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Purpose of the position

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Data analyst to join our organization. The Senior Data analyst will be responsible for managing, analyzing spatial and non spatial datasets, conducting spatial analysis, and providing strategic insights through data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in data analysis and a deep understanding of statistical methods. This role requires exceptional skills in advanced data analytics, modeling, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a strong attention to detail.

Keywords: Data Science, Data Engineering, Machine Learning, GIS, Sprint Planning, Capacity building, ODK

What you'll do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

• Lead and mentor junior members of the data analysis team, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to uncover insights and trends, utilizing advanced statistical methods and techniques.
• Develop and implement complex statistical models to support business objectives and drive strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable insights.
• Design and create comprehensive data visualizations using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in data analysis techniques, and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Act as a subject-matter expert on data analysis best practices, providing guidance and expertise to stakeholders across the organization.
• Researches, and evaluates data solutions and libraries, providing recommendations on new technology relevant to exploration and growth.

Data Management

• SharePoint, Data Analytics, SNL and other mining and markets third party data sources
  Generator of Geospatial Knowledge and Analytics.
• Continuous improvement, keep abreast and apply new technologies that are fit for purpose within the GIS and Analytics fields.
• Owning Data Warehouse for Exploration and Growth.
• staff meetings, training classes and supervision.
• Adheres to Policies and Procedures.
• Adheres to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the field.

Who you are

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geoinformatics, Statistic, Geomatics, Mining Engineering, Data Analytics or related field
• A postgraduate Degree / Master's degree in Data science, Machine learning modeling
• Minimum of proven five (06) years experience as a Data Analyst, preferably in a senior role.
• Expert proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages commonly used for data analysis and manipulation
• Expert in data engineering and has done projects using Python or R programming language(Building pipelines)
• Expert in SQL, CQL, ThinkETL, Archetype Query Language (AQL)
• Expert in disease modeling with Python or R, spatial disease modeling is a plus
• Expert in Machine Learning application using Python or/and R
• Expert in SQL, CQL, ThinkETL, Archetype Query Language (AQL)
• Strong understanding of advanced statistical methods and techniques, including regression analysis, time series forecasting, and machine learning.
• Extensive experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or matplotlib.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with prior experience mentoring or leading a team of data analysts.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering actionable insights.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and reliable results.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of GIS data principles, practices and Techniques, Cartography and data collection systems.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Available projects on GitHhub

Certifications and Licenses

• Data Science Certification
• Data Engineering
• Machine Learning Application
• Data Analytics
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), AgilePgM- Optional

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About the Role 

• The Field Monitors will be responsible for monitoring various cooperating partners', vendors’ activities, and other activities within the monitoring and accountability program. The role involves working closely with beneficiaries, cooperating partners, retailers and vendors, community members and leaders, and other stakeholders to support the effective implementation of monitoring and assessment activities.

What you’ll do  

• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to the state Coordinators.
• Work with the LGA cooperating partners CP to monitor WFP food assistance program deliverables.
• Monitor and report issues in the CP food distribution sites on the quality and quantity of assistance provided to beneficiaries.
• Observe and report the process and timeliness of food distribution assistance delivery.
• Conduct FGD on the beneficiary's level of understanding about their entitlements
• Conduct onsite monitoring to ascertain beneficiary experiences at distribution points and beneficiary level of satisfaction with WFP’s assistance.
• Conduct retailer monitoring of selected WFP Retailer’s/trader’s standards of implementing WFP’s programme.
• Assess the beneficiary utilization of assistance received from WFP.
• Conduct regular Warehouse monitoring to validate stock balances and the status of food commodities delivered,
• Coordinates all TPM activities in the assigned LGA.
• Implement the team's monthly work plan and report to the State Coordinator.
• Ensures work packages and products are delivered to appropriate quality, in a set timeline.
• Upload field data collected to the WFP server, and safeguard all allocated work tools.
• Submits monitoring reports daily and ensures daily field Data submissions after validation.
• Maintain and Update plans, risk, issue and quality registers as well as any other registers/logs delegated by the State Coordinator.
• Regular supervision of field monitors and activity converges of TSFP, CBT-voucher
• Distribution monitoring, Livelihood activities, market price data collection and assigned field-level assessment.
• Attend monthly debriefing meetings and provide LGA-level updates to the program manager.
• Works closely with government, stakeholders and Cooperating Partners within the LGA to ensure smooth implementation of all TPM activities.
• Participates in coordination meetings in the LGA.
• Work closely with the security team to ensure all field activities are implemented within a safe environment.
• Reports directly to the State Coordinator on any tasks as assigned.
• Use assigned tools to monitor and report filed activity as assigned.
• Participate and promote a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.
• Adheres to policies and procedures.
• Adheres to eHealth Africa’s code of conduct as well as ethical standards.
• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, training classes, and supervision. Presents complex ideas and anticipates potential objections. Communicates any ramifications of decisions and issues to project stakeholders, and presents alternatives.
• Ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
• Flexible to be deployed to another location within short notice.
• Any other duty may be assigned.

Who you are 

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

Education

• Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, International Affairs, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 2 - 3 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring and assessment programming in a displacement settlement.
• Experience collecting programme output and outcome data, conducting process monitoring including quantitative and qualitative analysis and reporting.
• Previous working experience with host communities, IDPs and returnees, and in remote environments.
• Computer proficiency in  Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in data collection and reporting.
• Understanding of protection principles, likely protection concerns in the context, and best practices.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Maintains good professional ethical standards.
• Ability to keep discretion and handle confidential matters effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and under pressure. 
• Excellent written and spoken English and Hausa, Kanuri or other local languages used in the area is an asset.
• Familiarity with the cultural and social dynamics in the LGAs across Sokoto state  is required.

