Information Management Assistant

Background/IRC Summary: 

The Syria crisis is often described as the worst humanitarian catastrophe since the end of the Cold War. Today, 13.4 million people in Syria - more than half of the country's population - are in need of humanitarian assistance with needs increasingly being exacerbated by economic decline. Of these, 6.8 million are refugees and asylum-seekers who have fled the country. This is no short-term humanitarian episode. The devastating human consequences to huge numbers of people will endure for decades. The destruction of relationships, communities, livelihoods, homes and infrastructure will take years to repair.

IRC is offering a robust humanitarian response to the Syria crisis a rapidly expanding portfolio, supported by more than 1000+ staff in Syria Country Program. IRC is undertaking programs in Syria and the neighboring countries of Turkey, Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan in the fields of health, child protection, early childhood development, education, women’s protection and empowerment, non-food items and food distribution, cash assistance, water and sanitation, protection and rule of law, and livelihood programming. Our work in these challenging settings gives rise to some of the most pressing issues facing contemporary humanitarian action, including questions of access, security, funding and coordination.

Job Overview/Summary:

As a member of the Information Management team within IRC's Economic Recovery and Development (ERD) division in Syria, your role assumes pivotal importance in the collection, organization, analysis, and presentation of data in support of our seed security programs. We seek an individual with robust technical data skills, exceptional communication prowess, an unwavering commitment to detail, and a strong dedication to equal opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with program personnel to propose and implement CommCare surveys to monitor seed project implementation. Offer comprehensive training and on-ground support to field teams for effective problem-solving, ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities.
• Assume responsibility for meticulously cleaning and analyzing data using Excel, PowerBI, and other relevant platforms. Craft impactful visualizations and dashboards to unveil trends and glean valuable insights, emphasizing promoting equal access to information.
• Regularly produce high-caliber 4Ws reports that meticulously outline seed security activities. Effectively communicate key findings to internal and external collaborators, committed to visibility and inclusivity.
• Undertake regular field supervising visits to assess progress and identify technical quality and/or other implementation issues, provide solutions and implement modifications as the need arises.
• Strengthen data capacity through training, workshops, and mentoring for field personnel and partners, fostering data collection and analysis expertise on diversity and inclusivity.
• Remain current with the latest advancements in data tools and technologies, actively share newfound knowledge with relevant teams, and ensure equal growth opportunities are accessible to all.