Project Analyst - Data Visualization

Job Summary: 

The Project Analyst - Data Visualization will be responsible for collecting, extracting, cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data from existing MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) and last-mile distribution systems to support evidence-based decision-making, program performance monitoring, and operational efficiency. The role will focus on developing interactive dashboards and reports using digital tools, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, identifying trends and performance gaps, and providing timely analytical support to senior leadership, program teams, MEAL teams, and supply chain teams.

The Data Analyst will strengthen organizational data management practices, improve data quality, and support the use of reliable, timely, and accessible information to monitor program performance, assess MEAL indicators, track commodity distribution, evaluate operational efficiency, and inform strategic and operational decisions.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

Data Visualization and Dashboard Development

• Develop dashboards that provide a consolidated view of humanitarian program implementation, beneficiary reach and commodity distribution in a complex emergency response context.
• Use Power BI data models, relationships, measures, and DAX calculations to support accurate and meaningful reporting.
• Support forecasting and trend analysis where appropriate, using available data and suitable analytical methods.
• Prepare analytical reports, dashboards, briefing notes, and presentations for senior leadership and program management teams.
• Support the preparation of donor reports, internal performance reviews, and organizational reporting requirements.

Data Extraction and Integration

• Organize program-related data including MEAL, Nutrition and last-mile distribution. Perform data cleaning to ensure these data are accurate and high-quality. 
• Consolidate data from multiple sources into structured datasets for analysis, reporting, and visualization.
• Support the integration of data from multiple platforms to provide a comprehensive view of program performance and commodity distribution.

Data Management and Quality Assurance

• Clean, validate, transform, and organize datasets to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability.
• Facilitate and run training sessions on program digital tools and system for CRS and partner staff. Assess the capability of CRS and partner staff to use Dashboards and recommend additional capacity building training.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Mapping

• Produce informative and interactive project maps of high quality that highlight the geographic coverage and achievements of different project interventions using approved mapping software.
• Implement the walk-less model with support from global teams.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge MS Azure SQL database and MYSQL
• Advanced Microsoft Power BI skills: Dashboard development, DAX measures, Power Query, and data visualization.
• In-depth experience with APIs and data integration between digital platforms.
• Advanced Python or other analytical tools for data processing and automation.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, data modelling, and business intelligence practices.
• Basic GIS skills for geographic data visualization and mapping of distribution coverage

Required Languages: Excellent verbal and written communication in English, with ability to write reports.

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel to the field up to 40%. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Key Working Relationships:

• Internal: County-based MEAL, compliance and technical staff, CRS Information and Communications Technology (ICT)/GKIM staff.
• External: Implementing partner M&E officers and consortium partner staff, and peer agencies’ staff. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in data Analytics, Statistics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in data analysis, business intelligence, information management, or reporting in humanitarian development.
• Experience working with large datasets and developing structured data management processes, identifying trends, interpreting data, and presenting analytical findings to management.
• Experience with business and technical requirements analysis, business process mapping and understanding of end-user needs and requirements.
• Familiarity with MEAL, Nutrition programming, and last-mile distribution systems is an advantage.
• Data storytelling: Ability to translate complex data into clear findings, insights, and recommendations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments.
• Excellent organization, planning and analytical skills; detail oriented.
• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with project partners.
• Proactive, result-oriented, and a team player.
• Strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to see the big picture, make sound decisions, and offer creative solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated strength in relationship management and ability to communicate technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical manner to a wide range of staff.

MEAL Competencies:

• Demonstrates solid knowledge and ability, and can apply Monitoring, Accountability and Learning competencies with minimal or no guidance, in the full range of typical situations. Would require guidance to handle novel or more complex situations. 
• Demonstrates basic knowledge and ability and, with guidance, can apply MEAL in Design, Evaluation, Analysis and Critical Thinking, ICT4MEAL and Management in MEAL competencies in common situations that present limited difficulties.

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Personal Accountability - Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others - Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn - Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change - Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others - Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhances team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset - Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

Disclaimer: 

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

What we offer: 

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world. CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting men, women, boys and girls safe from abuse, exploitation, and harm.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for this position, especially those from marginalized and people with disabilities backgrounds 

Data Protection/Disclaimer: 

Catholic Relief Services is committed to ensuring the security and protection of the personal information that we process, and to provide a compliant and consistent approach to data protection. 

Recruitment Disclaimer: 

We wish to notify that CRS does not demand or charge any fee/charges from the aspiring candidates for considering their candidature, or at any time during the recruitment process, nor have we authorized any individual, agency or firm to recruit candidates for us. Any person seeking employment with CRS needs to be cautious and not trust any agency or individual claiming to be our representative and charging fees for providing/securing employment with us.

By applying this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect, and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.  Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.  We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse.  The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.

CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

General Requirements

CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements.  All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination.

CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices.