The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Job Overview/Summary:

The WPE Data Assistant, under the direct supervision of the MEAL Officer, will support the implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation activities for the Women’s Protection and Empowerment Program in Rakhine. He/She   will play a key role in ensuring that data collection, data entry and data analysis for the project is undertaken in a timely and efficient way, and one that allows data to be used for program improvement and learning. He/She requires close collaboration with MEAL, WPE program, and field teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection, entry, cleaning, and reporting. The position is based in Sittwe, with regular communication and coordination with field staff. Occasional travel to project sites may be required depending on operational needs.

Major Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Evaluation for IRC direct implementation

  • Assist MEAL officer and MEAL Manager to identify data collection requirements and methods for log frame indicators and other information needs.
  • Responsible for submitting assigned data entry and reports in accordance with the reporting requirements as well as assisting in internal and external reports
  • Assist in preparation of out coming survey or assessment related to project activities, entry data, and assist in data translation as needed.
  • Assist in the conduct of regular field visits to undertake activity monitoring (spot checks) and ensure the quality of process and data collected by IRC program staff and to verify the accuracy of reported data
  • Conduct regular center assessment to assess the basic quality of IRC women's and girls’ wellness centers.
  • Assist in training IRC and partner staff on data management, including data collection methods, use of software (Kobo, Comm Care), recording, analysis, reporting, and data protection and ethics
  • Support in identifying and documenting appropriate accountability mechanisms for adoption by program
  • Responsible with data management to both internal and partner’s data.
  • Any other tasks assigned according to program needs

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to:  MEAL Officer
Position directly supervises:  MEAL Manager and WPE Managers

What should you have?  

Education:

  • Bachelors ‘Degree in social science or any related field

Work Experience:

  • Minimum one or two years of experience in data management in a humanitarian UN/INGO/LNGO context

Competency

  • Skilled in using MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • Experience in mapping systems and software i.e.: Kobo, CommCare, Power BI, QGIS is an asset
  • Data management skills
  • Ability to work systematically, accurately, Independently and under pressure
  • Knowledge Women’s Protection and Empowerment Program  
  • Willingness to travel and work in Internally Displaced Persons camps and rural villages when necessary

Language Skills:

  • Working Knowledge of English language is an asset.
  • Good Knowledge of Rakhine and Burmese language skills are favorable.

Certificates or Licenses:

  • Any relevant job requirements in this position

Remark: Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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