WASH GIS & Data Officer

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!Key Responsibilities% of time Activity 40% Data Quality Assurance In collaboration with the WASH DME Specialist, ensure approval stages are in place for all site and survey data at the cluster and AP levels while also monitoring the timeliness of approval. Support the review and approval of site data on a timely basis as needed, checking that data fields are complete and accurate and that sites are linked accordingly. Perform data cleaning as needed, including removing duplicate sites, linking water points to water systems, removing/replacing non-standard site photos, removing personally identifiable information (PII), adding installation dates, etc. Continually review the site, survey, and indicator data to identify and resolve data discrepancies and inconsistencies as they arise. Monitoring access and permission levels for NO users, including removing users that are no longer active or with World VisionEnd ResultsSite data are timely reviewed and approved on a regular basis.Data cleaning, including duplicated sites removal and adding missing information (photos, links, installation dates, etc) is performed in a timely.Discrepancies and inconsistencies are fixed.Users' access and permission are monitored.20% Data Visualisation and ReportingMonitor and maintain the WV Rwanda mWater Hub, checking for data inaccuracies or missing data.Generate regular and ad-hoc data visualizations (maps, dashboards, data grids) to support program monitoring and evaluation.Provide insights and recommendations based on basic data analysis.Ensure APs/Clusters utlitize the Digital ITT for continuous reporting, being monthly, quarterly and annual reporting in collaboration with the WASH DMESupport in the OMS reporting for all WASH assets from initiation to completion of the projects.Design, develop and maintain the geo-databases.Carry out the quality analysis of satellite data with a view on their usefulness in the context of planned interventions and other spatial analysis on GIS data.End ResultsWV Rwanda mWater Hub is updated with accurate contentMaps, dashboards and data grids are generated upon requestsRecommendations are provided to the WASH team based on data analysis20% Capacity Building and SupportTrain and support National Office staff in field data collection using mWater, including the mapping of sites and the completion of survey responses.Build awareness of NO and AP staff on minimum data quality standards, PII standards, and the like.Provide ongoing technical support and troubleshooting for data-related issues such as water point orphans, empty fields, duplicates, etc.Develop training materials and documentation for data management processes as needed.Provide training and support to the WASH field teams, such as WASH Officers, Engineers, technical specialists and relevant partners on GIS data collection and spatial analysis.End ResultsTraining materials are developedAll the relevant staff for WASH (Engineers, H&W Coordinators, DMEs) are trained on mWater use data collection and reporting.Data quality standards are developedTechnical support is provided to field staff to fix data-related issues.20% Collaboration and CoordinationWork closely with WASH program teams to understand data needs and requirements.Collaborate with other relevant departments (DME, IT, Technical Sectors) to ensure seamless data integration.Participate in meetings and workshops to share data insights and contribute to program planning.End Results Effective collaboration with WASH teams.WASH data integration in the National Office DashboardRegular attendance to meetings and Workshops and data sharing upon request.Knowledge/Qualifications For The RoleRequired Professional ExperienceAt least three years of experience in program monitoring, data collection and management, or similar fields, preferably in the non-profit or public sector. Required Education, Training, License,Registration, And CertificationBachelor’s degree in Geography, Data Management, Geoinformatics and surveying, Development planning, Statistics, Development Studies, and related fields. Preferred Knowledge And QualificationsFamiliarity with mWater, GIS such as ArcGIS or mobile to web survey applications and data visualization tools.Advanced knowledge of QGIS/ ArcGIS and application tools on water supply dataknowledge in spatial data analysisAbility to quickly learn, apply, and support digital data collection tools.Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and training skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Data analysis, interpretation and report writingMust be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and key partners.Experience working with international NGOs or in a multicultural environment.Basic skills in data analysis Travel and/or Work Environment RequirementThis position will be based at WVR Head office, with 30% local travel to areas with WASH programmingPhyisical RequirementsShould be physically healthy with proof of certified medical checksLanguage RequirementsShould be fluent in English and Kinyarwanda. Knowledge of French is an added advantage.It is also important to note that World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization with a mission centered on following Jesus Christ in service to the world´s most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all locations to the fullest extent legally permissible, the successful applicant will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics and strive to act in accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with team and office devotions, chapel and prayer gatherings are expected in line with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments.Applicant Types AcceptedLocal Applicants Only