Position: Data Management and Knowledge Advisor

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Contract

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba - Ethiopia

Posted date: 2 hours ago

Deadline: June, 10/2024 (10 days left)

Company Description

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

For more information on SNV's operations, visit our website: www.snv.org.

Project Description

SNV is seeking funding from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN) for the second phase of the BRIDGE project. BRIDGE+ supports the dairy sector in Ethiopia through ten components, i.e. extension, input markets, output markets and market linkages, nutrition, food safety, professionalization, action research, MEAL, policy and partnerships, and GESI. The project uses a market-based approach, operating in the various regions of the country, creating impact at the dairy farmer level and also contributing to sector transformation.

Purpose of the Job

The overall purpose of the position is to oversee the development and use of data systems within the BRIDGE+ project. Related to knowledge management, the position holder is responsible for overseeing all knowledge-related activities, including the management, capturing, sharing, and accessibility of knowledge assets of the project.

Key activities:

Data Systems Design and Implementation

• Design and implement standardized database management systems, and procedures and oversee the upgrading of the database system.

• Ensure effective data management, formulate data collection techniques, implement secure procedures for data handling and analysis, and establish data sharing rules.

• Design and implement data integration, transformation, and migration processes to ensure that data from different sources and formats can be consolidated, cleaned, and harmonized.

• Together with the MEAL advisor, Manage the project LogAlto data management system.

Data Quality and Security

• Ensure that data received from project functional units and partners are timely entered into the program database with the required data quality standards.

• Perform data quality audits, validations, and corrections to identify and resolve any data errors, anomalies, or inconsistencies.

• Implement appropriate data security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure.

Data Analysis and Accessibility

Undertake data analysis of project performance and survey/ assessment data generate analytical summaries, charts, visualizations, and dashboards, and produce ad hoc reports from databases according to the needs of project staff.

Knowledge Management

• Design and lead the implementation of strategies to enhance knowledge management.

• Create opportunities to generate knowledge, and capture and synthesize project information through knowledge management tools.

• Facilitate & coordinate the full production cycle for knowledge products (print, digital, and audio/visual), including copyediting, layout/design, and printing, including services outsourced for external service providers (editing, design, printing, etc.).

• Manage the project SharePoint and other knowledge & data-sharing platforms.

SNV-MEAL Community practice group/Team

• In her/his capacity, S/he will participate in the SNV-MEAL community practice group/team to contribute to learning & exchange.

• Any other related duties assigned by the Project Manager -BRIDGE+

Qualifications

• BA/B.Sc. degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience, specializing in Economics, Statistics, Agri-business, data science, M&E/Project Management, information systems, or related fields. A master’s degree in the fields listed is preferable.

Experience:

• At least 5 years experience in facilitating data management and knowledge development.

• Practical skills in digital data management systems, SPSS, Stata, MIS, and data modeling and data analysis tools.

Competencies:

• Problem analysis

• Coaching

• Focus on quality

• Result orientation

• Persuasiveness

Additional Information

• Contract Type: National

• Expected start date: 01, August 2024.

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa

• Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability. 

How to Apply

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If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on the 10th of June 2024. Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be in the strictest confidence.

If we see that your experience and skills match the requirements of the position, we will contact you to advise you of the next steps in the recruitment process.

SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.