Data and Monitoring Officer – WASH

Support implementation of WASH program, establish innovative monitoring systems.

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Overview

Support implementation of WASH program, establish innovative monitoring systems.

You have:

  • At least 3 years of professional experiences in the field related to technology for development (T4D), database development and data management including data collection form development, data analysis, data visualization and reporting (especially having experiences on Advanced Excel applications).
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.
  • Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners, including internal UNICEF teams and government stakeholders.

Contract

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UNICEF Cambodia operates as part of the United Nations system, collaborating with the government, civil society, and development partners to uphold its mandate of promoting and protecting the rights of children and women. To fulfil its mandate, UNICEF has identified five key program areas for the country program 2024-2028 to be implemented and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) is one of the five.

To support the implementation of WASH program, especially WASH in healthcare facilities, UNICEF Cambodia WASH program is seeking to onboard a National UN Volunteer – WASH Officer. This role will mainly involve working on the new initiative of establishment of simple, innovative and usable monitoring system for WASH in healthcare facilities and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for Department of Hospital Services (DHS), ministry of health. Therefore, there is required a person with strong knowledge, skills and experience on data management, database development, technology for development (T4D) and information technology (IT). Having knowledge and experiences on WASH are preferrable.

Under the direct supervision of the WASH Officer, the WASH Officer will undertake the following tasks: ▪ Technical and administrative support in the establishment of simple, innovative and usable monitoring system for WASH in healthcare facilities at Department of Hospital Services (DHS), including data collection form by Kobo toolbox and data analysis, data visualization and reporting by using Advanced Excel application. ▪ Technical and administrative support in the development of compendium/guidance note for Climate Resilient Healthcare Facilities in Cambodia. ▪ Technical and administrative support in the development and dissemination of the e-learning content for WASH FIT and the update of the e-learning content for IPC based on the updated 2024 IPC guideline, if required. ▪ Conduct filed monitoring for WASH in healthcare facilities and Baby WASH program implementation if required. ▪ Perform other tasks as required to facilitate the implementation of activities of WASH program.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management

• Experience: At least 3 years of professional experiences in the field related to technology for development (T4D), database development and data management including data collection form development, data analysis, data visualization and reporting (especially having experiences on Advanced Excel applications). Having experiences and knowledge on WASH are preferable. • Interpersonal skills: Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners, including internal UNICEF teams and government stakeholders. • Language skills: Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.

This is a national UNV position, so the NUNV will stay in their own accommodation. The living condition in Phnom Penh is overall good, accessible to different amenities. Phnom Penh is overall safe with precaution during late night.

Potential interview questions

Can you explain your experience with data management and how it relates to WASH programs? This question assesses your relevant experience in data management in relation to the WASH sector. Highlight specific projects where you applied data management techniques and how they improved WASH outcomes.
Describe a situation where you had to work collaboratively with diverse partners to achieve a common goal. The interviewer wants to know about your collaborative skills and how you manage partnership dynamics. Pro members can see the explanation.
What innovative approaches have you used in previous roles to enhance database development? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How familiar are you with using Kobo toolbox for data collection? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects simultaneously? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in implementing WASH programs in healthcare settings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell me about your experience in developing e-learning content related to WASH. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure adaptability in projects while working in changing environments? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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