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Data Management Officer

International Rescue Committee

Location

Adjumani, Kiryandongo

Category

Data

Job Type

On-site

Work Hours

Full Time

Deadline

8th March 2026

Job Description

The Data Management Officer is responsible for the effective management, analysis, and reporting of protection data to support high-quality program implementation. The role ensures accurate, timely, and secure data collection and management in line with organizational, donor, and international data protection standards. The Data Officer will support protection programs, including Child Protection (CP), Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and other vulnerable groups, ensuring that data systems strengthen case management, service delivery, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making. In the event of a humanitarian emergency, the role holder will adapt to evolving operational needs, including working flexible hours and supporting emergency data systems as required.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Design, maintain, and improve data management systems for protection programming (e.g., CPIMS/GBVIMS or similar platforms).
  • Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data entry by caseworkers and field teams.
  • Develop and maintain data management plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and data flow diagrams.
  • Conduct regular data quality checks (DQAs) to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
  • Maintain structured data storage systems (electronic and physical where applicable).
  • Ensure regular database backups and system security updates.
  • Analyse protection data to identify trends, gaps, risks, and service needs.
  • Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and donor reports.
  • Develop dashboards, visualizations, and statistical summaries to support program decision-making.
  • Support proposal development with accurate baseline data and evidence.
  • Provide real-time data summaries during Project Implementation.
  • Compile and present findings in clear, non-technical language for program teams and management.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational data protection policies and international standards (e.g., CPIMS SOPs, IASC data protection guidelines).
  • Safeguard sensitive protection data, especially concerning children, GBV survivors, and other vulnerable groups.
  • Control database access and maintain user permissions.
  • Promote confidentiality and ethical data handling across all protection staff.
  • Train case workers, Protection Officers, and field staff on data collection tools and information management systems.
  • Develop user guides, training materials, and refresher sessions.
  • Provide ongoing troubleshooting and technical support.
  • Strengthen staff understanding of data quality, confidentiality, and reporting standards.
  • Collaborate with MEAL teams to ensure alignment between indicators, tools, and reporting systems.
  • Support development and revision of data collection tools.
  • Contribute to evaluations, assessments, and learning reviews.
  • Ensure indicators are properly defined, tracked, and reported.
  • Work closely with Protection Managers, Coordinators, and field teams to ensure data informs programming.
  • Support inter-agency information sharing mechanisms where appropriate and compliant.
  • Participate in protection working group data initiatives as required.

Requirements, Qualifications and Competences

  • Bachelor’s degree in information management, Statistics, Computer Science, Social Work, Development Studies, or related field.
  • Additional certification in data management, database systems, or information systems is an added advantage.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in data management, preferably within protection or humanitarian programming.
  • Proven experience working with protection data systems (e.g., CPIMS, GBVIMS, or similar).
  • Experience in data analysis, dashboard development, and donor reporting.
  • Experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
  • Experience in humanitarian or emergency response settings is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of protection principles including child protection and GBV case management.
  • Advanced proficiency in database systems, Excel (advanced), and CommCare, with demonstrated ability to integrate data for real-time visualization and dashboard development using tools such as Power BI.
  • Ability to integrate GIS tools into data analysis for beneficiary mapping, spatial analysis, and geographic visualization to support evidence-based program planning and decision-making
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and present complex data clearly.
  • Strong understanding of data protection and ethical data management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee(IRC) helps people affected by humanitarian crises to survive, recover, and rebuild their lives. Today, we deliver lasting impact by providing health care, helping children learn, and empowering individuals and communities to become self-reliant, always with a focus on the unique needs of women and girls. Our work spans more than 40 crisis-affected countries, and we provide resettlement, asylum, and integration services in communities across the United States and Europe.

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Status Active
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Location Adjumani, Kiryandongo
Job Type On-site

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