International Committee of the Red Cross ICRC wants Protection Data Administrator

JOB DETAILS

Job Location: Beirut

Working Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:30

Contract Type: Fixed term,1 year (renewable based on performance and need for position)

Salary Range: USD //1’570 – 2’400//

Opening: January 24th 2023

Closing: February 6th 2023

JOB SUMMARY

The Protection Data Administrator carries out data processing of information on people entitled to protection under international humanitarian law using specialized case-management software, in order to ensure the work of the Protection department is managed efficiently and effectively in line with established guidelines. He is responsible for the data comprehensive support on the Protection file and overall support to the Data Team Office.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

OBJECTIVES AND TASKS

• Data inputs in Prot6 database individual data, based on different kinds of forms, cards, messages, tables, etc.
• Ensures that the collected data is reported as per working procedures and that the necessary documents are provided.
• Controls, corrects and completes the data input made by the delegates and the field officers.
• Monitors the global data quality by using tools such as dashboards and reports; reports duplicated beneficiaries to the Data & analytics Officer and the Deputy ProtCo in charge of Data when needed.
• Carries out data corrections under the supervision and/or the request of the Data & analytics Officer and the Deputy ProtCo in charge of Data.
• Understands and applies the data entry procedures for the data input and the data controls tasks.
• Understands the individual follow-up process of the main categories of beneficiaries (PFL cases) and, through the reading of their full history or individual file, reports proactively any identified discrepancy, delay, etc. to the Data & Analytics Officer and the Deputy ProtCo in charge of Data.
• Carries out basic data analysis upon the Data & Analytics Officer and the Deputy ProtCo in charge of Data requests.
• Carries out office work such as scanning, photocopying, filing, etc.; creates individual files for the new beneficiaries.
• Updates the paper files with all relevant documents (individual files, reference files, registration cards, etc.); attaches electronic documents to Prot6 and/or Team space according to the procedures.
• Processes the Protection Archive documents to send to Geneva.
• Participates in the revision and improvement of the reference documents such as workflows, data entry procedures, etc.
• May be asked to translate forms and data from the local language to English and vice versa.
• Contributes to the protection and security of individuals’ personal data.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Years of experience required:  2-3 Years of experience / Previous experience with databases and data management (specialized software) / Information-management background.

Level of education: Professional degree

Field of education: Social Sciences or Computer Science and Information Management System

Languages: Excellent command of Arabic and English

Computer Literacy: Microsoft Office Suite / Knowledge of SQL or programing

Required Competencies (Key Competencies + Functional Competencies):

• Data analysis and management (Basic)
• Results and Quality Focus (Proficient)
• Planning and Organizing (Basic)
• Data Protection (Basic)
• Problem-solving (Basic)
• Leadership (Basic)
• Accountability (Basic)
• People management (Basic)
• Teamwork & Collaboration (Basic)
• Representing the ICRC (Basic)
• Beneficiary & Client focused (Proficient)

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Please upload your CV and Cover Letter in one document.

Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to application queries.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We thank you in advance for applying through the URL Link provided as applications received through email below will not be considered.

The ICRC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all its employees. Inclusion is embedded in the principles and values of the Movement – as it is committed to non-discrimination, as confirmed by the principles of humanity and impartiality, and is open to all, as confirmed by the principle of unity. 

We are continually taking steps to improve diversity and inclusion within the organization as well as ensure it is embedded in our programming.

We are committed to ensuring fair and equitable recruitment and promotion opportunities for all individuals and welcome all qualified candidates to apply to positions at the ICRC. Further, we are committed to achieving gender parity for our staff in management positions, as part of our institutional strategy objectives related to inclusion.

We aim to ensure career development opportunities for staff, our delegation is responsible for setting objectives to ensure more diverse management teams in our context. In parallel, the HR Team accompanies and supports this process with the aim of setting people up for success in their future roles.