Data Manager

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Title: Data Manager

Team: Evidence & Learning

Grade: Grade 3

Salary: £40,400 - £42,500 (depending on experience) if based in UK or competitive salary for the local market if based outside UK

Location: London or Start Network countries of operation (DRC, Bangladesh, Guatemala, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Senegal, Kenya, and the Philippines)

Closing: 11:59pm, 16th Oct 2022 BST

Job Description

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Data Manager to join our Research and Evidence Team to lead our data management. Collaborating closely with research and MEAL staff, the role will develop our data processes to ensure efficient and effective data collation, storage, processing, and reporting. The Data Manager will set in place a data management strategy and processes to centralise the holding and analysis of data that can then identify key learning from our work, support the demonstration of impact to stakeholders, and be used in our influencing work within the humanitarian sector

We are tackling what we believe are the biggest systemic problems that the humanitarian sector faces. Start Network's vision is for a locally led humanitarian system that is accountable to people affected by and at-risk of crises. We aim to achieve this vision by making systemic-level shifts in the way humanitarian assistance is approached and delivered. To achieve this, we need a substantial change to the current structure evolving from the centralised structure of today to a dispersed, international network of hubs operating nationally and regionally.

Job Purpose

The Data Manager will oversee the development and use of data systems at Start Network. The role will help streamline our data processes to ensure efficient and effective data collation, storage, processing, and reporting, with attention to security and confidentiality.

Person Profile

To be successful in the role you will have significant proven experience as a data manager at strategic level, backed up with a BSc/BA in computer science or relevant field. You will have excellent understanding of data management function (collection, storage, analysis, reporting etc.) and be familiar with current database and information system technologies and data visualization tools (eg Tableau and R). You will also have technical experience of data architecture in designing systems on Salesforce/Asana and other platforms. As an individual, you will bring an analytical problem-solving mindset, with excellent communication and collaboration skills, and above all a passion to see data used to influence decision-making

Essential Skills and Experience:

Proven experience as data manager

BSc/BA in computer science or relevant field

Excellent understanding of data administration and management functions (collection, storage, analysis, reporting etc.)

Familiarity with modern database and information system technologies including salesforce; and data visualization tools (eg Tableau and R)

Some data architect experience in designing systems on salesforce/asana

A solid understanding of existing and emerging data technologies

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Access, Word etc.)

An analytical mindset with problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Key Competencies:

Hold both a strategic perspective and enough detail to work with one part of the organisation whilst understanding the impact on other parts of the organisation and network through listening and engaging with other teams

Actively promote collaboration by spotting and breaking down barriers to siloed working, connecting with colleagues, teams, and initiatives

Balance the need to follow systems and processes with the courage, identifying when systems and processes do not align with the mission, suggesting alternatives

Anticipate the ‘what ifs' and actively plan to navigate them together with the team, seeking collaborative solutions and drawing on those with relevant expertise

Coach others across the organisation through formal and informal channels, actively developing talent

Recognise and actively seek to build trust, working through conflicts by acknowledging their importance, focusing on the issue not the person, analysing different perspectives and working together

Balance the tension between thinking, trialling, and deciding to move forward in line with expectations from key stakeholders

Our Offer To You

Being part of a network bringing change to the humanitarian sector

Hybrid working with the expectation of being in the London office at least 1 day per week

Contributory pension

Life Assurance

Family friendly policies

Learning and development opportunities for individuals and cross-organisationally

25 days' holiday plus 2 company days over the Christmas period

Information for Candidates

Our roles are open to discussion about flexible working. For part-time working and job-shares, please get in touch with us for a conversation about possibilities.

Start Network is committed to protecting people, particularly children, at-risk adults and affected populations from any harm that may be caused due to their encountering the Start Network as well as responding effectively should any harm occur.  We are also committed to safeguarding staff from any forms of bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse of power as outlined in the Dignity at Work policy. 

Start Network embraces diversity, promotes equality of opportunity and eliminates unlawful discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and treat every application on merit alone.  We particularly encourage applications from disabled, BAME, LGBTQ+ and non-binary candidates.  We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet our essential selection criteria set out in the Person Profile.