Data Scientist - NGO

The Data Scientist will work closely with different teams to develop and deploy research frameworks to support data driven decision-making. Different teams at the organisation source, use and analyze data as part of their work. The person in this role would be responsible to ensure how different projects can be data-driven and identify their needs and create strategies and frameworks for sourcing and analyzing data.

The role will require the candidates to demonstrate the following:

- Experience of designing and managing mixed methods research in support of strategic and programmatic decisions.

- Skills and Experience of managing multiple research studies and adapting methods in resource-constrained conditions.

- Strong Qualitative and Quantitative data analysis skill-set and original data visualization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 

- Identifying new data sources and translate complex datasets into easily accessible and useful information that supports program objectives.

- Highlight data trends and analytic opportunities that can drive program innovations.

- Develop and manage comprehensive research and M&E frameworks for different programs.

- Conducting quantitative (using SPSS, STATA, R or similar software,) or qualitative (using software like Atlas.ti) data analysis to model data.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS : 

- Minimum 4 years experience required with excellent MS Excel Skills. Proficiency at data analysis tools like SPSS, STATA etc.

- Post Graduate degree in Economics / Statistics/ Mathematics and or related topic.