Assistant Data Management Officer (P1 - Unops) - International Post

Manage the use, maintenance and technical support of databases used in the operation (registration, voluntary repatriation, resettlement, etc.) including planning and overseeing data collection, input and verifications; production of standard and ad hoc reports. Analyse and respond to report requests from UNHCR staff, local governments, partners, donors and Headquarters. Facilitate and /or undertake additional data collection activities including planning and coordinating data collection methodologies and analysis with relevant staff of other offices in the country, Regional Hub and/or Headquarters, as applicable. Be responsible for the registration (“proGres”) database, oversee data input and reporting in close collaboration with other officers (protection, registration, community services, etc.). Provide training , as necessary, to UNHCR staff as well as staff-members of implementing partners in relevant aspects of data management; Liaise with Headquarters on new reporting requirements and procedures as needed; conduct data collection audits in order to ensure that no unnecessary data collection is occurring and to ensure that all necessary data is being captured; assist in development of new data collection and data analysis tools, including efficient data capturing forms; and create and maintain databases and spread sheets that meet operational requirements. May be required to coordinate withGISofficers to ensure that data collection is compatible withGISas necessary. Archive and backup database systems; ensure security of databases; perform database administrator functions. Assist in compiling and calculating statistics for resettlement, population figures, indicators, and other standard, annual, periodic and special statistical reports. Assist all units in creation, design and maintenance of  database and spread sheets that meet operational requirements; Supervise support staff in the Unit. Perform other duties as required.