FSL Database Officer at ACTED Nigeria

Location: Monguno, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract length: 6 Months with possibility of extension
Level: D2-4 (national contract)
Start date: As soon as possible

Job Brief

• In light of the displacement in the northeastern part of Nigeria, ACTED has set up an office in Monguno to respond to the humanitarian needs. ACTED is therefore looking for a Database Officer to support its mission in Borno State.

Responsibilities

• The design and management of operational databases and data sheets
• Code and work with ODK and Kobo applications for Android platforms
• Maintaining updated program databases
• Entering data provided into the appropriate software AND data analysis
• Ability to create a formal site monitoring tool for handheld devices (phones, tablets), site residence database and monthly demographic reports
• Ensure timely and adequate registration of IDPs in / out camp, including identification of persons with specific needs in coordination with protection partners.
• Maintaining the beneficiaries’ database updating this database daily based on new arrivals and new departures
• Promptly complying with requests for demographic information by ACTED’s FOOD DISTRIBUTION team and by other partners/stakeholders
• Monitor status of population and highlighting trends
• Treat community members in a sensitive and humane manner
• Create and maintain distribution muster roll and reporting tools
• Installing and maintaining a small computer network (server + 3 to 6). Resolving issues in all IT related distribution registration
• Any other tasks assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a University Degree in Statistics / IT / Computer Sciences, or closely related field
• Languages: English required (Hausa and Kanuri - added advantage)
• Experienced with use of Excel, Access, SPSS, and other statistical packages.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of computer based software development and data / information management with NGO ideally involved in the direct implementation of field level humanitarian assistance to refugees or IDPs
• Experience in MIS / Data Management
• Technical skills such as Microsoft Office, ODK, and Kobo
• Technical skills in using tablets/cells and Android devices for data collection
• Experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities, and UN organizations.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of Nigerian displacement context
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and team-playing skills
• Highly flexible, with the ability to use initiative
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and values
• Understanding of gender, protection and human rights
• Commitment to promoting gender equality
• Ability and willingness to work and live in challenging conditions.

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