Consultancy Information Systems and Data Analytics Expert at African Union

4 weeks ago

Nairobi, Kenya African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources Full time

AU-IBAR is a specialized technical office of the African Union Commission (AUC), headed by the Director who reports directly to the AUC through the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture (DREA).

Objective
AU-IBAR seeks the services of a Consultant for the position of Information Systems and Data Analytics Expert will support delivery of the Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems Project through analytical capacity; enhancing data management infrastructure; fostering partnerships for innovative and integrated data management ecosystems; facilitating capacity upgrades and promoting innovative solutions including back-end analytics and dashboard metrics to track the feed and fodder sector development and investment, and front-end apps for data as a service to enhance access to feed and fodder data. The successful candidate will coordinate the establishment and implementation of knowledge and analytical ecosystem(s) for informing evidence-based solutions including in-depth analyses, data management processes and support the implementation of the strategies to ensure the data analytics are effectively deployed and executed in a timely manner and reported.
Tasks & Responsibilities

Coordinate in-depth analysis and presentation of results of the continental survey and assessments that were conducted in multiple Member States in 2023.
Support improvement in integrated data ecosystems infrastructure including architecture and management processes.
Support the implementation of harmonized data management strategies in the livestock sector.
Undertake data analytics to support decision making, investment and institutional reform.
Provide technical support and mentoring for improved digital capacities.
Ensure the requisite digital infrastructure, institutional and technical capacities for are built and utilized
Support systematic capacity building for data ecosystems and analytics.
Support Countries to strengthen capacities for reporting against the Livestock Development Strategy for Africa and the CAADP Malabo Declaration.
Support upgrade and operationalization of AU-IBAR data management platforms

Expected Outputs and Deliverables

Take the lead in design and methodological work for the RAFFS Project assessments.
Take lead in data analytics and generation of reports on the RAFFS Project assessments.
Promote operationalization of data management platforms and ecosystem at continental, regional and national levels.
Take lead in working with the Member States in consultative processes to support implementation of country-action plans for improved integrated data management systems for enhanced capacities to response to feed and fodder shortages.
Improvement and support of integrated multi-actor data infrastructure upgrade and capacity development for the implementing Member States
Build systemic capacity for data analytics for decision making, policy, regulatory and institutional reform and attracting increased investment.
Promote sustainable planning and data management in the feed and fodder sub-sector ecosystems.

Duty Stations

The Expert will be stationed in the AU-IBAR offices in Nairobi, Kenya with travel on specific assignments agreed with the AU-IBAR Management.

Remuneration

The remuneration for this Consultancy shall be an all-inclusive monthly fee equivalent to P3 Step 5 on the AUC Salary Scale i.e. US$6,252.37 – US$ 7,499.12. The expert will be responsible for his/her medical and travel insurance cover for the duration of the consultancy. Expenses for travel on official missions will be covered separately by AU-IBAR in accordance with the applicable African Union Commission rules and regulations.

Supervision and Reporting

The candidate will be under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator and under the overall supervision of the Director of AU-IBAR.
Requirements
Academic and Professional qualifications

A minimum of post-graduate University degree (Master’s degree) in Computer Science or Information Technology or related degree. A PhD will be considered as an added advantage.
Any relevant industry professional certification (e.g. System Engineer, Digital Transformation, etc.).
Professional qualification in Data Science or Statistics.

Relevant Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of progressive work experience in the field of digital innovation, digital strategies, digital change management and corporate ICT services in agriculture/livestock industry.
Proven experience in implementing Big Data analytics project (s).
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience at senior level and in managing complex agriculture and livestock data processes.
Experience in identification and application of digital innovation and technologies in agriculture or livestock industry sectors.
Experience in managing agricultural data as a service, including advancing the use of mobile applications.

Other Skills

Good networking skills and ability to maintain positive and constructive dialogue and relationships with key institutions operating in the regions;
Self-starter with the ability to strategically plan own work and follow-up on implementation;
Sector related project development, management and implementation skills at national, regional and continental levels;
Very strong writing, analytical and communication skills are necessary;
Ability to complete assignments and tasks on time;
Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership and foster team environment is required.
Proficiency in one of the AU working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Competencies

Strategic Perspective
Developing Others
Change Management
Managing Risk
Building Relationships
Learning Orientation
Communicating with impact

Functional Competencies

Conceptual Thinking
Job Knowledge and information sharing
Drive for Results
Fosters Innovation

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