Data Entry Officer (Data Collector) ACAPS Bangladesh Dhaka

Contract

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Assignment: Data Collector (Data Entry Officer)

Reports to: Data Collection and Analysis Coordinator

Supervision of: none

Travel: none

Duration: Staff contract, 12 months – renewable, full-time (100%)

Contract type: Employment

Starting date: As soon as Possible

About ACAPS

ACAPS is dedicated to improving analysis of humanitarian needs in complex emergencies and crises. We are independent of specific operational and sectoral agendas or interests, and we provide evidence-based analysis. Our analysis team supports the humanitarian community by providing up-to-date information on more than 100 key crises around the globe. This enables crisis responders to better understand and thereby better address the needs of the affected population and strengthen the assessment ecosystem.

Purpose of the position

Support the ACAPS analysis by participating in the production of ACAPS data products through secondary data review and data collection.

Specific responsibilities

• Monitor Developments: Conduct monitoring of information on global political, economic, social, and humanitarian developments related to humanitarian crises and contexts in the assigned countries of responsibility.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Gather and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to feed into the INFORM Severity Index, the ACAPS Global Humanitarian Access, the Global Core dataset, ACAPS datasets (access events, information landscape, protection monitoring, seasonal calendar), and other analysis data products where appropriate.
• Adhere to Guidelines: Ensure data collection adheres to the guidelines of ACAPS core products.
• Report Preparation: Prepare and submit regular reports on data collection activities, including identified trends and potential areas of concern.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other team members to share information, insights, and best practices to enhance overall data collection efforts.
• Support Tasks: Support other assigned tasks by the line manager (e.g., note-taking, providing training, and other duties as needed).

The Norwegian Refugee Council, as the contracting body, is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Familiarity with Excel (or similar software);
• Experience in Secondary Data Review, Desk Review;
• Attention to details and ability to receive and implement feedback;
• Ability to effectively work within a multi-cultural environment;
• Ability to deliver against targets and meeting deadlines within a short timeframe;
• Ability to work in team;
• Structured and focused, proven ability to manage time effectively;
• Fluency in English;
• Fluency in a second language: preferably French, Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic;
• Any additional language is considered an asset;
• Access to a reliable internet connection.

Responsibilities

Requirements and qualifications

Formal education and background

• Completed relevant university degree or currently enrolled in a programme, preferably in humanitarian action, social sciences, international relations, international development or related fields.