Job: PROGRAM OFFICER – DATA MANAGEMENT

Job Description

JOB TITLE: PROGRAM OFFICER – DATA MANAGEMENT

Job Summary

The Program Officer will work closely with the M&E Manager in supporting staff to monitor and evaluate program activities and with sector heads on data collection, analysis and storage and timely submission of reports. Duties

•    Establish and manage data bases

•    Facilitate monitoring and evaluation exercises such as surveys, assessments and SASA! Activity tracking as well as reporting

•    Facilitate informed and timely reporting by providing accurate and reliable information

•    Collect and manage up to date and relevant project information on selected indicators both internally and from partners

•    Manage and maintain confidentiality of information

•    Focal point person for all reports in the field

•    Work closely with sector heads to compile work plans and good tracking of activities

Person Specifications

•    Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Development studies or any related field

•    3 years working experience in data management and M & E of program activities in an INGO

•    Good computer skills and knowledge of SPSS, MS ACCESS and Spreadsheets and other database programs.

•    Excellent report writing, communication and analytical skills.

How to Apply

Interested applicants meeting the above requirements should submit an application letter together with curriculum vitae, copies of academic documents/transcripts, names and contact details of three referees to the undersigned not later than Friday, 29th November, 2013. The Human Resources Manager American Refugee Committee International Plot 4920, Block 244, Muyenga, Kampala P.O. Box 7868, Kampala, Uganda Email. jobs@arc.co.ug Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.