Are you ready to pursue an exciting opportunity with a progressive humanitarian organisation in a senior management role? Would you thrive working in one of the world’s most challenging humanitarian regions, the Middle East and ?
Who are we?
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and the wider international humanitarian community possess a robust understanding of the effects of disasters through data modelling, but there is still an underutilization of such models to anticipate and predict conflict events. DRC has developed the FORESIGHT model which combines community, mobility and other data to forecast conflict-induced displacement. However, the capacity to take action from such forecasts remains limited. To address this, DRC aims to amalgamate community-led data gathering and disaster predictive modelling, creating anticipatory action mechanisms that can help prepare for and anticipate population movements resulting from conflict disasters. The project intends to refine the predictive model to incorporate community-level data, test the model in different contexts, and develop a global framework that showcases the effectiveness of the predictive model for the wider humanitarian community
Overall purpose of the role:
The IM Specialist will be responsible for collecting, analysing, and disseminating information related to displacement predictions modelling and protection information monitoring for DRC Asia-Europe and Middle East and North Africa Regional Offices. The successful candidate will support the organization’s efforts to protect vulnerable populations, anticipate, prepare for, and respond to displacement crises. They will work closely with the organization’s teams to ensure that accurate and timely information is available for decision-making.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Anticipatory Action (AA) Initiative:
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Develop and maintain displacement prediction models using relevant tools and techniques
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Conduct data pre-processing and data wrangling using R or Python
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Develop and produce regular reports on displacement trends, necessary visualizations, maps and other visual aids
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Attend relevant meetings and conferences to stay abreast of the latest developments in protection information monitoring and displacement predictions modelling
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Participate in the organization’s emergency response efforts as needed
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Information Management
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Establish and continuously enhance an information management system tailored to the Regional Offices’ specific needs
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Support Country Offices to establish/strengthen their information management systems
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Build capacity within the organization by conducting trainings and workshops on information management best practices
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Collaborate with program managers and technical teams to integrate information management into project design and implementation
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Monitor, organize and manage data collected and analyse trends and relevant indicators that will inform decision making
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Produce information products such as monitoring reports, dashboards and infographics for use by both internal and external stakeholders.
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MEAL Support
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Implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for projects to track progress against objectives and indicators
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Support the dissemination of learning products internally and externally to contribute to sector-wide knowledge development
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Provide technical assistance and capacity building support to field staff on data collection, analysis, and management
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Monitor utilization of community feedback mechanisms to ensure beneficiary participation, accountability, and responsiveness
Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
- Required
- Fully conversant with a programming language – either R or Python
- Experience in developing predictive models is mandatory
- Experience with developing forecasting/prediction models with R or Python is desirable
- At least (3) years of experience in information management, data management, statistics, or a related field
- Knowledge of establishing and maintaining Information Management or Data Management Systems
- Experience working in humanitarian contexts and in Asia and/or the Middle East is a plus
- Demonstrated experience with electronic data collection procedures and solutions (ODK, Kobo, Qualtrics, ONA, SurveyCTO etc)
- Desirable
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Dashboard development preferably using PowerBI
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of SQL and GIS software is an added advantage
Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, computer science, or a related field
- Certification or successful completion in R or Python or a relevant data analytics course
Languages:
- English – Excellent verbal and writte
- Arabic- fluency would be an asset
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: (12) Months
Start date: May 1st, 2025
Duty station: Amman, Jordan
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals. This position will be placed at G1 band non-management.
How to apply
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English following this link. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: April 2nd, 2024
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right of conducting tests and interviews before the closing date, and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.