Information Management Officer (WASH)
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
The Information Management Officer will lead in coordination with sector ministries to obtain the latest WASH-related sector data, analysis, and quality checking before dissemination to concerned programme units, zonal WASH teams, partners, and external stakeholders. The incumbent will provide clear and concise data visualization products, such as maps, dashboards, and infographics, to WASH Managers, zonal teams, and partners. They will also respond to data visualization requests to support advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of the WASH programme and WASH cluster. The incumbent will lead in exchanging and disseminating data, supporting the development of effective methods and platforms to standardize WASH data and products, and maintaining a good catalogue, including maps within the GIS system. Guidance will be provided to the regional WASH team and IM focal points to promote effective use of IM products for evidence-based planning and reporting.
Responsibilities
1. Support to programme development and planning: Contribute to the development and planning of WASH programmes by providing timely and accurate data analysis and insights. Ensure that programme strategies are informed by robust information management practices. 2. Information Management for the WASH section: Lead the collection, verification, analysis, and dissemination of WASH sector data. Develop and maintain databases, dashboards, and reporting tools to track progress and identify trends. Ensure data quality and integrity. 3. Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results: Monitor the progress of WASH programmes against set objectives and targets using information management systems. Provide regular reports to management and stakeholders on programme performance. Identify challenges and recommend corrective actions. 4. Technical and operational support: Provide technical guidance and support to WASH teams and partners on information management tools and methodologies. Facilitate the standardization of data collection and reporting across the WASH sector. Support the development and implementation of effective information management platforms.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in information management, data analysis, or a related field is required. Experience in the WASH sector is an asset.
Skills
Data Analysis, Information Management, Data Visualization, Database Management, GIS, Reporting, Programme Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, UNICEF Procedures