Data Manager And Analyst

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.      Database Management and Innovation Understand, maintain and innovate a protection monitoring system database that improves Mercy Corps’ ability to inform program implementation, analyze data, and represent impact to key stakeholders. Ensure all relevant program staff (protection monitors, team leaders) are able to utilize the database to analyze program information and results Design, adapt and maintain the database and data collection tools in conjunction with the MEL team to match strategic program or implementation changes Provide training in use of data management, data collection and analysis tools, including FormHub, ODK Collect, Google Fusion Tables, CKAN, and MS Office products, to team members Advise the Protection team, MEL Unit and management team on how the database systems and tools need to be maintained and managed to ensure maximum flexibility with growing programs Review protection data being collected in order to locate and fix problems with data entry or integrity Document database  contents, protocols and update manuals for smooth functioning of the data management system Manage regular synchronizations / backups of data Troubleshoot front and back end issues with the database, including any synchronization issues with field-level data entry Develop new databases, as necessary, and find ways to integrate information from other databases to support better organizational utilization of data   2.      Implement System and Tools Work as part of a broader team to design, facilitate and support data collection and analysis systems including baseline, annual, and endline surveys, regular monitoring, data collection and analysis, feedback and reporting according to the DM&E workplan. Generate data reports (tables/graphs/reports) from the database at regular intervals, ensuring reports/information are available for program implementation staff as required. Facilitate data analysis with program implementation team as requested Conduct regular field visits to Beqaa and the South to ensure all elements of the data system is being utilized effectively, assessing and identifying breakdowns and areas that require clarifications and improvements Coordinate with field-based managers to implement system corrections and adjustments, solving operational issues and documenting actions taken and next steps Follow-up with relevant stakeholders on agreed upon system corrections, adjustments and actions, informing and strategizing with the MEL team, as necessary. Develop information sharing platforms with multiple applications to improve coordination and knowledge sharing among other teams.    3.      Staff Training and Capacity Building Work closely with protection team and MEL Manager to develop and deliver staff/partner trainings, improving capacities in monitoring and evaluation and database management: data collection, entry, verification and analysis; and other identified needs Follow up on trainings by mentoring staff/partners to develop identified technical skills one-on-one Build data management and analysis skills among Mercy Corps staff, including data entry, verification, and report generation Prepare reference sheets and develop guides on developing data management or visualization applications (such as ODK Scan, using Google Fusion Tables, or Maps in a box) and how to setup information sharing systems. Contribute to understanding of and support for mobile data collection hardware and software.   4.      Analyze Data and Reporting Review or edit data in reports as requested and required by UNHCR and Mercy Corps protection sector. Produce analytical summaries: graphs, charts, tables, narratives and appealing visuals, as requested, to fulfill internal and external reporting requirements Liaise with other Mercy Corps teams as required to ensure that the protection databases complement and align with other organizational databases accurate information and reporting process.  This will ensure that data on project outputs and project impacts are aligned and reported together. Develop user-friendly web-based data visualization applications to facilitate analysis and organizational learning.