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Position Data Officer
Department Programme
Duty Station KIGOMA
Vacancies 1
Due Date 2026-07-27
Recruitment Type
REPLACEMENT
Employment Type
FULL TIME
Duties & Responsibilities
Data Management
To conduct regular data collection and ensure the quality of the data by random verifications and validations

To record, manage and preserve monitoring and evaluation data in a safe and accessible environment

To analyze and discuss findings based on regular monitoring data

Provide technical support on M&E and evidence-based recommendations to the relevant Project Manager and Partners.

Ensure that the implementation of field activities adheres to UMAT’s monitoring and evaluation system

Provide inputs, information, and statistics for quarterly, biannual, annual, and other reports to Project Management Team and UMATI

Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Project Management in preparing relevant reports;

Support monitoring and evaluation of the effects and impact of the project;

Assist in coordinating across the available components of the Project to ensure effective implementation of M&E;

Assist the project personnel with M&E tools and in supporting them in their use; • Performing quality checks on data, including data cleaning and verification of data;

Support UMATI management to Identify and effectively manage all key field-related risks during the project implementation;

Identify lessons learned and develop case studies to capture qualitative outputs of the project. Provide advice to the supervisor on improving project performance using M&E findings;

Support the M&E team in dealing with any other tasks as may be required;

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in statistics, Demography, public policy, economics, or a related field.

A Master’s degree in M&E, statistics, Demography, economics, or a related area is an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE
At least 4 years of experience in the design and implementation of M&E activities on health, gender, or international development projects. Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management, and developing M&E and/or performance monitoring plans. Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports; Experience managing M&E activities in donor-funded programs is an added advantage Experience and skills in using quantitative and qualitative data analysis tools (statistical package) Expertise in analysing data using statistical software;

QUALITIES
Knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, mixed method, and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies. Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages. Strong training & facilitation skills Good knowledge of program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation techniques and practices. Sound knowledge of research and evaluation principles and methods • Good analysis and evaluation skills Well-developed presentation and writing skills Good planning and organizing skills Good command over report writing in English Excellent computer knowledge with command of MS Excel among other packages of MS Office Familiarity with impact assessment is an advantage Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and result-oriented approach; Possession of cultural awareness and sensitivity including gender; Capacity to work under, pressure, manage stress, and adapt to rapidly evolving situations; Outstanding analytical and writing skills, with demonstrated ability to write quality technical reports. Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Exceptional skills in team-building and collaboration as well as experience in coaching or mentoring others in project implementation. Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including presentation skills

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