Senior Data Collection & Integrity Officer at Raising the Village Uganda, Mbarara

Job Description

Senior Officer for Data Collection & Integrity works with the Data Collection & Integrity (DCI) team under the
Venn department, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data throughout its lifecycle,
encompassing collection, storage, and usage through leading the coordination and development of efficient
standard operating procedures that produce accurate, timely, and readily accessible data and maintenance of a
data repository and provides leadership and technical expertise to the Data Collection & Integrity team.
He/She manages the end-to-end data collection lifecycle for multiple countries with RTV operations (Rwanda &
DRC), upholding strict data integrity standards and compliance protocols. This includes reviewing and approving
resource plans, designing and delivering comprehensive contractor training focused on ethical data handling,
and implementing robust data quality assurance measures in multiple countries. This position will be responsible
for Data collection and Integrity for
Responsibilities
Lead and Oversee End-to-End Data Collection Processes:
● Provide technical expertise and leadership, ensuring data collection is efficient, effective, and
compliant. This responsibility extends to developing and championing best practices for robust data
management, consistent with organisational standards across different countries of RTV operations
(Rwanda and DRC)
● Support the automation of current manual data collection methodologies, thereby optimizing for
efficiency and scalability.
● Design comprehensive wireframes for data aggregation, which incorporate multi-level data quality and
assurance controls, ensuring data is validated and reliable for all stakeholders
● Contribute to the development and rigorous review of data collection instruments and associated
workflows. This ensures their functionality and strict adherence to organizational standards before
deployment and utilization.
● Design and maintain comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data collection,
storage, and usage, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all Raising The Village’s
areas of operation.
● Implement and uphold robust data integrity and assurance protocols, encompassing ethical handling,
regular audits, and validation, to ensure collected data is consistently accurate and reliable.
Establish and maintain a centralized data system for quality, compliance, monitoring, and training
● Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for contractors and M&E staff on ethical data
handling, data security, and compliance protocols, fostering a culture of data integrity.
● Develop and maintain a centralised data repository to ensure readily accessible, timely, and accurate
data for analysis and reporting.
● Create and manage reporting systems that provide clear and concise insights into data quality and
integrity, facilitating informed decision-making across the organization and with stakeholders.
Research and Development;
● Lead the development and implementation of innovative data collection technologies and methodologies
for RTV, ensuring alignment with SDGs and national development agendas, focusing on solutions that
overcome technological and logistical barriers to enabling accurate measurement of program impact and
contribution to national strategic goals.
● Deliver targeted capacity-building initiatives, actively collecting and integrating feedback to refine and
adapt evaluation methodologies for optimal effectiveness.
● Establish a strategic bridge for advancing evaluation methodology, fostering collaboration with regional
M&E and data collection teams.
Leadership and coaching
● Provide strategic oversight and mentorship to the Data Collection & Integrity (DCI) team, fostering a
culture of accountability, continuous learning, and data excellence across all survey operations.
● Lead performance management and professional development for DCI staff, including regular coaching
sessions, feedback loops, and capacity-building plans aligned with program needs.
● Actively support recruitment, onboarding, and role alignment for open DCI positions, ensuring team
composition reflects the evolving technical and field demands of RTV’s data strategy.
Qualification & Skills
● Bachelor’s degree in M&E, Social sciences, Economics, Computer Science, Quantitative Economics,
Business Computing, Mathematics, Population Studies, or related.
● At least 4+ years of practical experience and familiarity with applied data management and practices.
● A postgraduate qualification in M&E, or related, would be an added advantage.
● Fluency in English and French is a MUST
Requirements and Qualifications
1. Proven experience in M&E and project management is a MUST, preferably in the context of development
projects or non-profit organisations.
2. Proficiency in relational data management systems and pipeline development languages such as Python,
R will be an advantage.
3. A comprehensive understanding of data collection platforms that utilise XLS architecture, such as
SurveyCTO, CommCare, and Survey123, is required.
4. Familiarity with GIS technologies such as ArcGIS and QGIS for mapping
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
6. Detail-oriented and well-organised to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectivel