SNV Ethiopia Vacancy Announcement

Company: SNV Ethiopia

Application Deadline: June 10, 2024

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Company Overview:

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we focus on gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, we aim to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems to enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.

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Vacant Position:

Title: Data Management and Knowledge Advisor
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contract Type: National employment contract
Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.
Expected Start Date: August 1, 2024

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Job Description:

Project Description:

SNV is seeking funding from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (EKN) for the second phase of the BRIDGE project. BRIDGE+ supports the dairy sector in Ethiopia through ten components, including extension, input markets, output markets and market linkages, nutrition, food safety, professionalization, action research, MEAL, policy and partnerships, and GESI. The project uses a market-based approach, operating in various regions of the country, creating impact at the dairy farmer level and contributing to sector transformation.

Purpose of the Job:

The overall purpose of the position is to oversee the development and use of data systems within the BRIDGE+ project. The position holder is responsible for overseeing all knowledge-related activities, including the management, capturing, sharing, and accessibility of knowledge assets of the project.

Key Activities:

1. Data Systems Design and Implementation:

• Design and implement standardized database management systems and procedures.
• Oversee the upgrading of the database system.
• Ensure effective data management, formulate data collection techniques, and implement secure procedures for data handling and analysis.
• Design and implement data integration, transformation, and migration processes.
• Manage the project LogAlto data management system together with the MEAL advisor.

1. Data Quality and Security:

• Ensure timely and quality data entry from project functional units and partners.
• Perform data quality audits, validations, and corrections.
• Implement data security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, modification, or disclosure.

1. Data Analysis and Accessibility:

• Undertake data analysis of project performance and survey/assessment data.
• Generate analytical summaries, charts, visualizations, dashboards, and ad hoc reports from databases.

1. Knowledge Management:

• Design and lead the implementation of strategies to enhance knowledge management.
• Create opportunities to generate, capture, and synthesize project information through knowledge management tools.
• Facilitate and coordinate the production cycle for knowledge products.
• Manage the project SharePoint and other knowledge and data sharing platforms.

1. SNV-MEAL Community Practice Group/Team:

• Participate in the SNV-MEAL community practice group/team to contribute to learning and exchange.

1. Other Duties:

• Perform any other related duties assigned by the Project Manager – BRIDGE+.

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Skill and Educational Background:

• Education:
• BA/B.Sc. degree in Economics, Statistics, Agri-business, Data Science, M&E/Project Management, Information Systems, or related fields.
• Master’s degree in these fields is preferable.
• Experience:
• At least 5 years’ experience in facilitating data management and knowledge development.
• Practical skills in digital data management systems, SPSS, Stata, MIS, and data modeling and analysis tools.
• Competencies:
• Problem analysis
• Coaching
• Focus on quality
• Result orientation
• Persuasiveness

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Additional Information:

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa
• Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget availability.

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Application Instructions:

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on June 10, 2024. Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be kept in the strictest confidence.

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SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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For further information, contact SNV Ethiopia through their official communication channels.