Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding Area Officer – Information Management

Job Description

Position Summary

The Information Management Officer will be based in Aden and shall be responsible to implement the Information Management Strategy for Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (HDP). Also, shall support and produce reports with maps and data analysis for all HDP operations according to SOP, NMAS and IMAS.

Responsibilities

• Design, define and implement the IM Strategy for HDP;
• Complete all data processing tasked by the Programme Manager by conducting verification process on field reports;
• Coordination and control of all IMSMA and GIS functionalities with all the Aden Mine Action Centers and DRC staff;
• Provide feedback to Programme Manager and IM Coordinator on data entry process to IMSMA;
• Checking all field reports received from operation officers and prepare report to Operations/NTS Manager on data discrepancies;
• Assist the technical advisors with the development of IM training packages and assist training on IM;
• Prepare user guide on IMSMA reports and translation to Arabic;
• Conduct highly efficient data entry for the field reports upon request;
• Travel to all governorates in Yemen for any IM support;
• Visit Yemen governorates in Yemen whenever required for any GIS and IM technical issues;
• Assist the IM Coordinator in developing the work plan;
• Complete additional tasks assigned by the Operations/NTS Manager;
• Where appropriate, represent the DRC project team within partners, and participate in local community activities;
• Maintain effective and positive internal contacts with DRC officers and staff, and external contacts with national and local government officials, international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and donor agency officials;
• Define the list of assets and licenses required to implement the IM Strategy for HDP;
• Other relevant task assigned by Operations Manager and Programme Manager.

About you

To be successful in this role you must have:

Experience and technical competencies:

• At least 3 years of working experience with Informational Management field;
• Excellent computer skills in Windows and Microsoft Office to include MS Excel and MS Access;
• Demonstrable experience working with IMSMA Core and other Power BI Flexible and adaptable to any situation;
• Ability work long hours under pressure and to meet deadlines;
• Able to travel to all provinces in Yemen for DRC Support;
• In-depth knowledge of database and GIS software, good knowledge of related hardware and peripheral equipment;
• Very good ability in topographical map reading;
• Understanding of data QA/QC processes for information management are essential;
• Advanced knowledge of software engineering theory and applications would be an asset;
• Experience of working in challenging and insecure environments;
• Must be able to work in team environment;

Must be in good physical condition and health.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

• Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.   
• Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.   
• Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.   
• Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.   
• Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required qualifications: 

Education:

• Graduate of an Institute or University in the field of Information Technology, Information Management or Computer Sciences;
• Certificate in IMSMA Core or similar is desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic;
• Fluency in written and spoken English.