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Job Ad at Mastercard Foundation

A job ad has surfaced at the Mastercard Foundation. The role of Lead, Impact Data Management & Analytics is currently open. The successful candidate will be based in Canada or any of our listed offices in Africa (Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, Kenya, Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria).

Duties:

Collaborate with other impact staff to prioritize the implementation of the data management and analytics processes for the Foundation.
Under the guidance of the head of impact measurement & analytics, partner with other cross-functional teams, e.g., business intelligence, finance, programs, among others, to implement enterprise-wide data processes and systems.
Contribute to the strengthening of the analytical capability across the impact team.
Implement routine descriptive and diagnostic analytics for impact measures.
Monitor impact data quality assurance across all countries by providing technical support.
Provide data and analytics technical knowledge and support to the prospective innovations including design and implementation of an impact data management and reporting system.

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Job Requirements

Master’s degree plus a Professional qualification in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Monitoring & Evaluation, or another related course is required.
At least 7 years of progressively responsible relevant experience in data and analytics, and understanding the underlying technologies needed to enable innovative implementation of data management and analytics processes.
Data analysis and management using statistical packages including SPSS, Stata, R-Studio, Python, or My SQL.
Strong quantitative knowledge to understand, explain, and conceptualize analyses using development statistical information to inform strategic planning.
Demonstrated ability to support strong partnerships and alliances inside and outside of the organization and work in a politically demanding environment.
Experience working for a Foundation, Donor, or development organization desired.
Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, and enthusiasm both individually and as part of a complex team effort.
Demonstrated understanding of enterprise data warehouse, big data, BI & analytics, content management and data management.
Experience with two or more statistical packages including SPSS, Stata, R-Studio, Python, or My SQL.
Demonstrated working knowledge of PowerBI, Tableau, R, or other Analytics Vendors with BI components.
Demonstrated expertise in using Advanced Excel including use of macros.
Experience with or knowledge of leading open-source data collection & management platforms in the humanitarian and development space (e.g., DHIS2, Kobo Toolbox, ODK).
Ensures that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with the highest ethical standards and aligns with the values of the Foundation.
Ability to promote collaboration by supporting team unity, aligning to common data goals, and facilitating collaborative behavior.