Database Management Advisor (contingent to donor funding)

Key Responsibilities:

• Closely work with the program team in the design and implementation of the digital data base system of the program
• Take the lead role to design manage and update the national MEAL digital database system ensuring the donor tracking milestones and interventions are captured  
• Lead the development of interactive dashboards tailored for different users (SNV implementing partners donor etc.).
• Ensure consistent application of data governance validation and security protocols by setting user access levels encrypting and backing up data and ensuring secure data storage
• Ensure the program collected data parameters meets quality and updated as needed.
• Monitor database performance and optimize for speed and reliability.
• Prepare guidelines on data entry validation data management analysis and use.
• Ensure database systems align with SNV donor and government data policies (data retention policies).
• Develop dashboards infographics and charts to present data clearly.
• Train and mentor implementing partners cluster-level MEAL staff and data entry clerks on digital data management system including live data reporting tools protocols data interpretation and use.
• Provide technical support to program staffs in developing digital data collections tools for surveys and transfer of information to various target groups of the program.
• Ensure the timely upload validation and secure storage of program data across all clusters.
• Collaborate with the learning and program quality advisors to triangulate data for adaptive learning.
• Support tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through periodical generation of evidence from the system that could help to make the necessary decision  
• Provide continues feedback to program staffs including the front-line staffs and data clerks to improve data collection practices.
• Protect the data base against threats or unauthorized access
• Suggesting changes and improvements for data base maintenance or protection 
• Facilitate the maintenance and handling of the data management materials/equipment.

Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications :

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters or bachelors degree in information systems Statistics Computer Science or a related field.
• 10 years of experience managing data systems in complex development programs.
• Strong proficiency in database design data analytics and data visualization platforms.
• Proven experience in building capacity of partners on data management
• Experience working in value chain and agri business development and youth employment projects and programs
• High level computer skills and the ability working with multiple partners and teams  
• Fluency in English is required.
• Willingness to travel to the field.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information :

Contract Type: National Full-time

This position will be based on donor funding and approval confirmation.

Expected start date: September 2025

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa Ethiopia

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and available budget. 

How to Apply 
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation before/on July 27th 2025.  Please submit your application only via Smart Recruiters. All information will be kept in the strictest confidentiality. 

If your experience and skills match the positions requirements we will contact you to advise on the next steps in the recruitment process.

Working at SNV  
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. SNV offers a challenging work environment opportunities to lead and innovate and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an internal and global network of experts.

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