Data Officer

Job Description

As a Data Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the timely and accurate collection, management, and analysis of data at the union council level. You will ensure high-quality data entry, cleaning, validation, and reporting to maintain the integrity of the Integrated Communication Information Management System (ICIMS) and other project-related databases. Additionally, you will actively collaborate with Social Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) field teams to address data-related issues, enabling evidence-based decision-making and programmatic success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Management:

• Collect field data and enter it into ICIMS and other designated systems, ensuring accuracy and adherence to timelines.
• Collaborate with SBCC field staff, including Community Block Officers (CBOs) and Community Mobilizers (CMs), to resolve data-related challenges and ensure completeness and quality.
• Ensure all data is collected using the latest tools and methodologies aligned with project requirements.

Data Validation and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct 5% to 10% field and desk data validation exercises to ensure field data accuracy and integrity.
• Cross-check datasets against field records and other data sources to identify and rectify discrepancies.

Data Cleaning and Analysis:

• Perform data cleaning to eliminate errors, inconsistencies, and duplications.
• Verify the completeness of collected data and maintain a high standard of data reliability for further analysis.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain detailed records of daily tasks, data collection, and management processes.
• Generate and share routine and ad hoc reports based on program needs.
• Assist in the preparation of program-related documentation, including reports and summaries.

Coordination and Field Visits:

• Work closely with SBCC field teams to monitor data compliance, address gaps, and ensure timely submission of datasets.
• Conduct field visits, as necessary, to validate and cross-check data and provide on-ground support to field staff.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the Data Coordinator and other officials with tasks related to data management, as required.
• Contribute to improving data collection tools and methodologies to enhance the efficiency of project operations.

Disclaimer: This position is open to all qualified candidates without discrimination on the basis of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The organization reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified. The organization reserves the right to modify or cancel this job posting without prior notice. There will be no provision of an official laptop or any other such device; the individual selected has to utilize the