DRC is seeking an experienced IM Coordinator to strengthen its information management in the midst of its scale up to respond to the current drought in Somalia. The IM Coordinator will harmonize the system of data collection, processing, analysis and dissemination across the DRC operations. This includes the provision of technical input and support on information management to the SMS field teams and other relevant units as requested/required. Produce high-quality IM products for reporting, advocacy and support to DRC’s internal monitoring and evaluation.
Responsibilities:
Establish Information Management system and develop forms, tools and databases for capturing, evaluating and improving project
implementation
Ensure consistent response from the MEAL department to requests for information
Explore innovative means for capturing and using data, storing information and documentation, and managing information
In collaboration with the IT & MEAL departments, design and maintain a web-based platform for capturing and sharing implementation
data and information.
Ensure that all sources of verification are cross-examined prior to reporting
Supervise and build the capacity of database assistants in order to ensure that data is refined to meet high quality standards
Ensure timely and effective collection of data from data sources and identify appropriate data sources.
Mapping sector Program activities using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or any other web-based system that reflects area and
type of organization interventions
Ensure every programme has a documented engagement with beneficiaries in initial, mid-term and before closure of the project with
learning points shared and actioned.
Produce monthly reports of project progress including accurate data-analysis and gaps
Produce and update information products such as reports, charts, info-graphics and other visual materials in order to support and improve
project implementation and reporting
Update 3W matrix with information and data from the relevant sector.
Ensure the security of all shared information
Disseminate reports to clusters, donors and stakeholders as requested
Conduct data quality checks to the data/information periodically
Create online forms as requested by the MEAL Manager
Under the supervision of the MEAL Manager, establish Information/Database Management policies and procedures
Undertake any other tasks assigned by the line manager
As Coordinator the post-holder is responsible for the following:
Responsible for coordinating strategy and operations within a specific discipline in a region or country
Usually has technical line responsibilities within a given discipline, for both strategy and operations
Provides expert advice and support to set strategy and assure operational quality and compliance
Qualifications and Experience
At least 5 years of relevant work experience of which at least 2 years combined field and/or headquarters experience in international organizations (e.g. UN agencies, INGOs, IOs, bilateral cooperation agencies, etc.)
Masters in Social Sciences, Economics, Development Studies or other relevant field
Demonstrated experience and skills in data analysis and visualization software such as PowerBI, GIS, Tableau.
Proven skills to analyze statistical information and ability to compile and holistically analyze diverse datasets.
Demonstrated information management skills and demonstrated understanding of different data collection methodologies, especially in relation to protection, human rights and humanitarian assessment and monitoring data.
Strong understanding and experience in implementing relational databases.
Experience with handling confidential data.
Ability to formulate IM-related technical requirements and Operating Procedures.
Ability to translate planning-specifications into technical briefs for data capture and analysis, and vice versa.
