Senior Data Officer

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis and GIS. IMPACT was launched at the initiative of ACTED, an international NGO whose headquarter is based in Paris and is present in thirty countries. The two organizations have a strong complementarity formalized in a global partnership, enabling IMPACT to benefit from ACTED s operational support on its fields of intervention. We are currently looking for a Senior data Officer to support our oPt team in Amman: Position : Senior Data Officer Contract duration : 6 months Location : Amman Starting Date : 1 August 2026 COUNTRY PROFILE The humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt) has reached dire levels, particularly in the Gaza Strip, where ongoing hostilities have resulted in mass displacement, the collapse of basic services, and a near-total breakdown of civilian infrastructure. With 2.2 million people affected, access to food, water, healthcare, and shelter remains critically limited. The scale of destruction and access constraints have created an environment where humanitarian needs far exceed available resources. At the same time, rising tensions and violence in the West Bank have severely impacted freedom of movement, livelihoods, and overall humanitarian conditions. In response, IMPACT Initiatives is implementing a range of activities to support a needs-based, evidence-driven humanitarian response. This includes multi-sectoral household assessments, displacement site mapping, and market assessments across Gaza to inform coordination, operational planning, and strategic decision-making. POSITION PROFILE The Senior Data Officer (SDO) serves as the technical lead for quantitative data management and analysis across assigned research cycles, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality analytical outputs. Working under the technical supervision of the Data Specialist, the SDO leads the implementation of quantitative methodologies, sampling approaches, data management systems, and statistical analyses while supporting continuous improvement of analytical workflows. The SDO provides day-to-day technical guidance to Data Officers and assessment teams, contributing to methodological consistency, operational efficiency, and evidence-based humanitarian decision-making. As the mission's technical lead for quantitative data management and analysis, the SDO supports assessment teams on sampling strategies, research design, and quantitative analysis plans. Working under the technical supervision of the Data Specialist, the SDO oversees the validation of data collection tools, leads the development of data cleaning and analysis scripts, and coordinates the production of analytical outputs, including dashboards, summary tables, and statistical briefs. The SDO will coordinate with the Data Specialist, Research Managers, and relevant assessment teams to align technical priorities, timelines, and deliverables, proactively resolving methodological and operational challenges throughout the research cycle. This position requires a candidate with a strong background in statistics and data analysis, advanced proficiency in tools such as R, Stata, or Python, and experience designing and implementing sampling methodologies in humanitarian or development contexts. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities, and able to work autonomously in volatile and fast-paced environments. A collaborative mindset, ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, and a solution-oriented attitude are essential to success in this role. Desired Candidate Profile Years of work experience At least 4 years of relevant working experience in a similar role preferable in the humanitarian field; Research skills Proficiency and proven experience with research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative research. Excellent analytical skills; Statistical skills Strong statistical and analytical skills; Software skills Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software (with a willingness to learn R). Knowledge of ArcGIS or Power Bi an advantage; Sound judgment and emotional intelligence in high-pressure or sensitive situations. Possesses strong interpersonal awareness and the ability to respond constructively to feedback and shifting priorities; Level of independence Proven ability to work independently; Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting; Organizational and coordination skills Strong presentation, and organisational skills; Multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask with tight deadlines; Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility; Academic qualifications Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Social Science, Economics, or related); Security environment Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment. Experience in geographical region Past experience in the region is desirable; Language skills Fluency in English required, competency in Arabic is an asset. Company Industry NGOSocial ServicesCommunity ServicesNon-Profit Department / Functional Area IT Software Keywords Senior Data Officer Get real-time job updates only on our App