FHI 360 Recruiting for Data Hub Specialist

Company Description:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Hub Specialist

Requisition: 2019201840
Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Supervisor: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor

Basic Function

• The Database Specialist will partner closely with State and LGA-level education authorities in both states, as well as project staff and other stakeholders, to build capacity in data collection, management, visualization, analysis, utilization, and oversee the flow of education data collection from a range of sources and ensure that data is used for decision-making.
• Under the supervision of the MEL Advisor, the Data Hub Specialist will oversee the development and management of education-oriented Data Hub activities within the USAID Addressing Education in Northeast Nigeria (AENN) activity in both Borno and Yobe states.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to state partners and data managers to strengthen Data Hub monitoring systems. Manage the information-gathering process for results and performance reports, in addition to other briefings, summaries, papers, presentations, etc. for various audiences as needed, related to Data Hub activities.
• Document good practices, lessons learned, data to inform policy, and implementation issues, etc. Collaborate with the HQ R&E team across various aspects of project work related to the Data Hubs.
• Carry out all other tasks to support monitoring, assessments and research in AENN sites. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide overall technical and managerial coordination for all Data Hub and related work within the AENN program.
• Develop and manage work plans and budgets for Data Hub activities. Evaluate the capacity of key partners and develop a capacity building plan related to Data Hub work for education authorities and other stakeholders in both Borno and Yobe states.  
• Lead capacity building efforts with a range of partners and stakeholders around data collection, management, analysis, visualization, reporting and utilization.   Oversee design and implementation of Data Hub systems at LGEA level (including data collection, data flow management, data management, analysis, visualization and results reporting).   Support the preparation and organization of AENN review meetings, including the semi-annual adaptive management workshop.  

Requirements

• Strong background in geospatial and health information systems (GIS), data utilization, data management, information management and/or database management is required and NGO/INGO preferably.
• Experience working in crisis or conflict-affected areas is required.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage
• B.Sc/BA degree in Computer Engineering, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent with 7 – 9 years post national youth service and relevant experience.
• Or MSc/MA in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics or its recognized equivalent, and 5 – 7 years post national youth service and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Well-organized, with ability to track multiple project activities and deadlines.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding formative learning processes.
• Proficient writing and verbal communication skills.  Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain good working rapport with staff and other AENN partners.
• Relevant computer software and internet skills (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).  Familiarity with ODK software and/or tablet-based monitoring is desired.
• Ability to travel within Nigeria minimum 40%.
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation of education programming in Nigeria. Knowledge of education in emergency concepts is an added advantage Basic project management skills, such as developing work plans and budgets.
• Strong background in information management, ideally including government information management systems in education or a related sector. Knowledge of information management technologies.
• Experience partnering with governments on capacity building activities.
• Ability to speak Kanuri or Hausa is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of how to effectively visualize and utilize data for decision-making.
• Ability to use wide range of technologies for data management and visualization. Experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software and working knowledge of data processing computer packages.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Pension plan
• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.
• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note:This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.