Information management and data processing

• Maintain the 4Mi data collection platform, ensuring that information is of high quality, safely stored and shared, well organized and retrievable, and that data protection guidelines are met.
• Ensure the regular availability of clean datasets for the region and for global use: create and maintain data validation tools, export data in appropriate formats, and validate and clean 4Mi data, working in close collaboration with 4Mi Project Manager and 4Mi colleagues at the global level.
• Conduct IM and data processing in compliance with internal procedures.
• Lead technical elements related to 4Mi monitor trainings and provide continuous technical support to monitors.
• Lead and ensure liaison with MMC global team on survey design, coding, processing and analysis SOPs.
• Lead on MMC AP information management database.

Survey design

• Responsible for ensuring quality of survey coding and adherence to global standards.
• Revise the coding of the survey as required, and in line with MMC standards, coordinating with the 4Mi Global Coordinator as relevant.

Data analysis and creation of knowledge products

• Take lead in developing data visualization systems and appropriate infographics to turn MMC’s data into accessible graphic products.
• In liaison with the MMC AP team, conduct quantitative analysis to create both visual and written materials (including maps), for use in presentations, on the MMC website, in 4Mi snapshots, and other products.
• Designs the layouts of reports and presentations using MMC templates ensuring attractiveness and clarity of information products.
• Contribute to dissemination of knowledge products, including the updating of the regional hub’s page on the MMC website.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a dissemination plan for all information products.
• Stay up to date on mixed migration dynamics in the region.

Strategy and standards

• Contribute to the development of MMC AP’s research agenda and advocacy strategy.
• Ensure the compliance of MMC standards and guidelines related to information management and data protection.
• Work with the regional 4Mi Project Manager as well as colleagues across the 4Mi network to develop standardized information management tools, and to improve information management and data processing standards for 4Mi.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a minimum 3 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in information management, database management, mapping, and web development.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Statistics, Social Sciences, economics, or a relevant field
• Experience in handling and processing large datasets through electronic data collection: knowledge of ODK form design using XLS syntax and experience with ODK or Ona database is required.
• Knowledge of different data collection methodologies and proven capacity to analyze statistical information. Knowledge of programs and/or programming languages (e.g., MS Excel / SPSS / R / Stata) for quantitative analysis is essential. Knowledge of 4Mi is an advantage.
• Proven record in handling and processing several large datasets and data cleaning/validation processes.
• Proven record in data collection, compilation, analysis, and reporting with record of production of written and visual knowledge products based on quantitative data. Ability to write in a clear and concise manner with strong oral communication skills.
• Proven skills in data management and visualization through use of software like MS SharePoint, QGIS / ArcGIS, and MS PowerBI.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, while being independently motivated.
• High level of proficiency in English