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About the Role

• The protection officer is responsible for implementing and managing protection, community feedback mechanisms and Accountability to Affected Population activities and engagements, and other activities within the monitoring and accountability program. The role involves working closely with beneficiaries, cooperating partners, retailers and vendors, community members and leaders, and other stakeholders to support the effective implementation of monitoring and assessment activities.

What you’ll do

• Contribute to design and the implementation of protection activities under the supervision of the line manager.
• Conduct protection monitoring activities at community and household levels following the project plan, organizational policies, and donor requirements using the established quantitative and qualitative tools.
• Monitor and report protection concerns arising from WFP food assistance.
• Report protection incidents, concerns, and challenges identified within target communities to the Protection Coordinator.
• Contribute to timely reports (daily updates, weekly reports and Monthly report).
• Prepare and submit regular progress reports to the supervisor promptly.
• Identify and mitigate potential protection risks related to the Monitoring and Assessment.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the rights and dignity of beneficiaries.
• Manage the project's community Feedback Mechanisms, ensuring the community remains central to the intervention.
• Verify data and information collected, service availability and access through interviews, direct observation and triangulation
• Facilitate Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) among community members on selected topics.
• Regular visits to activity sites within the LGA, ensuring comprehensive coverage of project activities.
• Plan and implement community engagement, sensitization, information dissemination, and awareness-raising activities.
• Contribute to the mapping of protection stakeholders and follow up with communities.
• Identify cases of protection concerns at household and community level for referral to internal services or specialized agencies.
• Support in planning and facilitating community members and stakeholder training, developing training materials, writing training reports and managing logistics.
• Provide support to field monitors and other staff involved in monitoring and accountability activities.
• Collaborate with other NGOs, government agencies, and stakeholders to coordinate WFP food assistance activities.
• Represent eHA in meetings and other external engagements at the field level, ensuring eHA visibility.
• Maintain and/or develop an adequate network with all relevant stakeholders at the field level to have a good analysis of the situation and updated information relevant to the work of the organization.
• Carry out activities in line with the do no harm principle.
• Coordinate, implement, monitor, and report on gender equality and women empowerment programs.
• Conduct community-based dialogues and facilitate discussions on women’s rights, leadership, and gender equality.
• Organize capacity-building workshops for stakeholders on gender issues.
• Provide other support as required

Who you are

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

Education

• Degree in Law, Human Rights, International Affairs, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 2 - 3 years of relevant professional experience in protection programming in a displacement settlement.
• Previous working experience with host communities, IDPs and returnees, and in remote environments.
• Computer proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in data collection and reporting.
• Strong understanding of protection principles, likely protection concerns in the context, and best practices.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Maintains good professional ethical standards.
• Ability to keep discretion and handle confidential matters effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and under pressure.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Hausa, Kanuri or other local languages used in the area is an asset.
• Familiarity with the cultural and social dynamics in the LGAs across the desired location is an advantage.

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About the Role

• The Community Engagement Assistant will play a vital role in bridging the gap between the organization and the community by facilitating communication, supporting project implementation, managing administrative tasks, and fostering collaborative relationships.

What you’ll do

• Work with teams to design and implement community-based activities that encourage community members to express their needs and preferences. This involves planning awareness campaigns and information dissemination efforts.
• Serve as the main point of contact for communication with local authorities and community members, ensuring their feedback is collected and addressed.
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, workshops, and events to promote awareness of available support services and gather input from community members.
• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of project activities at the community level, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community needs.
• Support capacity-building activities by organizing training sessions for community members and local stakeholders.
• Participate in data collection activities, including surveys and assessments, to evaluate project impact and community needs.
• Maintain accurate records of all community-based activities, providing regular updates and reports to the protection coordinator.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local leaders, service providers, and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and resource sharing.
• Ensure effective communication between the organization and the community to promote transparency and trust.
• Support the monitoring of project activities against established indicators, helping to assess effectiveness and inform future programming decisions.
• Coordinate logistics for events, training sessions, and other community engagement activities.
• Develop clear procedures, channels, and formats for submitting feedback or complaints, such as hotlines, suggestion boxes, complaint forms, or community meetings.
• Establish mechanisms for recording, tracking, and responding to complaints in a systematic and timely manner to ensure accountability and transparency in the resolution process.
• Ensure confidentiality and sensitivity in handling complaints
• Uphold the principles of confidentiality and sensitivity when handling complaints to protect the privacy and dignity of complainants.
• Establish safeguards and protocols to maintain the confidentiality of complainants identities and sensitive information throughout the complaint-handling process.
• Document and analyze feedback to inform project improvements.
• Analyze feedback data to identify recurring themes, trends, and areas for improvement in project implementation or service delivery
• Provide support and guidance to project staff on addressing complaints
• Ensuring that beneficiaries understand how to access the feedback mechanism, what types of issues they can raise, and what to expect in terms of response times and follow-up actions.

Who you are

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

Education

• Degree in Social Science, Development Studies, International Affairs, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• 2 years of relevant professional experience in protection programming in a displacement settlement.
• Previous working experience with host communities, IDPs and returnees, and in remote environments.
• Computer proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in data collection and reporting.
• Strong understanding of protection principles, likely protection concerns in the context, and best practices.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Maintains good professional ethical standards.
• Ability to keep discretion and handle confidential matters effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and under pressure
• Familiarity with the cultural and social dynamics in the LGAs across Sokoto, Zamfara and Kano is an advantage.