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Research planning\nContribute to research design and Terms of Reference, including sampling, data collection tools, data analysis plans and data management plans, under appropriate technical guidance.\nWork with assessment colleagues to translate agreed questionnaires into Kobo/ODK tools; test skip logic, constraints, calculations and translations before deployment.\nSupport sampling calculations and sample preparation with assessment and GIS colleagues, documenting assumptions and limitations.\nPrepare data quality checks, cleaning procedures and analysis scripts in R. Agree task timelines with the line manager and report delays or technical issues promptly.\n2. Research implementation\nSupport enumerator training on data collection tools, data quality and data protection, and provide technical support during data collection.\nRun regular checks for completeness, consistency, duplicates, outliers and sampling progress; share actionable feedback with assessment and field teams.\nCheck geographical references with GIS colleagues where relevant and resolve discrepancies with the responsible teams.\nDocument changes to tools, sampling or data collection procedures and raise proposed methodological changes with the line manager for the required approvals.\n3. Data management cleaning and analysis\nClean and validate quantitative and qualitative datasets in line with REACH standards. Maintain cleaning logs and document decisions with assessment colleagues.\nDevelop and maintain reproducible R scripts for data processing and analysis, including agreed indicators, disaggregation, weighting and statistical analysis as appropriate.\nOrganize datasets, scripts and documentation using agreed naming, version control, storage and access procedures; maintain recurring data collection tools and workflows as assigned.\nCheck analysis against the agreed data analysis plan, explain methodological limitations, and submit datasets, scripts and outputs for technical review before use.\n4. Output production\nPrepare accurate datasets, summary tables, charts and other analysis products for reports, factsheets and presentations, in collaboration with assessment colleagues.\nSupport dashboards, web maps and other information products according to skills and assigned portfolio, working with GIS and other technical colleagues.\nEnsure figures and findings are consistent with the approved methodology and final datasets; address review comments and support required Acted HQ validation before external release.\nProvide the line manager with updates on output progress and deadlines, and support maintenance of online products where assigned.\n5. External engagement and dissemination\nAt the line manager’s request, contribute technical inputs to partner consultations, joint analysis, product reviews and dissemination activities.\nRepresent REACH in relevant meetings or present findings only with prior line manager approval; document discussions and follow up on agreed technical actions.\nSupport partners’ understanding and appropriate use of REACH data and findings, including their limitations, while complying with approved data sharing arrangements.\n6. Knowledge sharing and learning\nContribute to lessons learned exercises and document improvements to data collection, processing and analysis workflows.\nShare reusable scripts, guidance and technical knowledge with colleagues and support practical learning for data interns or other staff as assigned, under senior technical guidance.\n7. Data confidentiality and protection\nMaintain strict confidentiality of all data and related processes, in compliance with REACH data protection policies and standard operating procedures.\nApply agreed access controls, secure storage and transfer procedures, and anonymization requirements. Do not share data externally without the required authorisation.\nPromptly report suspected data breaches or protection concerns to the line manager and follow organizational procedures. Comply with Acted policies and codes of conduct, including safeguarding requirements.\nRequirements\nQUALIFICATIONS\nA bachelor’s degree in statistics, mathematics, data science, computer science, information management or another relevant discipline.\nAt least two years of relevant experience in data management, analysis, statistics or programming; experience in a humanitarian or development context is preferred.\nProficiency in R for data cleaning, analysis and reproducible workflows, with experience working with large datasets.\nStrong Excel skills and experience developing and testing Kobo, ODK or similar mobile data collection tools.\nGood understanding of sampling methods, descriptive statistics, data quality checks and responsible data management.\nStrong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to document methods and communicate findings clearly.\nAbility to manage agreed tasks and deadlines, work independently with appropriate guidance, and collaborate in a multicultural team.\nFluency in written and spoken English.\nDesirable\nExperience with Python, GIS applications such as QGIS or ArcGIS, or dashboard and data visualisation tools.\nExperience supporting household or key informant assessments, enumerator training or recurring monitoring exercises.\nHow to apply\nQualified applicants with the required skills are invited to submit their applications. The application should include a one-page cover letter and a CV not exceeding two pages, combined into a single document. Please ensure that the cover letter appears on the first page, followed by the CV, and that the CV includes details of three work-related referees.\nApplications should be submitted via Ethio jobs and must be received on or before 5:00 PM on November 08, 2026. Please use the subject line: “REACH Data Analyst\" - Ethiopia when submitting your application.\nPlease do not attach any other documents while sending your applications, if required they will be requested at a later stage.\nPlease note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\nACTED will at no stage of recruitment process request candidate to make payments of any kind. Further, ACTED has not retained any agent in connection with recruitments.\nACTED is committed to protecting beneficiaries within our programmed from exploitation and abuse and any kind of misconduct. ACTED has specific policies, including PSEA and Child Protection, which outlines the expected behavior and the responsibility of all staff, beneficiaries, consultants and other stakeholders and has zero tolerance towards misconducts. 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