9 Data Systems and Statistical Analyst/Consultants

Job title: Data Systems and Statistical Analyst

Contract type: [Consultancy / fixed-term contract]

Contract Duration: 2 (two) weeks

No of People required: 9

Reports To: Evaluation Coordinator

Duty station: Addis Ababa but involves field travel in different regions of the country.

About JaRco Consulting

JaRco Consulting PLC is a leading international consulting firm based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, specializing in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL). Our work focuses on key technical areas including livelihoods and economic security, WASH, health and nutrition, with cross-cutting themes of gender and capacity building in M&E. JaRco implements large-scale evaluations, baseline assessments, and data quality assurance activities across Ethiopia and throughout Africa. For more information, please visit www.jarco.info.

Why Join JaRco?

At JaRco Consulting, you will contribute to evidence-based programs that influence policy and improve lives. We offer exposure to major donors, professional growth opportunities, and a respectful, inclusive, and ethical workplace. We provide a safe and performance-driven work
environment where skills are developed, contributions are recognized
and careers are built.

Role purpose

The Data Systems and Statistical Analyst will provide the technical data management, database review, and statistical support required for the 2026 Program Outcomes Assessment Partner Data Quality Assessment. The role will focus on reviewing partner datasets and extracts, checking structure and integrity of databases, identifying duplicates, assessing completeness of key fields, testing internal consistency of records, producing summary statistics, and supporting secure handling of data received from partners.

The role is intended for a person with strong data systems and analytical capability who can convert raw partner data into evidence for the DQA process. The post holder will work closely with the Data Quality Assessment and Verification Officer to ensure that findings are both technically sound and operationally meaningful.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, log, clean, and securely store partner datasets and supporting files in line with project data management protocols.
• Review dataset structure, variable naming, coding, and formatting against the approved DQA tool and reporting requirements.
• Assess the presence and quality of unique identifiers and identify duplicate or potentially duplicate records.
• Run data quality checks on core variables including age/date of birth, sex, location, participation dates, intervention type, delivery pathway, transition pathway, and contact details.
• Calculate completeness rates, duplicate rates, and proportions required by the checklist.
• Conduct internal consistency checks between classifications, dates, identifiers, and related fields.
• Compare partner database counts with reported counts submitted through Fluxx or other reporting channels and flag discrepancies.
• Prepare partner-specific data quality tables, summaries, and technical notes for the DQA team.
• Support the review of consent-related variables and documentation registers where these are available in digital form.
• Maintain version control, reproducible syntax, and clear audit trails for all data processing steps.
• Contribute to data visualization, dashboards, or summary templates used for internal review and reporting.
• Support sampling or record selection for follow-up verification where required.
• Advise the team on database limitations that affect outcome and impact monitoring readiness.
• Ensure secure management, anonymization where necessary, and proper archival of sensitive data.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Experience

• At least 4 years of relevant experience in data management, statistical analysis, database review, MIS support, or data quality analysis.
• Demonstrated experience working with large administrative or partner datasets.
• Experience in data cleaning, validation, deduplication, and analytical reporting.
• Experience supporting evaluations, DQAs, audits, or program monitoring systems in development programs.

Skills and competencies

• Strong command of Excel and at least one statistical or data management package such as Stata, R, SPSS, Python, or SQL.
• Ability to detect structural issues in datasets, including poor coding, missing identifiers, inconsistent classifications, and invalid values.
• Good understanding of how reporting systems, databases, and field processes interact.
• Strong documentation skills, including code annotation, cleaning logs, and technical summaries.
• Ability to translate technical findings into practical issues that non-technical teams can understand.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data confidentiality and quality assurance.
• Strong written and spoken English.

Preferred attributes

• Experience with CommCare, Kobo, DHIS2, Power BI, or donor reporting systems.
• Experience reviewing partner MIS or CRM systems.
• Understanding of responsible data, privacy, and data protection requirements in East African contexts.

Safeguarding Statement

JaRco Consulting is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all people and expects all staff, consultants, and partners to share this commitment. We have a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and any form of misconduct.

All successful candidates will be required to comply with JaRco Consulting’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct and will be subject to appropriate pre-engagement checks.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

JaRco Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, age, ethnicity, religion, or background. Selection is based on merit, competence, and organizational needs. We highly encourage qualified and interested women and persons with disabilities to apply for the role.