Senior Data and Research Specialist – Cairo, Egypt

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

QED group, doing business as Q2 Impact, seeks a Senior Data and Research Specialist who can leverage their deep technical data science and statistical knowledge and skills including identifying secondary data sources that can be used for analysis in Egypt, use of methodologically sound approaches in using secondary data for analysis, as well as is knowledgeable in the use of data visualization software to promote data use for decision-making at USAID in Egypt. This role will be part of a team under the USAID/Egypt funded Learning Activity to provide monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) support services and build the capacity of USAID/Egypt and implementing partner (IP) staff. The objectives of these technical services include improved use of evidence to support the implementation of USAID/Egypt’s Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) and enhance the performance of the portfolio.

The Senior Data and Research Specialist is a technical expert in data science and statistics, and has experience in data visualization, including GIS. The Specialist should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. He/She will guide a team of short-term and consultant data specialists. This position will provide technical leadership and support across the project team to support a range of data-related technical tasks, and advising program advisors to ensure that QED is able to inform the Mission through the use of evidence and data to support USAID/Egypt’s needs. He/she should be well networked in Egypt so as to be able to access various secondary data sources, have on the ground experience working with data in Egypt, be an excellent communicator, a problem solver, and conversant in a variety of areas including MIS, statistical analysis, programming languages and software to interface with both technical and non-technical experts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Access

• Identify and obtain data from secondary data sources in Egypt
• Experience and knowledge of how to address inter-operability across diverse secondary data sources

Data Analysis

• Support research and learning to inform USAID through the creative use and analysis of primary and secondary data to support the use of data to measure performance and improve results; communicate results and educate others through insightful visualizations, reports and presentations.
• Perform exploratory data analysis, generate and test hypotheses, and uncover trends and relationships that provide deep, meaningful insights into USAID/Egypt’s diverse portfolio of projects.
• Support the development of logical and conceptual data flows to support analysis
• Dedicate time to encourage creativity and innovation in analysis
• Strengthen capacity and support field teams with their data analysis (using programs such as SAS, R, Python, Stata, Vanva, Tableau) and GIS needs
• Use various tools and methods including NLP to mine unstructured data, using methods such as document clustering and/or classification, topic analysis, named entity recognition, and sentiment analysis

Data Visualization and Communication

• Produce high-quality data visualizations, such as dynamic and static dashboards, stand-alone infographics, etc.; support team in building, validating, diagnosing, and improving statistical models
• Produce high-quality maps, reports, and other GIS-based products, sharing clear, actionable observations and recommendations with senior management and other key stakeholders for further consideration
• Guide various technical offices in the appropriate and effective use of data and maps
• Present results of data analyses in an easily understood manner

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of ten (10) years in MIS, data analytics, data visualizations, and information technology. The required number of years may be lowered for candidates with demonstrated experience and relevant graduate degrees
• Knowledge and networks in Egypt to access different data sources for analysis.
• Experience with various information systems across health, education, agriculture, and economic growth sectors
• Methodological knowledge and expertise in conducting statistical analysis.
• Experience working across diverse data systems
• Experience/knowledge in data visualization software such as Tableau, Tableau-based dashboards and visualization and analysis capabilities a plus.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in data management and analysis using tools such as Excel, Google Drive based Excel, R, Stata, Python, SQL, Tableau, ArcGIS, etc.
• Understanding of best practices for data warehousing including storage/management, reporting/analytics, and other key elements of effective institutional data systems in a global/overseas context that supports the use of data for decision-making
• Ability to multi-task, solve complex problems, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain meaningful relationships that support productive collaboration
• Familiarity with USAID IT protocols, guidance, and policies preferred
• Ability to live and work in Egypt. Egyptian candidates are highly encouraged to apply
• Fluency in English and Arabic

The QED Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. AA/V/D.