The Data Analysis & Reporting Assistant will support DCA and partners to embed dynamic and proactive data analytics into the MEAL systems to drive program quality improvement, generate evidence of the impact of our work and foster learning across the organization.

The main responsibilities of the intern are:

Data Analysis & MEAL

Assist with data collection, cleaning, and quality control

Work with DCA and partner staff members developing M&E systems and baseline assessments.

Assist with research and revision of data collection tools

Support review and development of data tracking tools and impact analyses

Assist in analysing data to provide an evidence base for the measurement of results and to demonstrate results more clearly.

Support review of and feedback on DCA program/project and partner reports

Data Quality, Use and Sharing

Support the development of MEAL plans and M&E tools for existing and new projects

Assist in compiling data to contribute towards strategic decision-making, knowledge management, sharing best practices and program planning with program team.

Support data-driven storytelling and communication efforts

Support planning, implementation and follow up of periodic monitoring visits to track progress, identify problems, support partners and project staff, and extract lessons and to provide feedback

Provide data/evidence-based support and input to DCA and partner strategy and reflection/learning events.

Support relevant project staff in updating the DCA program and projects document (PPD) electronic filing system.

Any other duty as assigned by supervising manager.

Required Qualifications:

A university degree from an accredited educational institution in Data science, Data Analytics, Computer Science or a related field.

High degree of familiarity with digital data gathering software packages (Activity info, Kobo ToolBox, or similar), data visualization tools (Microsoft PowerBI, or similar), and data analysis software (Stata, SPSS, R, or similar).

Ability to translate data into actionable insights, and support others to do the same

Interest in learning

Ability to travel

Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy

Fluency in at least English and Kiswahili