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Remote Researcher: Global Data Collection (Contract)

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5 months ago

January 8, 2025

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The Armed Conflict Situation and Event Data Organization (ACLED) is an institution for the collection, analysis, and mapping of disaggregated crisis data. The ACLED team collects conflict information, conducts analysis to describe, explain, and test conflict scenarios, and makes open-access data and analysis available to the public. ACLED’s work is regularly used to inform journalism, academic research, and public discourse on conflict and to support practitioners and policymakers. ACLED is the highest-quality and most widely used source of real-time data and analysis on political violence and protests around the world.

role
ACLED is recruiting a researcher in Yemen to help collect, review and manage data on political violence and protests in Yemen. Researchers must be available 35 to 40 hours per week. This position is completely remote and can be performed from anywhere with reliable Internet service. This is an entry level contract position.
Data collection is performed by reviewing news, international organizations, NGOs, and security reports on a list of designated countries, and recording incidents of political violence in an Excel template. Researchers focus on coding events to provide holistic coverage of current political violence, ranging from protests to battles.
Data review and management includes ensuring the quality, consistency, and reliability of the data produced. The role provides team members with experience in performing detail-oriented tasks and producing and managing quantitative data.

Specific roles and responsibilities:
Selected candidates will undergo in-depth ACLED training. The training includes several exercises. Candidates’ exercises will be examined and only those who have reached the required level will be considered as scholars.
For selected applicants, the initial consultation period will last from February 2025 to the end of May 2025. After that, extension may be possible, depending on performance and availability of funding.

Skills and Abilities:
ACLED seeks candidates with the following skills and experience:
University degree in conflict studies, peacebuilding, international development, or related fields;
Proficiency in Excel (essential);
Fluency in English and Arabic (essential);
Experience conducting desk research;
Experience working to deadlines with limited supervision;
A high level of attention to detail and the ability to receive and integrate feedback;
A research focus or professional experience in conflict or peacebuilding research in Yemen specifically, or regional studies in general is a strong asset;
Familiarity with conflicts and actors in Yemen;
Access to a computer, reliable internet connection, email, and Microsoft Office suite.

To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter detailing your qualifications, experience and language skills to the career portal ( https://acleddata.bamboohr.com/careers/266) as soon as possible.

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Call for Enumerators at Diadem Consult

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5 months ago

January 25, 2025

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Diadem Consults Initiative Limited / GTE, is a provider of solutions and services for complex health and environmental issues. It is fully Nigerian-owned and was founded in 2010 by a dynamic and qualified team of professionals from various disciplines.
We are recruiting to fill the following position:
Job Title: Census Taker
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job Type: Contract
Duration of Contract: 3 months
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The Census Taker will be responsible for the following tasks:
Collect field data from beneficiaries of humanitarian intervention
Support the management of qualitative and quantitative survey data. Complete daily tasks assigned and submit collected notes to the supervisor. Support the documentation of lessons learned, best practices and innovations tested in program design. Eligibility Criteria
Education:
A relevant degree in social sciences or a related field (e.g., international development, public health, evaluation, statistics or economics, evaluation or a related field). Required Skills and Experience:
At least five (2) years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing and implementing results-based RME activities. Hands-on experience in collecting qualitative and quantitative data
Experience in field research and evaluation for a donor-funded project is an asset. Hands-on knowledge in collecting data for research. Experience in conducting assessments, data collection, document/data review, transcribing survey recordings, and writing narrative reports. Specific experience with ODK and Microsoft Office suites. Experience in data analysis (for data quality sources)
Well-developed interpersonal skills in communication and relationship building. Good people management skills and excellent verbal communication skills
Ethics of telephone communication. Ability to listen, adapt, persuade to respond. Language Requirements:
Each candidate must be proficient in the following languages:
English: written and spoken
Verbal proficiency in at least two (2) Nigerian languages, which may include Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Efik, Kanuri, Pidgin and Uroboh
Closing date for applications
26th January 2025. How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates must: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0BVfmZ8-J0ayFyfmv53zbOW4j09tAf1PnCHZmYBO5m5URVdOSDIzRUlXWFk2VVg3M1ZCUkw3NEdORS4u&route=shorturl

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Risk Officer (Logistics)

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5 months ago

January 25, 2025

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Opportunity:
Blakskill Limited, in exclusive partnership with a well-known company in the logistics industry, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Risk Officer to ensure the accuracy and integrity of inventory management processes. This role involves examining and verifying the physical presence of goods in a warehouse, comparing them with recorded data, and identifying discrepancies. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in maintaining effective inventory control, reducing risk and preventing losses due to error or theft.
Job Description (Summary)
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Warehouse Control:
Recording daily stock/inventory movements
Performing regular and systematic audits of stock levels to verify accuracy. Inventory tracking and updating proper data
Comparing physical counts of items with information from the inventory management system. Data Accuracy:
Ensure that all inventory data, including product codes, quantities, and locations, is accurately recorded and updated in the system. Investigating and resolving discrepancies between physical counts and system records. Reports:
Generate and analyze inventory audit reports, highlighting deviations, trends, and potential issues/risks. Provide detailed and timely daily/weekly/monthly reports to management, suggesting corrective actions as needed. Compliance:
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations regarding inventory management. Assist in implementing best practices to improve inventory control processes. Collaboration:
Work closely with the warehouse manager and teams to coordinate inventory audits without disrupting daily operations. Communicate effectively with relevant departments to address and resolve inventory discrepancies. Security Measures:
Work with security personnel to implement measures that prevent theft, damage or unauthorized access to storage areas. Participate in stock loss investigations and propose preventive measures.
Required Qualifications and Experience
BSc/HND or above in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management or a related field
Must have at least 2 years experience in a supply chain/inventory management environment
Strong knowledge of MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint and general computer usage
Ability to effectively manage competing project deadlines in a high-pressure work environment with varying degrees of supervision.
Strong attention to detail and ability to uncover discrepancies in data. Apply via: https://blakskill.com/find-jobs/risk-officer-(logistics)-at-blakskill-limited-in-nigeria-67936eaa50181a236aa1b1a8.