Data Officer Job in Kenya

Data Officer

Duties and responsibilities:

• Support development and ensure availability of programs data
  collection tools.


• Provide an oversight on quality data collection, collation,
  data entry and analysis of results using statistical techniques and
  provide performance reports as required.


• Provide supportive supervision for data collection and entry.


• Conduct field visits as required for trouble shooting data
  issues. 


• Develop, review and maintain copies of data collection forms
  (ensuring accurate updating as needed) and support documentation for data
  management. 


• Maintain databases back up and filing systems for the
  programs data. 


• Perform and document procedures for data preparation
  including data cleaning, standardization and data analysis. 
  
  
  


• Ensure data management procedures have set timelines and meet
  established deadlines. 


• Participate in programs data and progress reviews as required
  with the Directorate of Programs and partners. 


• Ensure stock taking and supply of data collection tools
  and/or forms is done in a timely manner. 


• Conduct data quality and assurance audits for the programs
  data. 


• Lead in the development of a data management systems that
  supports field teams for timely submission of data. 


• Support and contribute to the write-up of programs report.

Others:

• Attend, and fully participate in staff meetings and retreats
  as required.


• Support the development of bimonthly and annual progress
  reports for the Directorate.


• Perform other duties as may be required from time to time.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics,
  Business administration, or any other relevant field.

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical
  packages for analyzing datasets (STATA, Advanced Excel, SPSS, R etc.)

Previous relevant work
experience required.

• At least three (3) years’ relevant experience in programmatic
  information management and managing databases.


• Strong administrative skills, organizational skills, and
  attention to detail.


• Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office
  applications


• Knowledge of working in donor funded projects is desirable.


• Must have good writing and analytical skills.


• In addition to Microsoft Excel, the incumbent should
  demonstrate fluency in the use of at least two other data analysis and
  visualization tools.

How to Apply

Send your cover letter and
CV to jobs@ziziafrique.org,
addressed to the Human Resources Manager, Zizi Afrique. In the subject line of
your email, clearly state the position title. The deadline is July 14, 2023