Data Officer


Mines Advisory Group (MAG) saves lives and builds futures by working with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development. MAG shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as a founding member of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines for our work to ban landmines. Our vision is a safe and secure future for men, women and children affected by armed violence and conflict.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Officer

Location: Borno 
Job Type: Full Time   

Overview of Role
Responsible for overseeing the collection of programme data and entry into the MAG database, in order to provide operational information to stakeholders on mine action related issues.

Responsibilities

  • Be the focal point for MAG Nigerias operational information
  • Responsible for the maintenance of the operations database through overseeing data inputting, reports and maps
  • Ensure that any errors in data entry are minimised and missing data is pursued
  • Ensure the coherent and accurate management of electronic and hard copy filing using MAG Nigerias server and filing systems
  • Prepare completion reports
  • Enter data from CL teams ad prepare CL pre-survey report
  • Provide performance statistics on operations for senior managers
  • Provide ad hoc data analysis and reports as directed by senior managers
  • Provide training on information management and GIS to community liaison staff
  • Responsible for the management and oversight of the archiving all MAG operational records/documentation

Essential Requirements

  • HND/BA/B.Sc in relevant field
  • Excellent understanding of information gathering and analysis issues
  • Proven ability to problem solve in the area of data provision and analysis
  • Knowledge of CL principles and how information is gathered and used
  • Ability to write reports
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Hausa, Kanuri and English language skills
  • Good knowledge of GIS and IT and mapping programmes


How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications in English with their CV's and cover letter in the same document to email
Note

  • Please ensure the title of the position you are applying for is in the name of the title of the email and on the title of the application document.
  • Applications which do not adhere to these instructions will not be


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