Background
The overall objective of the RMMS is to support agencies, institutions and forums in the Horn of Africa and Yemen sub-region to improve the management of protection and assistance response to people in mixed migration flows in the Horn of Africa and across the Gulf of Aden or Red Sea in Yemen. RMMS is implementing the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative (4mi) to ensure an improved data collection and more authoritative analysis in the region.
To establish an innovative, ‘lite’ and organic, longitudinal monitoring mechanism of mixed migration flows within and out of the Horn and East Africa, 4Mi utilizes informal monitoring methods using existing local agencies, key informants or localized stakeholders (community based agencies etc.) at key hubs and ‘hot’ spots through which migrant smuggling and migrant movement occurs. Innovative digital data gathering technology is used to maximize veracity of data and GPS verification of data sources.
The overall objective of the RMMS is to support agencies, institutions and forums in the Horn of Africa and Yemen sub-region to improve the management of protection and assistance response to people in mixed migration flows in the Horn of Africa and across the Gulf of Aden or Red Sea in Yemen. RMMS is implementing the Mixed Migration Monitoring Mechanism Initiative (4mi) to ensure an improved data collection and more authoritative analysis in the region.
To establish an innovative, ‘lite’ and organic, longitudinal monitoring mechanism of mixed migration flows within and out of the Horn and East Africa, 4Mi utilizes informal monitoring methods using existing local agencies, key informants or localized stakeholders (community based agencies etc.) at key hubs and ‘hot’ spots through which migrant smuggling and migrant movement occurs. Innovative digital data gathering technology is used to maximize veracity of data and GPS verification of data sources.
Purpose
The purpose is to manage and analyze data compiled by 4Mi Monitors and support project implementation in order to support a wide range of agencies, donors, governments, departments and academic institutions by providing more concrete and authoritative information concerning mixed migration flows and trend changes in flows. The objective is to inform policy, debate and programmatic response; to increase understanding of conditions and changing realities on ground and protection deficits etc.The 4mi Project Officer will assist the 4mi Project Manager, as well as the RMMS Coordinator, in a wide range of technical activities as part of the overall strategy of the Regional Mixed Migration Secretariat, focusing on data processing and visualization.
The purpose is to manage and analyze data compiled by 4Mi Monitors and support project implementation in order to support a wide range of agencies, donors, governments, departments and academic institutions by providing more concrete and authoritative information concerning mixed migration flows and trend changes in flows. The objective is to inform policy, debate and programmatic response; to increase understanding of conditions and changing realities on ground and protection deficits etc.The 4mi Project Officer will assist the 4mi Project Manager, as well as the RMMS Coordinator, in a wide range of technical activities as part of the overall strategy of the Regional Mixed Migration Secretariat, focusing on data processing and visualization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with different programming capacities such as D3.js (library), Java, Java Script, PHP, HTML, SQL.
- Conduct complex analytics and produce useful reports through technical software including SATA, R, Tableau, and SPSS. Strong knowledge of Excel is absolutely essential.
- Manage, analyze, and organize data and be adept at analysis and interpretation of large quantities big data.
- Design relevant infographics, among other design products that make data easy to consume through the use of/but not restricted to; Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, flash, html5.
- Map relevant coordinates, digitize maps and relevant routes. work with Geographic Information Systems. QGIS, ArcGIS, CartoDB.
- Collaborate with external GIS team in relevant geospatial work and in particular data collection, data cleaning/verification, analysis, rationalization and updating of the GIS database and support the development, deployment and installation of the GIS database for 4mi. Experience working with Carto DB will be essential.
- gather relevant information including mapping information to be used in the development of the GIS database. Skills in data cleaning will be useful.
- Support in the development of the increasing 4mi data strategy for its external database and its GIS platform.
- Offer technical support on web based and android applications and dealing with password issues.
- Manage multiple interactive social media platforms (for both RMMS and 4mi) and stay up to date with relevant news updates.
- Prepare documentation, training or presentations.
- Any additional work tasks in support of the RMMS/4Mi management.
Reporting Arrangements
The 4Mi project officer will report to the Project Manager – 4Mi.
Terms & Conditions
Location: Based in Nairobi with possibility of travel within the region for specific duties
Start of Contract & Duration: Start: 1 November – 31 December 2015 (renewable)
Status of position: Open to Kenyan nationals only
Start of Contract & Duration: Start: 1 November – 31 December 2015 (renewable)
Status of position: Open to Kenyan nationals only
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Computer Science or any relevant IT degree.
- A Master’s degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.
- Work experience in any relevant IT related field of at least three years.
- Strong Analytical skills and demonstrated command of working with large quantities of qualitative data in Microsoft Excel and being able to conduct trends analysis.
- Understanding of advanced IT systems, including SPSS, Excel, GIS Mapping, and android-based smart phone settings and applications.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively in a team and/or managing projects remotely.
- Maintains and protects operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Ability to work closely and collaboratively in a team.
- Excellent in verbal and written English.
Desirable
- Enthusiastic about learning and pushing technical limits and finding new solutions.
- Creative and able to think outside the box.
- Capable of working under minimal supervision.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application and CV
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.
We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies.
Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 8 October, 2015
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.
We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies.
Please forward the application and CV, in English through the online application on www.drc.dk under vacancies no later than 8 October, 2015
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contactjob@drc.dk
For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk
For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk
