What we are looking for:
The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) is seeking a seasoned Quality Assurance & Methodologies Adviser to oversee and guide the application of methodologies for collecting and analysing displacement data. This role is critical in maintaining the quality and consistency of IDMC’s datasets, advancing tools to monitor displacement caused by conflict and disasters, and offering technical expertise in interpreting complex datasets.
What you will do:
Quality assurance
Oversee the upload of detected displacement events and ensure that that data is accurate, timely and collected at the appropriate spatial and temporal scales Ensure monitoring guidance and standards are implemented, followed and updated as required coordinating with the Global Monitoring Manager Conduct QA of data and sources to ensure the quality and consistency of the data and of various reporting outputs (quarterly snapshots, internal displacement updates, figures analyses, etc.) Explore alternatives methods to fill data gaps coordinating with the Data and Risk Analysis ManagerMaintenance and development of the monitoring methodology
Provide training and ongoing methodological guidance to the Data Coordinators, including assisting them to address specific monitoring challenges Organise regular meetings with the Data Coordinators to ensure methodological harmonisation across regions. Regularly update IDMC’s monitoring methodologies in coordination with the Global Monitoring Manager and the Data and Risk Analysis Manager.Technical support and advice
Assist in developing monitoring tools and data platforms, which may include documenting gaps in existing tools, coordinating on improvements, and/or providing user feedback on information management tools and processes Assist the Data Coordinators to conduct analyses of complex datasets.Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What you will bring:
Master’s degree in international affairs, social sciences, displacement, migration, humanitarian or development studies, information science or related field Five years of relevant experience in data analysis, development of methodologies, and managing quantitative data Highly organised and extremely detail oriented Can perform well under pressure and ability to deliver under tight deadlines when necessary Previous experience developing data standards, databases and information management systems Previous experience providing oversight on the quality control of data and analyses Advanced proficiency in the use of Excel, databases and online research tools for the capture, organisation and analysis of information Advanced knowledge of Python and R programming languages Fluent communication skills in English, both written and verbal Fluency in French or Spanish will be an asset.What we offer:
Duty station: Any country where NRC has an Office, or EOR offices in France, Italy, Demark, Finaland, Spain & Canada. This can also be a consultancy contract. Contract: 1 year. Travel: with 5%. Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s National salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions. NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability. We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC
Important information about the application process
For Internal candidates: To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace. When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education. Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV. Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered. We receive many applications for each vacant position and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.If you have any questions about this role, please email ho.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee. Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:
do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts. join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility. be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people. At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to: • treat everyone with respect and dignity • contribute to building a safe environment for all • never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH) • always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH