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Assignment

ACTED is seeking a candidate with experience processing and analysing datasets, ideally using R. Under the supervision of the REACH Database Manager, and with the support of the Data Specialist, he/she will support quantitative and qualitative assessments conducted by REACH.

The seniority of the position (ranging from Junior to Senior) will be determined based on qualifications and work experience, but the candidate will be responsible for overseeing data processing and analysis on a single research cycle, or supporting more senior staff in data management for more complex projects. He/she should be comfortable conducting regular data cleaning and translation, with the ability, or willingness to learn how, to draft analysis scripts in R. The role will require the ability to work autonomously, and the candidate will be expected to display initiative and coordinate within a team as needed. 

Key responsibilities:                        

Under the line-management of the Database Manager, the Database Officer will fulfill the following functions:

1. Data Quality Assurance

• Responsible for daily data checking in line with processes established by the Database Manager (DBM);
• In coordination with the DBM, provide daily feedback on data quality issues to the Assessment Officers (AOs);
• In coordination with the DBM, follow up daily issues with the corresponding Operation team members.
• Apply data protection regulations during daily activities;

2. Develop Tools and Training Materials

• In coordination with the DBM, develop and test data collection kobo xls forms;
• Support the training of enumerators on the use of data collection methods, tools, and processes;
• Provide support to other REACH team members as required in data aspects.
• In coordination with the DBM, develop training materials on data collection techniques, data safety and security;

3. Development of Analysis and Coding Skills

• Drafting of data cleaning and analysis scripts in R as needed and at current skill level
• Fulfil technical training and learning plan and continuously conduct self-study to improve data wrangling and analysis skills.
• Maintaining, expanding and optimizing the existing functions/scripts of data wrangling and analysis, and automation of possible data cleaning and analysis processes

4. Team and Project Management (depending on seniority)

• Monitoring all running projects in terms of data processing, data collection tracking, and analysis.
• Collate and report relevant lessons learned to the Database Manager and Assessment Focal Point
• Monitoring and quality checking of overall and daily based works of Jr/DBOs under supervision.
• Supporting Jr/DBOs in terms of problem solving and capacity building.

The Database Officer will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes. He/she will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to ACTED and its partners, or collected during his/her assignment with ACTED.

Skills Required

• English Fluency
• Strong Communication skills
• problem solving skill
• organization skills
• computer skills
• Ability to work effectively in team

Submission Guideline:

Those who fulfill the above mentioned criteria should send their updated CV to below submission Email: afghanistan.jobs@acted.org

Kindly mentioned Vacancy number, position title along with province name in subject line or your application may not be considered.

Please do not send heavy size documents (i.e. Tazkira, Education documents, and work certificates)

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage of recruitment.

No CV will received after closing date.

Submission Email:

afghanistan.jobs@acted.org