The Data Officer (DO) plays a critical role in supporting the timely and accurate collection, management, and analysis of data at the union council level. The DO ensures high-quality data entry, cleaning, validation, and reporting to maintain the integrity of the Integrated Communication Information Management System (ICIMS) and other project-related databases. Additionally, the DO actively collaborates with Social Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) field teams to address data-related issues, enabling evidence-based decision-making and programmatic success.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Data Collection and Management:
• Collect field data and enter it into ICIMS and other designated systems, ensuring accuracy and adherence to timelines.
• Collaborate with SBCC field staff, including Community Block Officers (CBOs) and Community Mobilizers (CMs), to resolve data-related challenges and ensure completeness and quality.
• Ensure all data is collected using the latest tools and methodologies aligned with project requirements.
Data Validation and Quality Assurance:
• Conduct 5% to 10% Field & Desk data validation exercises to ensure field data accuracy and integrity.
• Cross-check datasets against field records and other data sources to identify and rectify discrepancies.
Data Cleaning and Analysis:
• Perform data cleaning to eliminate errors, inconsistencies, and duplications.
• Verify the completeness of collected data and maintain a high standard of data reliability for further analysis.
Reporting and Documentation:
• Maintain detailed records of daily tasks, data collection, and management processes.
• Generate and share routine and ad hoc reports based on program needs.
• Assist in the preparation of program-related documentation, including reports and summaries.
Coordination and Field Visits:
• Work closely with SBCC field teams to monitor data compliance, address gaps, and ensure timely submission of datasets.
• Conduct field visits, as necessary, to validate and cross-check data and provide on-ground support to field staff.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Support the Data Coordinator and other officials with tasks related to data management, as required.
• Contribute to improving data collection tools and methodologies to enhance the efficiency of project operations.
MicroMerger (Pvt.) Ltd works closely with the UN, government and non-governmental organizations with key focus on humanitarian and development sectors including: emergency response, health and education systems, water and sanitation, microfinance and gender. MicroMerger (Pvt.) Ltd is operating in Pakistan from Islamabad head office & four field offices. MicroMerger (Pvt.) Ltd have resources to run assignments in any part of Pakistan including major cities and remote rural areas in the five provinces. As Private Limited firm with firms grounds across Pakistan; we claim and provide strong financial management system and process in place.