Data Specialist, Humanitarian Planning and Prioritisation, based in Geneva, Switzerland

vor 1 Tag

Genf, Schweiz Impact Initiatives Vollzeit

We are currently looking for a Data Specialist to support our team in the Global Humanitarian Planning & Prioritization Unit in our Geneva Headquarters office.

Department: REACH Global Programmes

Position: Data Specialist

Contract duration: 12 months with possibility of extension

Location: Geneva, Switzerland (with possibility of up to 20% travel)

Starting Date: ASAP

Deadline to apply: 4 February 2025

POSITION PROFILE

The Data Specialist will be part of the REACH Humanitarian Planning & Prioritization Unit based in IMPACT HQ, supporting the Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) Workstream under the supervision of the unit Manager. Specifically, the Data Specialist will work in close collaboration with the HPPU Research and Development (R&D) team and Training, Learning and Country (TLC) Team to (1) develop dashboards for the cross-crisis and MSNA findings, (2) provide dedicated quantitative analysis support, guidance, and capacity building to REACH country teams implementing MSNAs, and (3) develop packages to increase efficiency in key parts of the MSNA research cycle. This is a high visibility research programme including multiple projects and many of the process are currently manual or not interoperable. There will be the potential to support with further automation and efficiency in collaboration with IT and automation specialists as the organisational automation work and policies progresses.

REQUIREMENTSRequired qualifications
  • Academic: Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a master’s degree in relevant discipline, e.g. data science, computer science, geomatics, or statistics.
  • Years of work experience: At least 5 years of relevant working experience, of which at least two in development or humanitarian contexts. Familiarity with large, multisectoral or other forms of humanitarian needs assessments.
  • Data analysis skills: Excellent data analysis skills required, including an ability to build dashboards, merge datasets and create efficiencies in existing processes.
  • Software skills: Advanced knowledge of R and kobo required, including use of R-shiny. Knowledge of ArcGIS an advantage.
  • Capacity building skills and country support: Proven experience in conducting training and capacity building for teams and partners on assessment methods, including ability to mentor. Experience developing and implementing tools and guidance for teams working in humanitarian settings.
Desired qualifications
  • Database management skills and experience working with database languages such as SQL. Experience in coding data collection tools for mobile data collection platforms a strong asset.
  • A self-starter with a proven ability to work independently.
  • Working knowledge of Arabic, French, Spanish, or another relevant language.
  • Familiarity with the humanitarian aid system.
  • Experience in needs assessments, monitoring & evaluations, information management in field research settings or other field work in an international context.
CONDITIONS
  • For this position, gross salary is between 6,000 and 6,300 CHF monthly (before income tax). NB – IMPACT salaries are strictly determined by our salary grid depending on the grade of the position and the level of education and experience of staff. A contribution to medical insurance of 520 CHF per month is already included in the salary figure.
  • Insurance covering professional and non-professional accidents throughout the period of employment with IMPACT.
  • Health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance in case of field visits/temporary deployments.
  • Enrolment in IMPACT Initiatives Research Foundational Learning Programme within the first 3 months from the start of contract.
  • Applicants must hold a valid work permit for Switzerland or be EU/EFTA citizens.
  • Up to 40% of remote work on a weekly basis.

Please submit your application using the form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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