Information Management/Data Systems Associate
Quick answer
UNOCHA is hiring an in-office Information Management/Data Systems Associate in Dakar, Senegal, to lead regional data architecture, humanitarian analysis, and reporting systems.
- Role
- Information Management/Data Systems Associate
- Organization
- UNOCHA
- Location
- Dakar, Senegal
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
OCHA is seeking an Information Management/Data Systems Associate to support its ROWCA regional office by managing humanitarian data systems and providing actionable analysis. The role involves developing data architectures, automating workflows using Power Platform, and creating interactive visualizations to support emergency response and decision-making. The successful candidate will collaborate with regional and country offices to ensure data quality, interoperability, and the efficient flow of information during humanitarian crises. This position is open exclusively to Senegalese nationals.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain front-end and back-end humanitarian database components.
- Implement automated workflows using Power Automate to streamline operational processes.
- Design interactive dashboards and geospatial visualizations for decision-making.
- Supervise digital data collection tools including ODK and KoboToolbox.
- Coordinate with country offices to ensure data quality and interoperability during emergencies.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in data analytics or business intelligence.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools like MS Power BI, Qlik, or Tableau.
- Fluency in both French and English is required.
- Must be a Senegalese national.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position open to international applicants?
No, this specific vacancy is open exclusively to Senegalese nationals.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
The role requires at least 2 years of experience with a Master's degree (or 4 years with a Bachelor's) in data analytics, business intelligence, or information management.
Is this job remote?
The position is based in the OCHA ROWCA office, implying an in-office work schedule.
What is the salary for this position?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNOCHA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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