Data Management Officer at Plan International

Department: Program

Reports to: Field Coordinator with Technical line Monitoring and Evaluation Manager

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Plan International Nigeria, Maiduguri Office
Purpose:
Responsible for data management of the Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS). He/ She Communicates within Plan International Nigeria, partners and related government institutions. The post holder will manage the CPIMS interfacing with other programme team members. The post holder will also contribute towards the capacity building of Plan Internationals implementing partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure prompt and accurate entry of all case management forms, including clear procedures for form submission, data quality checks, filing and sharing (i.e. data flow).
• File and store hard copy files in lockable file cabinets and input transfer information into the database
• Extract individual case information from the database for caseworkers to facilitate managing their caseload and undertaking case management activities
• Ensure regular analysis of the caseload to support reporting and caseload needs/trends
• Ensure regular communication with the other Data Management team members for updates on achievements and challenges
• Provide technical and management leadership to the information management component of the Case Management program in accordance with best practice and Plan policy.
• Ensure that a solid information management system, including data protection protocols and information sharing protocols, is in place for confidential, safe and accurate documentation, filing, storing and usage of information collected on children harmed or at risk of being harmed
• Ensure regular communication with the Case Management Supervisor for updates on caseload analysis, trends, achievements and challenges

Qualifications and Experience:

• Technical diploma or degree in computer science, engineering, social work, human rights, or related degree desired
• At least 1-2 years’ experience of implementing information management and/or child protection programs, preferable social work or case management, in humanitarian or development settings
• Demonstrated understanding of information management principles, tools and systems, knowledge of and experience in using the IA CP IMS preferred
• Previous experience in managing and analyzing large amounts of data preferred
• Previous experiences establishing and maintaining organizational systems and processes preferred
• Good computer skills such as: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, IA CPIMS

Physical Environment and Demands:
Based in Maiduguri, Borno State with field visits to lead and supervise programme activities.

Level of Contact with Children:
High contact- the job responsibilities of this position require the post holder to have frequent contact with children. It is expected that children shall be protected at all times.