Data and Innovation Advisor

Chemonics seeks a Data and Innovation Advisor for the ongoing USAID project: Jordan Tourism Board Activity (JTBA). The project aims to improve Jordan’s tourism sector, primarily through supporting the Jordan Tourism Board’s (JTB’s) efforts to strategically position and promote Jordan as a distinctive destination. The Data and Innovation Advisor supports the Deputy Chief of Party/Team Lead — Destination Marketing and Promotion in technical activity implementation as well as work planning related to Objectives 1: Marketing Strategy Development; 2: Data Management Platform Development; 3: Digital Marketing Activities; 4: Business-to-Business Marketing Activities. In addition, the Data and Innovation Advisor will support the Deputy Chief of Party/Team Lead — Destination Marketing and Promotion in activities related to Objective 1 and 3. The candidate will also support Institutional and Product Development Team Lead in activities under Objectives 5: Promotion of Sustainable Tourism Experiences; 6: Training and Capacity Building; 7: Emerging Opportunities and Needs to Optimize the Tourism Sector, as needed

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Deputy Chief of Party/Team Lead — Destination Marketing and Promotion in the management of the various technical activities under Objectives 1 – 4;
• Serve as JTB’s main technical liaison and Point of Contact on the activity team related to Data Management Platform and Innovation – Objective 2. These include, but not limited to, DMP development, testing and launching; working with partners and stakeholders on developing a framework for next iteration of DMP – DMP 2.0 – to maximize the DMP’s impact and usefulness; support stakeholders on activities related to Tourism Satellite Accounts, such as the design and launch Departure and Arrival Survey; work with partners on understanding the utility of the DMP and how it can be optimized for imp[roved business performance.
• Supports the successful implementation of other activities that are related to the project, as advised by the DCOP in close coordination with other team leads;
• Apply in-depth technical expertise, ensuring an integrated vision among objectives and focus on achieving results;
• Ensure that activities are results-oriented, that deliverables are high quality, and that reporting is relevant and timely;
• Focus on achieving results in all areas on schedule and ensuring synergies and cohesion between activities;
• Participate and engage in technical meetings and maintain positive relationships with relevant government officials, partners, and implementing partners;
• Support in developing and implementing annual work plans, reflecting the needs and priorities of USAID
• Practice effective coordination with crosscutting technical resources to ensure timely and quality activities implementation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field;
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in AI, data analytics and insights, and innovation in Jordan or other similar destinations;
• Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis tools and proven experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI;
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to develop innovative solutions.
• Strong writing and oral presentation skills in both English and Arabic.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge in MS Office;

Supervision and Reporting

The Data and Innovation Advisor reports to and is supervised directly by the Deputy Chief of Party/Team Lead — Destination Marketing and Promotion.