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Senior Data Management Assistant, Coxs
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Job Description
## Senior Data Management Assistant, Cox's Bazaar, Bangladesh
- Organization:UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
- Field location:Cox's Bazar
- Office:UNHCR Sub-Office Cox's Bazar (BGDCO)
Deadline for Applications
Residential location (if applicable)
Staff Member / Affiliate Type
Standard Job Description
Senior Data Management Assistant
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to
seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of
responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the
functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a
supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).- Perform other
related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsEducation &
Professional Work ExperienceYears of Experience / Degree LevelG5- 2
years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year
relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or
higherField(s) of EducationNot applicable.Certificates and/or
LicensesElectronic Data Processing Information
Technology(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are
essential)Relevant Job ExperienceEssentialNot
specifiedDesirableCompletion of UNHCR learning programmes or
specific training relevant to functions of the position.Functional
SkillsIT-Computer LiteracyDM-Data ManagementDM-Data collection
methodologiesDM-Database Management(Functional Skills marked with
an asterisk* are essential)Language RequirementsFor International
Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN
working language of the duty station if not English.For National
Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of
the duty station if not English and local language.For General
Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of
the duty station if not English.All UNHCR workforce members must
individually and collectively, contribute towards a working
environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform
their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for
sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual
harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of
power.As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in
preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing
dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and
support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.This
is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job
title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain
additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to
the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are
incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be
considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of
candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information
Technology, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or
another relevant field.
- One to two years of hands-on experience in operational data
management, preferably in a refugee or humanitarian setting,
including data processing, data-quality control, data extraction,
operational workflows, and user support.
- Hands-on experience with UNHCR PRIMES applications,
particularly proGres v4, and familiarity with registration,
identity management, biometric verification, and
assistance-delivery tools and processes, including PING, BIMS, GDT,
and PRIMES Forms.
- Advanced Microsoft SQL Server skills for querying, extracting,
validating, and analysing data, together with practical experience
in SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Power BI, and Microsoft
Excel for operational reporting, dashboards, visualization, and
analysis. Knowledge of ArcGIS for operational mapping and Java or
other programming or scripting languages would be an
advantage.
- Completion of relevant UNHCR learning programmes or technical
training in PRIMES/proGres, operational data management, data
protection, SQL and database management, business intelligence,
GIS, or related operational applications would be an additional
advantage.
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2
level):
Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:
Health hazards in the duty station include road crashes, work
overload, natural disasters, mental health problems, substance use
and abuse, heart disease, metabolic disease (diabetes),
vector-borne disease, water and food-borne disease, SGBV, other
infectious diseases and environmental hazards. Throughout the year,
there are prevalent risks of malaria and dengue necessitating
recommended vaccinations against Japanese Encephalitis and
Diphtheria.
The General Threat Assessment in Cox's Bazar is level 3
moderate. Given the current situation in the area, All UN official
movements should be completed during daytime hours (Sunrise to
sunset). All personnel should return to their homes before 2300
hours. Crowded local markets should be avoided. Security Clearance
is required and can be requested via TRIP at https://dss.un.org.
Requests for clearance should be submitted 7 days prior to
travel.
The position supports UNHCR's operations in Cox's Bazar through
the management, analysis and use of operational data relating to
asylum-seekers, refugees and other persons of concern. The
incumbent contributes to maintaining accurate and consistent
information in UNHCR databases and operational systems through data
entry, extraction, validation, quality checks and analysis. The
position provides timely statistical reports, dashboards and other
information products to support operational planning, monitoring
and decision-making by relevant functional units and partners.
The incumbent supports the effective use of registration-related
systems, PRIMES applications, assistance-delivery platforms and
other relevant operational tools. Responsibilities include
assisting users, supporting access arrangements, responding to
routine system issues, escalating complex incidents and
coordinating with technical colleagues. The position also
contributes to the development, testing and improvement of
databases, data-collection tools, reports, workflows and digital
solutions.
The incumbent prepares data tables, routine correspondence,
periodic and ad hoc reports, and other project documentation. Where
required, the position also provides user guidance, training and
capacity-building support to UNHCR personnel, government
counterparts and partners, in accordance with applicable policies,
standards and data-protection requirements.
The incumbent works closely with functional units, field teams,
technical colleagues and operational partners to respond to
operational data and information requirements and facilitate
appropriate information sharing. The role requires collaboration,
knowledge sharing and adaptability to changing operational
priorities. It may also involve field visits to refugee camps,
registration sites, Bhasan Char and other project locations to
support data collection, validation and related operational
activities.
Living and Working Conditions:
Cox's Bazar is a beach city located in the southeastern corner
of Bangladesh about 298 kilometres from Dhaka, the capital city.
Educational resources are limited, and international schools
spanning primary to secondary levels are exclusively located in
Dhaka. Health services are somewhat also limited in Cox's Bazar,
with more reliable facilities accessible in Dhaka. As a prominent
tourist destination in Bangladesh, Cox's Bazar draws visitors due
to its scenic location at the Bay of Bengal and its expansive beach
stretching over 120km to the tip of the peninsula, with several
hotels and restaurants.
The climate of Cox's Bazar is mostly tropical monsoon: high
temperatures, heavy rainfall, and generally excessive humidity,
with distinct seasonal variations. The annual average temperature
in Cox's Bazar is a maximum of 34.1 °C (92.2 °F) and a
minimum of 22.0 °C (71.6 °F). Flights co
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