Senior Data Systems Advisor,Creative Associates International

Position Summary

The Senior Data Systems Advisor will l ead Identify technology solutions for data management to improve teaching and learning through the project. Develop proposals and cost/benefit analysis of different solution.

REPORTING & SUPERVISION

The Senior Data Systems Advisor will report to the Deputy Chief of Party.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Work with project management and technical advisors to decide most appropriate technological approaches and how to integrate technology into existing programs.
• Manage the piloting of technology platforms.
• Assist evaluation of technology platforms and make recommendations on revisions to both the platform and curriculum as appropriate.
• Train facilitators, teachers, government staff, and learners on the use of technology. Collaborate and maintain regular contact with partners to ensure successful implementation of technology to support curriculum.
• Prepare progress reports and annual reports showing achievements against set targets.
• Collaborate closely with Nigeria LEARN staff and management in Nigeria and abroad as required.
• Participate in internal administrative and operational meetings, as required, and facilitate arrangements for organizing meetings, trainings, and workshops.
• Liaise with Senior TA Coordination and Learning Advisor to develop plans to monitor and support TA Data Systems gaps, providing on-demand support as needed.
• Liaise with other Technical Advisors to develop plan, implement, monitor and support TA Data Systems gaps, providing on-demand support as needed.
• Provide capacity building, coordination, and monitoring support to Data Systems TA staff and consultants in Abuja and in Legacy, Launching, and On-Demand states.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.
  
   

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

 

• Master’s degree in data systems, education technologies, or related field required; master’s degree may be substituted for undergraduate degree in data systems, education technologies, or related field and two additional years of relevant experience.
• At least eight years’ experience relevant to this position required, with at least five in design technological learning and management solutions in education sector; West Africa experience preferred.
• At least four years of direct supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated success and experience in delivering cost effective, user-friendly educational technical solutions that support quality learning outcomes, and community engagement.
• Prior experience organizing, implementing, and reporting on education management indicators.
• Prior experience with monitoring and reporting requirements for USAID programs highly desired.
• Demonstrated excellence in communications and interpersonal skills.
• Political savvy to interact effectively with numerous ministry institutions and senior-level national and subnational-level government officials.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex, politically charged environments, across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed upon timelines.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Fluency in Hausa, Igbo, or Yoruba is highly desired.
  
   

Preferred Experience & Skills

 

• Previous experience in similar role.
• Proven experience directly and indirectly supervising and managing staff and teams.
• Experience with a USAID-funded or other international organization implementing a program operating in insecure areas is desired.
• Strong ability to deploy and use various forms of tracking systems.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Excellent record keeping, and documentation skills are required.