Data Officer

As a Data Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting the timely and accurate collection, management, and analysis of data at the union council level. You will ensure high-quality data entry, cleaning, validation, and reporting to maintain the integrity of the Integrated Communication Information Management System (ICIMS) and other project-related databases. Additionally, you will actively collaborate with Social Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) field teams to address data-related issues, enabling evidence-based decision-making and programmatic success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Data Collection and Management:

• Collect field data and enter it into ICIMS and other designated systems, ensuring accuracy and adherence to timelines.
• Collaborate with SBCC field staff, including Community Block Officers (CBOs) and Community Mobilizers (CMs), to resolve data-related challenges and ensure completeness and quality.
• Ensure all data is collected using the latest tools and methodologies aligned with project requirements.

Data Validation and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct 5% to 10% field and desk data validation exercises to ensure field data accuracy and integrity.
• Cross-check datasets against field records and other data sources to identify and rectify discrepancies.

Data Cleaning and Analysis:

• Perform data cleaning to eliminate errors, inconsistencies, and duplications.
• Verify the completeness of collected data and maintain a high standard of data reliability for further analysis.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain detailed records of daily tasks, data collection, and management processes.
• Generate and share routine and ad hoc reports based on program needs.
• Assist in the preparation of program-related documentation, including reports and summaries.

Coordination and Field Visits:

• Work closely with SBCC field teams to monitor data compliance, address gaps, and ensure timely submission of datasets.
• Conduct field visits, as necessary, to validate and cross-check data and provide on-ground support to field staff.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the Data Coordinator and other officials with tasks related to data management, as required.
• Contribute to improving data collection tools and methodologies to enhance the efficiency of project operations.

Disclaimer: 

• MicroMerger reserves the right to reject any or all applications or change the number of positions at any stage without assigning any reason or as per requirements.
• Any Candidate/Applicant who attempts to or influences the recruitment process or the Selection Panel by any means shall be disqualified immediately.
• MicroMerger will not consider applicants not fulfilling the requirements/criteria mentioned above.
• Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
• MicroMerger reserves the right to cancel the whole hiring process at any stage without mentioning any reason.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for tests and/or interviews via call or Email.
• The organizarion reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
• MicroMerger provides equal opportunity to all qualified Males & Females candidates. Females are encouraged to apply. 
• All jobs are of visual nature. Visually impaired applicants cannot be entertained.
• Recruitment will be made on a contract basis, extendable based on arising needs
• By applying to this position, you agree to the use of your CV for MicroMerger's internal Application Tracking System.
• Shortlisted candidates will have to bring their CVs, attested copies of CNIC, certificates, experience certificates and educational qualifications at the time of the interview
• No TA/DA or any expense would be admissible during the whole hiring process including interviews, tests etc.
• There will be no provision of official laptop or any other such device, the individual selected has to utilize their own machine.
• MicroMerger has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and all forms of misconduct. All selected candidates will be subject to safeguarding screening, reference checks, and required to sign the organization’s Code of Conduct and PSEA commitments. Any false declaration or failure to disclose previous misconduct may result in disqualification or termination.