The Halo trust
DUE: 22 SEP 2023
Position: Information Management (IM) Officer
Location: Harare – (With regular field travel)
Closing Date: 22 September 2023
Contract Type: Fixed Term
About The Halo Trust
HALO is the leading global NGO addressing the impact and drivers of conflict in 28 countries and territories, with over 12,000 staff.
Most of our staff are local employees and include a growing number of women. Our primary duty is to serve people affected by
conflict, clearing landmines and the explosive remnants of war that threaten lives and livelihoods long after fighting has finished.
Role Summary
The Information Management (IM) Officer is a key member of HALO’s IM department, responsible for providing support to the
field teams in the following functions: managing data, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and providing Information
Communication Technologies (ICT) support as needed. The IM Officer supports the Operations Manager and the field teams to
ensure the highest standards of data collection and storage across the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Designing and maintaining scalable internal Information Management systems to ensure accurate and efficient collection
and storage across a range of operational data
Manage, support and mentor the expanding Information Management and GIS Department
Management of data in HALO’s Global Operations Information Management System (GO-IMS)
Establishing a clear data flow with stated quality assurance and control mechanisms to ensure accuracy design and implementation of mobile data collection forms and data flows to assist efficient and effective field-level operations.
Develop database reporting tools using views/queries in PostgreSQL
Design and maintenance of programme databases and datasets as required
Designing and implementing suitable Monitoring and Evaluation tools to assist the programme to understand the humanitarian impact of its operations With the Programme Officer
Designing and implementing training sessions in the use of physical and digital/mobile data collection techniques.
Quality control of all operational data from mine clearance, explosive ordnance risk education, explosive ordnance disposal, and other activities With Operations Management
Production of maps, infographics and other data visualization to accompany donor reports, presentations and for other external publications and uses
Use HALO internal data, open source, and other data with Information Management and GIS tools to produce of the presence and impact of mines and other explosives
Ensure HALO operational data is submitted accurately and on time to Information Management System for Mine Action (IMSMA), the national database owned by the National Mine Action Centre (NMAC)
Ensure HALO monthly operational data is submitted accurately and on time to meet all reporting obligations
Use other platforms (e.g. Power BI) for monitoring and evaluation of HALO operations and internal data and metrics
Qualifications, Experience and Key attributes
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, GIS, or related discipline
Experience and knowledge of database management systems with fluency in PostgreSQL (or Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL)
Knowledge and experience in the use of GIS software, especially ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap
Experience in the use of mobile data collection tools such as Survey123, Fulcrum, Kobo
Advanced SQL and data querying/extraction skills
Experience in managing large datasets
Minimum of 2 years experience in the field of Information Management
Experience with database design of relational databases
Data management experience
Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills with meticulous attention to details
Ability to work effectively in a team in a culturally diverse environment
Ability to work well under stress and in a fast-paced environment
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
TO APPLY
Submit an application letter and CV highlighting the job title in the subject line to recruitment@halozim.org
The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, national origin, disability, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or marriage or civil partnership/domestic partnership status.
Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
At no stage of the recruitment process does HALO charge a fee.