proven ability to manage time effectively
Ability to receive and implement feedback
Result oriented and problem solver
Attention to detail
Flexible and creative
R or Python knowledge is an asset
Proficiency in a second language is an asset