data management officer
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DESCRIPTION
The PACIFIC COMMUNITY (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical
organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947.
We are an international development organisation owned and governed by
our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable
development to benefit Pacific people, our unique organisation works
across more than 25 sectors. We are known for our knowledge and
innovation in such areas as fisheries science, public health
surveillance, geoscience, and conservation of plant genetic resources
for food and agriculture.
The Statistics for Development Division (SDD) is based in SPC’s
headquarter in Noumea, New Caledonia. The division employs
approximately 20 staff all of whom are all based in Noumea. SDD’s
goal is to strengthen the capacity of Pacific Island Countries and
Territories (PICTs) national statistical systems by providing
technical support through coordination with technical partners and
donors. As part of SDD’s role and functions, it has adopted a
regional statistical system leadership and coordination role as well
as strengthening its technical assistance and support to data
collection, analysis and dissemination. This direction has been
implemented as part of the Ten-Year Pacific Statistics Strategy
(TYPSS) 2011-2020 and this role is a key position in driving these
developments forward in respect to data analysis and statistical
capacity development in the region.
The role – the DATA MANAGEMENT OFFICER will support daily operations
of PDH.STAT, the online statistical database of the Pacific Data Hub,
managed by the Statistics for Development Division (SDD) of the
Pacific Community. The position will be responsible for preparing and
uploading data to the database, supporting internal and external data
providers, setting-up new data products, assessing data quality and
monitoring the platform.
The key responsibilities of the role include the following:
*
Keeping PDH.STAT statistical database up to date and improving the
quality of statistics
* A data update calendar is kept up to date indicating for each
dataset on PDH.STAT a series of information.
* Periodic data harvesting processes to collect data from external
parties are executed in a timely manner.
* Punctual data update requests are treated in a timely manner.
* Data quality issues reported by users are reported to data owners
and if possible solved in collaboration with them.
* An overall quality assessment is run annually.
* EXPANDING THE CONTENT OF THE DATABASE AND SUPPORTING
STANDARDISATION OF STATISTICAL DISSEMINATION
* Data requirements and data gaps signalled by users are recorded in
a systematic way.
* New tables are prepared in the database using existing templates
and tools. This includes modelling statistical tables using standard
concepts and code lists, prototyping new statistical tables in the
internal version of the database, adjusting and validating the new
tables with the data owners, and releasing the new data on the public
version of PDH.STAT.
* Data providers are invited to format their data according to
defined standards and to use templates to update their data in
PDH.STAT.
* Data upload templates are prepared and configured for data
providers upon request.
* MONITORING AND TESTING THE PLATFORM
* The monitoring dashboard is checked daily and punctual issues or
anormal trends are reported.
* Bugs and feature requests reported by users are recorded in a
systematic way and discussed before being channelled back to the
maintainers of the .STAT Suite software platform.
* New versions of the application platform are tested in preparation
of their release.
* CONTRIBUTING TO EFFECTIVE SDD TEAM ENVIRONMENT AND SPC CORPORATE
ACTIVITIES
* Work program contributing to SDD priorities is established and
delivered within budget in close collaboration with SDD management and
other SDD specialists and staff.
* Active participation in team meetings and positive contributions
made to regional meetings.
* CONTRIBUTING TO SDD SYSTEM LEADER FUNCTION/EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER
ENGAGEMENT, PARTNERSHIP, AND COLLABORATION
* Close technical collaboration is maintained with colleagues from
SDD and other SPC divisions and programmes.
* SDD and region are professionally represented in international
technical working groups and events.
* Technical collaboration is fostered and maintained with key
technical partners.
For a more detailed account of the key responsibilities, please REFER
TO THE ONLINE JOB DESCRIPTION.
Key selection criteria
*
Qualifications
* A master’s degree in statistics, economics, computer science or a
related field.
* TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
* 3-5 years of relevant practical experience in a data-intensive work
environment.
* Experience in data modelling, data preparation and data quality
assessment.
* Knowledge of one or more data management software (e.g. Python).
* Capacity to learn continuously.
* LANGUAGE SKILLS
* Fluency in English.
* INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND CULTURAL AWARENESS
* Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness, and the ability to
effectively work with stakeholders and team members from different
cultural backgrounds.
* Strong understanding and appreciation of Pacific culture and ways
of operating.
Salary, terms and conditions
Contract Duration – This vacant position is budgeted until the 31st
of December 2022.
Due to the current travel restrictions caused by the global COVID-19
pandemic, and the priority SPC places on its staff safety, health and
well-being, please note that there may be delays in taking up the
appointment. These matters will be discussed thoroughly with
successful candidates. In most cases, any appointment and on-boarding
would only commence when relocation to the duty station is permitted.
REMUNERATION – the DATA MANAGEMENT OFFICER is a band 9 position in
SPC’s 2022 salary scale, with a starting salary range of SDR
(special drawing rights) 3,140-3,829 per month, which converts to
approximately XPF 449,687-548,326 (USD 4,491-5,476; EUR 3,768-4,595).
An offer of appointment for an initial contract will normally be made
in the lower half of this range, with due consideration being given to
experience and qualifications. SPC salaries are not presently subject
to income tax in New Caledonia.
BENEFITS FOR INTERNATIONAL STAFF EMPLOYEES BASED IN NEW CALEDONIA –
SPC provides subsidised housing in Noumea and will reimburse excess
accompanied luggage of up to two additional bags. Airfares, medical
and life insurance are available for eligible employees. Employees are
entitled to 25 days of annual leave per year of contract and access to
SPC’s Provident Fund (contributing 8% of salary, to which SPC adds a
matching contribution).
LANGUAGES – SPC’s working languages are English and French.
RECRUITMENT PRINCIPLES – SPC’s recruitment is based on merit and
fairness, and candidates are competing in a selection process that is
fair, transparent and non-discriminatory. SPC is an EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER, and is committed to cultural and gender diversity, including
bilingualism, and will seek to attract and appoint candidates who
respect these values. Due attention is given to gender equity and the
maintenance of strong representation from Pacific Island
professionals. If two interviewed candidates are ranked equal by the
selection panel, preference will be given to the PACIFIC ISLANDER.
Applicants will be assured of complete confidentiality in line with
SPC’s private policy.
Application procedure
Closing date: 10 April 2022 – 11:00 pm Noumea time
JOB REFERENCE: SH000134
Applicants must apply online at http://careers.spc.int/
Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.
For your application to be considered, you must provide us with:
* an updated resume with contact details for three professional
referees
* a cover letter detailing your skills, experience and interest in
this position
* responses to all screening questions
Please ensure your documents are in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF
format.
All positions at SPC have specific screening questions. If you do not
respond to all of the screening questions, your application will be
considered incomplete and will not be reviewed at shortlisting stage.
SCREENING QUESTIONS: (2.000 CHARACTERS MAXIMUM PER QUESTION)
* Please briefly detail your experience in the areas of data
preparation and data management.
* What do you consider to be the value of data standards and could
you provide some examples of key areas to which they can be applied ?
* What is your opinion of the Pacific Data Hub as the principal
source of Pacific data ?