Data Management Officer

The Data Management Officer will support data management across the GCF portfolio for Funded Activities, Project Preparation Facility (PPF) and the Readiness Programme. S/he will ensure the successful collection and consolidation of data and information on the performance of GCF’s portfolio of projects for both Funded Activities and the Readiness Programme throughout the lifecycle, to inform the identification of early warning signals and formulation of interventions and corrective actions, based on portfolio-level quantitative and qualitative analyses. S/he will also contribute to key functions across the Secretariat, including but not limited to (1) cleaning the data and ensuring the quality and accuracy of data reported by implementers, support the reporting on the GCF portfolio, its performance and impact results to various levels of internal and external stakeholders, and (2) leading the conceptualization and build of portfolio performance management systems, tools, platforms, etc. (3) Support the optimization of knowledge capture within the Secretariat.

Under the guidance of the Head of Monitoring, Data and Results Management:

• Support the management of data governance across the GCF portfolio for Funded Activities, PPF and Readiness.
• Lead the use of data to identify early warning signals, trends and formulation of interventions and corrective actions based on portfolio-level quantitative and qualitative analyses and review of project progress reports such as annual performance reports, financial reports, and mid-term/final evaluation reports.
• Expand the use of the Open Data Library (ODL) through the conceptualization and operationalization of additional dashboards which have been defined through the gathering of user and/or stakeholder requirements.
• Support the continued implementation of the GCF’s Data Management Strategy.
• Operationalize portfolio data management functions and define and develop operational guidelines, protocols and templates on data and results management.
• Contribute to the development of internal data modules to track compliance with covenants, conditions, Board approved policies, procedures, and internal guidelines, as applicable.
• Contribute to data management of DMEL functions, including the development and implementation of MEL data input guidelines for GCF operations.
• Identify, analyze and interpret portfolio trends or patterns in complex data to provide recommendations for action on portfolio performance.
• Conduct data modeling on results including extrapolations and as required for various needs including Secretariat Work Programmes and replenishment papers.

Engagement:

• Collaborate with the Learning and thought leadership section on the design and elaboration of data-managements standards, tools and frameworks such as the GCF’s taxonomy and the data dictionary.
• In collaboration with other OCSIO workstreams, to establish key performance indicators to assess project implementation and impact results in an effective manner.
• Contribute to the development/redesign of the Portfolio Performance Management System (PPMS) and other portfolio management platforms in cooperation with ICT and relevant divisions.
• Support the development of a coordinated approach to data capture/acquisition , organization, access/search and dissemination in collaboration with the Data Management Specialists
• Support the sensitization efforts including devising a MEL training plan for various audiences with respect to tools, calculation methodologies systems and frameworks.

Delivery:

• Support or prepare GCF portfolio status reports for each Board meeting and other portfolio-related reports, including for senior management and other relevant fora.
• Support the operationalization of data management aspects such as the application of data quality standards to ensure that the data is reliable and fit-for-purpose.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to address portfolio-related information requests e.g., GCF Board, Conference of the Parties (COP), UN Agencies, OECD, GEF, and key contributors.
• Provide portfolio-related feedback and input to GCF documents such as briefs, and policies including CIC, OC and evaluations.
• Streamline data provision of the portfolio status to inform portfolio implementation, monitoring and adaptive management as well as generation of knowledge (extraction, production, dissemination).

Requirements Education, experience, technical competencies required :

• Master’s degree in information science, management, economic development, environmental sciences, statistics, or related fields. A Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with an additional two years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the Master’s degree requirement;
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in applying expertise and knowledge with big datasets within the area of portfolio monitoring and management.
• Proved track record in taking initiatives and working independently.
• Strong competence, proficiency and full autonomy in standard data analytics and management software such as Power Bi, STATA, R, and spatial data management tools.
• Strong competence and professional skills in standard software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of another UN language would be an advantage.
• integrity and highest ethical standards.
• A team player with a proactive and can-do attitude, contributing to a harmonious environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, facilitating communication between various levels of management, and multi-tasking to meet deadlines with high-quality deliverables.
• Mature judgment and absolute commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with high stress situations and pay close attention to detail.

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