Data Management Officer (Raqqa)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

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Title: Data Management Officer

Reporting to: Loan Coordinator

Location: Tabqa, Raqqa

Type: Full -Time

Position Description

The purpose of the data management Officer position is to Compile, analyze data and prepare reports. Facilitate exchange of information among project stakeholders. Coordinate with other staff to optimize the quality and efficiency of monitoring system.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Support for the project data management provision and reporting for best efficiency and effectiveness.
• Working closely with the Data Management department and M&E team for setting up the data management and reporting system for both project level and field level.
• Prepare accurate qualitative and quantitative reports on time and as required.
• Ensure that the data management provides accurate and quality information for all activities
• Outreach and contact the beneficiaries when necessary.
• Ensure the standard documentation of project, through uploading all beneficiaries related documents on NEF Siraj LMS\M&E database.
• Set up and manage loan applications in the Siraj Lending Management System.
• Oversee all loan disbursement and documentation processes, including verifying beneficiaries’ IDs and other required documents.
• Ensure accurate data validation and verification during loan disbursement or any other financial service transactions.Receive and record all loan repayments, ensuring daily updates in the system with complete accuracy.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or their designate.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful Data Management Officer must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in data management in data management, financial services, or loan administration—preferably within humanitarian or development programs. Strong knowledge of database systems and digital management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to validate, verify, and manage large data sets with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and other data processing software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy, competency in database programs (Excel and Access).
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work effectively across a wide variety of cultural contexts;

NEF will accept rolling applications until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, how you meet the essential criteria.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer). You will be given further notice prior to us contacting references.

NEF welcomes and encourages applications from all genders, backgrounds, religions, cultures, nationalities and abilities.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at www.neareast.org.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment Checks

Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks before start date:

• A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening.
• Receipt of satisfactory references.
• Workplace Verification Check.

NEF's strength is its people. Our team is our fuel to achieving the innovation, quality programming, community focus, mutual trust, sustainability, and learning needed to realize our mission. To help our team thrive, we support a working structure that prioritizes flexibility, personal commitments, and staff well-being while promoting a work culture of teamwork, collaboration, respect, integrity, and excellence.

As an international organization, we value a truly diverse workforce and prioritize a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We strive to create a high-achieving work environment informed by different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. With a commitment to diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion in all we do, our aim is to ensure that people feel heard, protected, and empowered to contribute to NEF's mission from day one.

Commitment to Safeguarding

As a global organization serving some of the world’s most vulnerable communities, the Near East Foundation takes the safeguarding of its program participants, staff, volunteers, and partners seriously. To that end, the Near East Foundation is a member of the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, and will systematically check with previous employers about any sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment issues relating to potential new hires. We may also employ other robust pre-hire screens, including in-depth reference checks, criminal background checks, and sanctions screens.
procedures. The Near East Foundation expects all program participants, staff, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment.

Location

Raqqa, Raqqa

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level