About the opportunity
The Information Management Officer (Information Management and Analytics Analyst) is a critical role within the Afghanistan Country Office (AFCO) under the Programme Implementation Unit of the Afghanistan’s Community Resilience and Livelihood Project (ACRLP). The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and operational use of the Management Information System (MIS) and related data systems, ensuring smooth data operations for a large-scale community resilience program. This role involves managing data quality, providing operational support and training to partners, and supervising MIS support staff to enhance project data accessibility, reporting, and transparency.
Salary and benefits
- Salary/compensation provided (classified as fully-funded based on UNOPS employment standards).
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Information Technology, Information Management, Information System, Software Engineering, Data Management, or Data Science.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in information management, database design, database administration, web application, and related fields.
- Programming/administration skills (familiarity with C#, HTML, .NET, ASP.NET WebForm, API, SQL, Windows Services, etc.).
- Knowledge of UN systems, policies, and norms for Information management/ICT/database management.
- Experience working with the UN/UNOPS.
- Understanding of the Afghanistan context regarding data collection and management.
- Experience working with community-based projects and humanitarian programs.
- Fluent proficiency in English.
Required documents
- Resume/CV (submitted via the application portal).
When to apply
- Applications must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date.
How to apply
- Apply through the UNOPS Careers Marketplace via the provided application link.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- IT or Data Science graduates with at least 2 years of experience in database design and administration.
- Developers proficient in C#, .NET, SQL, and web applications.
- Candidates with prior experience working with UNOPS or other UN systems.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Kabul, which involves significant operational and security considerations.
- The contract is subject to project timelines and budget availability.
- Applicants should verify the specific duration of the contract.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for someone aiming to lead the design and management of a large-scale Management Information System (MIS) within a humanitarian context. It offers a chance to build community resilience and livelihood projects through data-driven decision-making.
Our take
A strong fit for IT professionals with UN experience and a deep understanding of the Afghanistan context who want to lead data systems for humanitarian efforts.
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