Plan International,Data Analysis Officer Jobs in Rwanda

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN PLAN
INTERNATIONAL, RWANDA

Founded over 75 years ago, Plan is one of
the oldest and largest children’s development organizations in the world.
We work in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas to
promote child rights and lift millions of children out of poverty. Plan is
independent, with no religious, political or governmental affiliations.

Plan International has been working in
Rwanda since 2007 with a major focus on four country programs: Right to
Access Quality and Inclusive Education, Right to Early Childhood Care and
Development through United Communities, Right to Youth Economic Security
through Active Citizenship and Right to Protection. Plan currently operates in
Gatsibo, Kayonza, Rwamagana, Bugesera and Nyaruguru. Plan International Rwanda
has recently entered into partnership with UNHCR as partner implementing Sexual
& Gender Based Violence Responses and Child protection in all Refugees
Camps across the country.

Plan has a strict child protection
policy and guidelines that all staff must follow at all times. All staff are
expected to help ensure all Plan associates know, understand and follow these
and take an active role in the protection of all children from abuse and
exploitation.

To facilitate the implementation of its
activities, Plan International Rwanda is inviting applicants from suitably
qualified Rwandan nationals to fill the following vacant position:

Position: Data Analysis
Officer

Level: C2 Grade

Type of appointment: Temporary Contract

Duty Station: Mahama Refugees Camp

Deadline for applications: 08.03.2016

Context and rationale

Rwanda currently hosts 75,000 Burundian
refugees across refugee camps and urban areas of Kigali. Protection concerns
have been noted in these camps including gender-based violence and child
protection incidents. It is against this backdrop that Plan has partnered with
UNICEF to lead protection activities in all refugee camps and Kigali, focusing
on gender-based violence, child protection and provision of legal support.

The Data Analysis Officer Temporary
Worker (hereafter referred to as Data Analysis Officer) is in charge of the
monitoring database of children at risk/on the move – data entry and analysis
in Mahama camp and will directly report to the camp-based Protection
Coordinator.

The Data Analysis Officer will be
responsible for reviewing monitoring and home visit reports from community
mobilizers and para-social workers, inputting key data/trends into the
monitoring database, making referrals for case management, and providing trend
analysis for the formulation of prevention and response activities.

This is a 3 month contract with
possibility to renew (contingent on funding).

Objectives and scope of work

In collaboration with the Protection
Team:

Supports
project implementation in the camp, in conformity with UNICEF and Plan’s
standards and policies;
Reviews
reporting from all monitoring an home visit reports from community
mobilizers and para social workers
Inputs
key child protection data into the database and refers cases/important
information to relevant actors within Plan and among implementing partners
Develop
trend analysis data for the development of prevention and response
activities
Participation
in regular protection assessments, focus groups, surveys, etc.;
Work
collaboratively with UNICEF, UNHCR, MIDIMAR, Police, district officials
and other partners/stakeholders.

Key deliverables and indicators for
success

Provide
inputs into weekly, monthly and quarterly progress reports on the
protection activities in the camp
Manage
and maintain the monitoring database
Collect,
share and disseminate CP trends on a bi-weekly basis
Submit
report for all field visit activities and various trainings and meetings
Facilitate
trainings for volunteers and partner staff

Methodology /approach of work

Desk
review: the Data Analysis Officer will undertake an induction process
through a comprehensive desk review of existing resources provided by Plan
and UNICEF.
Assessment:
regular, participatory assessments will be conducted with refugees.
Findings will be shared with a variety of actors.
Information
management: the Data Analysis Officer will be responsible for ensuring the
collection of relevant and quality data and ensuring confidentiality.
Working
in collaboration: the Data Analysis Officer will work closely with UNICEF,
MIDIMAR, district authorities, implementing partners and National Police
Plan’s
child-centered community develop approach as well as international minimum
standards/guidelines and localized SOPs will guide the implementation of
project activities.

Dealing with problems

The Data Analysis Officer manages
complex relationships between different actors and stakeholders. Mistakes in
judgement or poor coordination between partners, community members and local
authorities may lead to the failure of the project, impacting the quality of
services delivered to refugees, as well as Plan’s reputation. Therefore, the
Data Analysis Officer must demonstrate the ability to solve problems, think
strategically and communicate with key actors in a dynamic and unpredictable
operating environment.

Profile required of the temporary
worker

Skills

Previous
experience directly providing services to children at risk and victims of
abuse, exploitation and violence and developing/implementing referral
pathways and case management systems.
Strong
experience managing large amounts of data
Strong
skills in monitoring, evaluation, research and conducting participatory,
community-led assessments.
Experience
working with Excel
Ability
to work individually and within a team with limited supervision. A self-starter.
Good
analytical skills and able to present complicated data simply and with
accompanying recommendations for action
Able
to communicate clearly and strategically with internal and external
stakeholders as a representative of Plan. This includes effective
negotiation and representation skills.
Computer
knowledge – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Strong
command of both written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Knowledge /Competencies

Knowledge
of Sphere and established international child protection/GBV standards,
methodology and tools
Knowledge
of community mobilization and facilitation techniques

Behaviour

Effective
networking and interpersonal skills, ability to coordinate a wide range of
actors
Effective
and clear communication
Commitment
to child rights and gender equality
Ability
to work under pressure, in fluid, high stress and rapidly changing
environments.
Strong
interpersonal skills, creativity and ability to handle stressful work
related conditions under limited supervision
Ability
and willingness to work in a participatory manner with a diverse range of
refugee populations

Experience

University
degree or equivalent in Social Science, Social Work, Psychology, Public
Health, or related fields
Minimum
of 2 years relevant working experience in child protection prevention and
response programming, humanitarian affairs or human rights.
Must
have 2 years of experience in database management and strong command of
Excel
Experience
working with refugees and other vulnerable populations (ideal)

Values:

Respect, integrity, diversity,
commitment to excellence, adaptability, ability to perform under stress,
innovation, working in partnership, team work, communicating effectively,
facilitating change, personal commitment to children’s rights issues .

The Data Analysis Officer will
regularly interact with children and youth in and out of the refugee camp
setting.

The Data Analysis Officer will be based
in Mahama camp in Kirehe District, with potential travel to Kigali, other camps
and within the district of operation.

How to Apply

ü Please hand deliver your
applications at the Front Desk of Plan International Rwanda Country Office in
Kagugu, Plot number 821. Full Job descriptions are available upon request at
Plan Reception during working hours.

Your application should include:-

(i) A covering
letter (ii) A comprehensive CV (iii) Academy Certificates (iv)
Details of 3 referees, one of whom should be your current employer (v) Your
most recent performance appraisal

ü Deadline for applications is Tuesday
8th March 2016 @ 6pm.

Ildephonse Sibomana

Country Human Resources Manager

Plan International Rwanda

Web – www.plan-international.org

Please note that applications which do
not meet the specified minimum requirements or are received after the closing
date will be rejected. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Qualified Women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply for this
position. All application materials will not be returned.

PLAN IS COMMITTED TO AN ENVIRONMENT
FREE FROM ANY KIND OF CHILD ABUSE