Valcare, a NPC in Paarl has a new position for a Data and Research Officer which will provide data and information management, monitoring and evaluation, documentation and project management support to the Valcare Impact Manager within the Valcare Impact Unit.Responsibilities:
- Data and Information Management:
- Collecting data, information, evidence and existing research documentation to support needs analysis and development of social investment strategies within the Cape Winelands in a fieldwork and desktop function.
- Developing and managing data collection strategies, such as surveys and research.
- Reviewing and verification of statistics presented by Valcare Member organisations within a Monitoring and Evaluation framework.
- Maintaining data and information management system. .
- Presentation of Data and Information:
- Compilation of data into information packs to assist the development of strategies and priorities.
- Assisting in the preparation of internal and external reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
- Provide Data Support to Valcare Network:
- Disseminating of relevant information to member organisations and stakeholders.Collecting, analyzing and managing evidence and data in support of Valcare Monitoring and Evaluation process
- Assisting Impact Manager in compiling Monitoring and Evaluation reports to member organisations and donors.
- Any other reasonable request by Valcare Impact Manager and CEO as needed
- Education
- Tertiary qualification required, including certificate, diploma or degree (as applicable).
- Employment Equity
- Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.
Requirements:
- Proven record of data and information collection, collation, review, analysis and presentation skills and experience.
- Monitoring and Evaluation of projects experience preferred, but not a pre-requisite.
- Strong computer skills, including the ability to operate research and data management software programmes, Google-suite programmes, Microsoft-suite programmes and other software as requested for completion of work tasks. Experience with Salesforce or other CRM programmes is desired but not a pre-requisite.
- Comfortable with the presentation of data and information in a visual format, including data graphs, summary graphics, data mapping and geographic mapping of information. Understanding of basic geographic information systems (GIS) is desired but not a pre-requisite.
- Working knowledge of norms and standards related to management of data and beneficiary information, including confidentiality, governance and administration of project data and information, is desired.
- Working knowledge of guidelines related to international and national research and data processes and standards, including confidentiality, governance and administration of project data and information, is desired.
- Personal Attributes
- Professional proficiency in English for both verbal and written communication.
- Proficiency in an additional official South African language is preferred.
- A person with values and beliefs aligned to those of Valcare
- Detail-orientated analytical thinker
- Self-driven individual who will strive to meet the project and team objectives
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work, collaborate and troubleshoot in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment
- Adaptability and ability to re-prioritize work flow according to a changing context
- Willingness to learn and assimilate new skills as per request
To apply:
- Applicant must be a South African citizen
- Applicant must have own vehicle and a valid driver’s license without endorsements.
Applicants must please send their cv’s to [email protected]
For more about Valcare NPC please go to https://valcare.org.za/