About SDF:

The Sustainable Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-governmental, voluntary, independent organization established in March 2015, officially registered at the Ministry of Social Affairs as per license (99). SDF has been present in Yemen since 2015, it has experience implementing emergency child protection and education responses, including women and youth empowerment. SDF has experience in handling large grants from international donors, such as UNDP, UNHCR, WFP, OCHA, WHO, SCI and ZOA. SDF has excellent national-level relations and has experience in coordinating with both national and international NGOs. It has offices, staff and community-based committees in Hajjah, Sana'a, Marib, Ibb, Hudidah, Dhamar, Almahweet, Al-Bayda’a, and Hadramout as well as solid experiences engaging with local communities from whom it gained acceptance and with whom it has collaborated in the past. In addition to that, SDF creates livelihood opportunities and community-based protection.

• Posted vacancy: Data Assistant
• Location: Al Hodeidah
• Employer: Sustainable Development Foundation (SDF) – Yemen.
• Doner: OCHA
• Position Type: Full-time contract.
• Position reporting to: Project Officer.
• Starting Date: ASAP.
• Post date: Jan 15th, 2025
• Closing date: Jan 24th, 2025
• Number of Positions: 1

Job Purpose:

The Data Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient and accurate management of data related to the Protection project in Al Hodeidah. This position is responsible for implementing day-to-day data entry, downloading data from the ASSIST system, managing Excel documents, and producing summary statistics and graphs. The Data Assistant will also provide field-level capacity building for data collection enumerators and collaborate closely with the MEAL Team and other project units to ensure data documentation is synchronized. This role involves maintaining and updating various databases, ensuring data integrity, and providing data analysis to inform project decisions and reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Entry and Management: 

• Accurately and timely enter data into designated databases (e.g., Kobo, SPSS, Excel).
• Regularly download data from the ASSIST system and manage the Excel documents effectively.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all data entered and stored.
• Conduct regular data quality checks and identify and resolve any inconsistencies

Data Analysis and Reporting: 

• Utilize Excel to produce summary statistics, graphs, and charts to visualize data trends and insights.
• Generate regular data reports and presentations as required.
• Assist in the preparation of project reports and presentations.

Capacity Building: 

• Provide field-level capacity building for data collection enumerators on data collection methodologies, data entry procedures, and data quality standards.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops on data management and analysis.

Collaboration and Coordination: 

• Collaborate closely with the MEAL Team, Protection Officers, and other project units to ensure data documentation is synchronized and aligned with project objectives.
• Share data analysis findings and insights with relevant stakeholders.

Database Maintenance: 

• Maintain and update various databases, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Implement and maintain data security measures to protect sensitive information.

Other Duties: 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in data entry, data management, and data analysis.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data manipulation, pivot tables, and charting.
• Experience with data collection tools (e.g., Kobo, ODK Collect) is preferred.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualization techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.   
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.   
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic.
• Proficiency in English is preferred. 

Professional Standards: The SDF workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in SDF Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equity. In accordance with these values, the SDF operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity Anti-Retaliation, and Combating Trafficking in Persons.