Role Purpose 

The Data Analyst will be responsible for data management, analysis, and presentation of both qualitative and quantitative data generated through the independent monitoring project. The role will ensure data quality, generate insights, and produce user-friendly outputs that inform adaptive programming and accountability to GIZ and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities 

Data Management and Quality Assurance 

• Design, manage, and maintain project databases.
• Clean, validate, and verify data collected from field teams.
• Ensure data is anonymous and archived securely in compliance with data protection standards.
• Develop and implement data quality control protocols.

Data Analysis

• Conduct statistical and qualitative analysis of monitoring data.
• Triangulate data from multiple sources (surveys, FGDs, KIIs, PDM, spot checks).
• Analyse inclusion/exclusion errors, beneficiary satisfaction, timeliness, and graduation indicators.
• Identify trends, risks, and anomalies that may affect program outcomes.

Data Visualisation and Reporting 

• Develop dashboards, charts, infographics, and other visual tools to present findings.
• Support the preparation of quarterly monitoring reports, technical briefs, and final reports.
• Generate thematic analyses (e.g., gender, disability, vulnerability status).
• Contribute to knowledge management and learning products.

Collaboration and Capacity Building 

• Work closely with the M&E Specialist, Project Manager, and Field Coordinator to align analysis with project objectives.
• Train enumerators and field staff on digital data collection and basic data quality protocols.
• Support CSO capacity-building sessions by demonstrating practical data analysis tools.

Project Deliverables 

• Cleaned and verified datasets from all monitoring activities.
• Regular analytical briefs highlighting key findings and trends.
• Data visualisations (dashboards, graphs, maps, infographics).
• Contributions to quarterly reports, PDM reports, and final project report.
• Documentation of lessons learned in data management and analysis.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, Social Sciences, or related field (required).
• Professional certification in Data Analysis, M&E, or Data Science (desirable).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in data management and analysis within development or humanitarian projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with international organisations.
• Strong track record of using statistical packages (SPSS or STATA) and qualitative analysis software (Atlas.ti.)
• Proficiency in digital data collection platforms (KoboToolbox, ODK, CommCare).
• Experience producing data visualisations and dashboards (Excel, Power BI etc).
• Familiarity with social protection programmes, cash transfers, or livelihood monitoring is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to simplify complex findings.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an asset.

Duration & Level of Effort

The role will be for an initial 6 months (full-time) with possibility of extension depending on performance.

Reporting Line

The Data Analyst will report directly to the Project Manager and work closely with the M&E Officer, other project staff, and GIZ technical teams.

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Background 

Unique Care and Support Foundation (CASFOD) is co-implementing independent monitoring of the SEPIN-SUSI programme (social register expansion, shock responsive cash transfer, and graduation approach) in Adamawa State with support from GIZ. The initiative seeks to enhance transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making in the implementation of social protection interventions, including social register expansion, graduation approach, and shock-responsive cash transfers.

To ensure effective coordination, leadership, and delivery of results, CASFOD is looking for a Project Manager to oversee the project implementation.

Role Purpose 

The Project Manager will provide strategic leadership, technical oversight, and operational management of the independent monitoring initiative. The role will ensure alignment with GIZ donor requirements, supervise the project team, manage risks, and guarantee the delivery of high-quality monitoring outputs that contribute to improved social protection programming in Adamawa State.

Key Responsibilities 

Project Leadership and Coordinator

• Provide overall leadership and direction for project implementation in line with the approved logical framework.
• Serve as the primary liaison between CASFOD, GIZ, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the development and operationalisation of the Independent Monitoring Framework and inception plan.
• Ensure project activities are implemented according to donor standards, CASFOD policies, and ethical guidelines. 

Technical Oversight 

• Supervise the design and validation of monitoring tools (surveys, FGDs, KIIs, PDM instruments).
• Ensure proper data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Oversee data quality assurance, triangulation, and evidence generation.
• Guide the production of technical reports, quarterly monitoring reports, and the final project report.

Team Management 

• Directly supervise the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Field Coordinator, Data Analyst, and other project staff.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and capacity development for project staff and local CSO partners.
• Ensure gender-sensitive and inclusive practices across the team.

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, local authorities, CSOs, and community leaders in Adamawa State.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations, roundtable discussions, and debriefing sessions.
• Ensure effective communication of findings to stakeholders in accessible formats (policy briefs, infographics, photo documentation).

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

• Document lessons learned and best practices for institutional learning and advocacy.
• Support knowledge management and contribute to CASFOD’s organisational learning.

Project Deliverables 

• An approved inception report and monitoring framework.
• Monthly activity reports.
• Quarterly consolidated monitoring reports.
• Post-distribution monitoring (PDM) and graduation approach monitoring reports.
• Final project narrative report.
• Documentation of stakeholder meetings, roundtables, and CSO capacity-building sessions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Policy, Project Management, or related field (added advantage).

Additional certification in Monitoring & Evaluation or Project Management (desirable).

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in project management within the development/humanitarian sector.
• At least 3 years’ experience managing third-party monitoring, M&E, or accountability projects.
• Proven experience working with international donors.
• Strong technical background in monitoring methodologies (qualitative & quantitative).
• Familiarity with social protection systems, cash transfer programmes, and graduation/livelihoods approaches.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong people management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills, with experience producing donor-standard reports.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (SPSS, STATA, or qualitative analysis tools) and digital data collection platforms (ODK, KoboToolbox, CommCare).
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Hausa and local languages in Adamawa is an asset.

Duration & Level of Effort

The role will be for an initial period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance. This is a full-time position based in Yola with frequent field travel across Adamawa State.

Reporting Line

The Project Manager will report directly to the Head of Programs and Grants, CASFOD, and work closely with GIZ programme staff and relevant state authorities.