Job Opportunity

Data Specialist

HelpAge Tanzania wishes to recruit a Data Specialist that will be based at Kibondo District. We are looking for a dynamic person with relevant skills, experience and qualifications to join a dedicated team responsible for implementation of Project activities for People with Special Needs (PSNs) and People with Disabilities (PWDs) including older persons. In Nduta and Nyarugusu.

A summary of the job purpose and person specification is indicated below while the full Job Description will be available on request to [email protected] copy to [email protected]

Job purpose

The Data Specialist is responsible to oversee and ensure consistent data information and management to increase the level of accountability by HelpAge to persons with specific needs. The position holder is essentially a champion for data in line with HelpAge commitment to be accountable to persons with specific needs and the donors.

Person Specification

A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Statistics or any other relevant qualification.
Minimum of 2 years hands on relevant professional experience especially in Data Specialist
Proficient in relevant computer applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, and Analytical tools such as SPSS, NVIVO)
Accurate keyboard skills and proven ability to enter data at the required speed
Demonstrable interest in ageing issues
Experience in working with refugee population is preferred.
Understanding of protection and human rights issues concerning the refugees a plus.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Well-developed organizational and planning skills
Self-motivation and strong team spirit
Good report writing skills
Knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
Facilitation and trainings skills
Organizational and planning skills.
Respectful and courteous.
Able to maintain a high level of ethical standards
Ability to train and motivate others, taking into account cultural and language differences
Ability to communicate in both English, Kiswahili. Kirundi or French a plus
Excellent communication skills in writing and verbally
Good information collection and management skills
Ability to work under pressure and to short deadlines