Data Processing Specialist
Company: ICF Olson
Location: Rockville
Posted on: January 20, 2023
Job Description:
ICF is searching for a -Data Processing Specialist who will be
responsible for developing and supporting mobile data collection
and data analysis as part of the Demographic and Health Surveys
(DHS) program. The DHS Program is a US Agency for International
Development (USAID) funded project that supports the collection of
demographic and health data through nationally representative
population and facility-based surveys in low- and middle-income
countries (LMICs). The Data Processing Specialist will manage all
aspects of mobile data collection systems during the lifecycle of a
DHS survey, including system development, user training, production
of data reports, and preparation of datasets for public
release.This is an exciting role offering excellent opportunities
to grow skills in mobile data collection systems, gain experience
in working in low and middle income countries, and the chance to
work with a diverse set of colleagues who are passionate about
their work.This full-time position will be based in ICF's
Rockville, MD office in the Washington, DC metro area, once it is
safe to reopen offices (which are currently closed due to COVID-19)
and will require 25%-30% -travel to low and middle income
countries.As a -Data Processing Specialist, you will:
- Develop mobile data capture (CAPI) systems on both Windows and
Android platforms using the CSPro software system
- Strengthen the capacity of in-country IT counterparts and south
to south consultants to develop and support mobile data capture
systems
- Train local field staff in mobile data collection, in
collaboration with in-country implementing agencies
- Monitor initial fieldwork activities and provide local and
remote troubleshooting assistance to support mobile data
collection
- Work with subject specialists to produce standardized data
analysis in CSPro
- Prepare and check standardized data files prior to their
release to the public via our website
- Communicate throughout all stages of the survey process with
other DHS staff, implementing agencies, USAID Missions, and other
key stakeholders in a clear and timely mannerRequired:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline such as
Computer Science, Mathematics, Public Health, Demography
- 2+ years' experience working in public health, research or IT
fields (five years if highest degree is Bachelors)Preferred:
- Strong programming skills in a language such as C#, C++,
Python, Java or similar
- Strong organizational and self-management skills, including the
ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously and set strategic
priorities
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- A good standard of spoken and written French or Spanish
- Experience in using CSPro or other survey software such as
Survey Solutions, Open Data Kit (ODK) or similar
- Experience of and interest in public health or demographic
research
- Background in working in low- and middle-income countries.
- Experience in technical trainingWorking at ICFWorking at ICF
means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual
rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart,
compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle
unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and
governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual
respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.We can only
solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive
workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal
opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any
protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin,
color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation,
religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status.
Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and
collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
For more information, please read our .Reasonable Accommodations
are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled
veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with
sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application
and employment process. To request an accommodation please email
and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be
kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to
provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about
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