Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) – hiring Protection Data Technical Assistant (Maiduguri)

Critical interfaces

By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are:

Protection from Violence Programme Development Manager (PDM), PfV Team Leaders, Officers, Technical Assistants and case workers

NRC MEAL team, and Information Management

Other NRC Core Competencies, Partnerships and relevant programme/support teams

Implementing partners and field data focal points, through approved coordination channels

Recruitment and appointment are contingent upon confirmation of project funding; any contract extension is subject to funding availability and organizational requirements.

Scale and scope of position

• Diploma or degree in information management, statistics, computer science, social sciences or a related field; relevant practical experience may be considered.
• At least two years of relevant experience in data entry, database administration, monitoring data management or programme information support, preferably in humanitarian programming.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Power BI, email and digital data collection platforms such as Kobo/ODK; ability to use templates, formulas, filters and basic data validation.
• Demonstrated accuracy in data entry, reconciliation, data cleaning, document control and maintaining clear electronic and physical filing systems.
• Basic understanding of protection information management, data minimization, informed consent, confidentiality, secure data handling and safe information sharing.
• Ability to compile and update indicator tracking tables (ITTs), routine monitoring databases and dashboard source datasets under technical guidance.
• Ability to identify missing, duplicate or inconsistent records, maintain issue logs, follow up on corrections and escalate potential data integrity breaches promptly.
• Strong organizational skills, written English for routine reporting, ability to prioritize deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the humanitarian context in Borno and Adamawa, relevant local languages and experience supporting geographically dispersed field teams are advantages.