International NGO Safety Organisation Information Manager Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
As the Information Manager, you are responsible for understanding all Conflict & Humanitarian Data Centre (CHDC) data entry, capabilities, storage, and security. You will hire, manage, and train your team. You are the focal point for CHDC and the Partner’s Portal (IPP). In addition, you will provide technical support to the programs team for creating visualizations and dashboards. This position reports to the Deputy Director.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Management
Supervise and support Information unit staff
Provide technical trainings and recruit the team
Maintain data security practices and confidentiality
Advise the country program on best practices in cybersecurity and information management
Conflict & Humanitarian Data Centre (CHDC)
Be the focal point of CHDC and understand the methodology with expert knowledge of the platform
Ensure that information recorded is correctly categorized, promptly updated, and is properly accessed
Monitor, assess, and continuously improve the accuracy and precision of data collected
Provide CHDC training and inductions to staff
INSO Partners Portal (IPP)
Be the focal point of IPP and understand the registration process
Guide the partners through the registration process and provide solutions to questions about the system
Monitor and update the registration of INSO partners
Visualization activities
Fill information needs and sources in collaboration with the team
Aggregate data for analysis and presentation
Produce high quality maps, graphs, and other products to support INSO’s analysis and facilitate NGOs’ understanding of the conflict
Provide visual-relevant inputs to field missions
Technical Reference
Support the Training Manager in providing and designing technical trainings to staff and partners as required
Train Information staff on data-entry responsibilities and data integrity
Manage and regularly update SharePoint folders with relevant materials
Requirements
Essential
Master’s degree or equivalent in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, GIS, or relevant field
Fluency in English
3 or more years of experience in data management and visualization, in a similar humanitarian organization and context
Experience with Power BI and DAX, or similar BI software (such as Tableau)
Knowledge of database management using SQL
Knowledge in scripting languages such as Python or R
Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to GIS and the management of information in crises contexts
Staff management experience
Nice to Have
Working knowledge of Arabic
Previous working experience in Sudan
Staff management experience
Experience with ArcGIS and strong technical skills including creating topologically correct shapefiles and geodatabases.
Prior knowledge of relevant region context is an asset, working experience in this region a plus.
Working experience with humanitarian organizations, particularly with NGOs
Personal Attributes
Ability to identify issues, analyse, and participate in the resolution of issues/problems.
A strong attention to detail
Excellent communication, organizational and managerial skills
Demonstrated understanding of humanitarian principles and practices
Ability to work effectively and efficiently unsupervised.
Strong work ethic and capacity to take responsibility for his/her own actions.
Be able to work under pressure.
Confidentiality, integrity, and a sense of conflict-of-interest prevention.
Capacity to work in multicultural environments.
How to Apply
Please submit completed applications to [email protected] and reference ‘Information Manager’ in the subject line. Applications should be in English and include:
An updated CV
A one-page cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align specifically with the competencies required for the role.
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