About the Job
\nWho we are<\/p>\n
SOS Children\u2019s Villages in Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children\u2019s Villages International Federation. We started our humanitarian work in Ethiopia with the opening of our first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. Since then, we have expanded our programs to different regions where there are significant needs for intervention and where we believe we can work in partnership with all relevant actors to bring sustainable positive outcomes for children\u2019s and young people.<\/p>\n
Today, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and those that are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community-based organizations across eight program locations; we aspire that every child grows up with love, respect and security.<\/p>\n
Want to know more about life at SOS?<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf1f\u00a0Explore our Employee Value Proposition\u00a0Here<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udc49 Follow our journey on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/p>\n
Our Commitment to Safeguarding<\/p>\n
At SOS Children’s Villages, safeguarding isn’t just a policy, it’s a foundational value embedded in everything we do. We are unwavering in our commitment to protecting the children, young people, adults, and communities we serve, as well as our workforce and resources.<\/p>\n
We cultivate an environment of trust and accountability where every voice is heard and respected. All successful candidates will be expected to champion our holistic safeguarding principles, actively upholding our Child & Youth Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and regulations against sexual misconduct, fraud, and corruption.<\/p>\n
By joining our team, you commit to integrating these vital standards into your work, ensuring the highest levels of safety, ethics, and integrity in every action and partnership.<\/p>\n
Together, we create a world where everyone feels safe, respected, and protected<\/p>\n
Join Our Mission:<\/p>\n
We are looking for a Knowledge Management Specialist who will be responsible for developing, strengthening, and institutionalizing effective knowledge management systems that foster a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making across the organization. The role works closely with Programme Quality leadership and MEAL teams to support program adaptation, enhance program quality, and contributes to advocacy and influencing initiatives by ensuring knowledge is systematically generated, captured, documented, and shared with internal teams, partners, and key stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Learning & Knowledge Management (40%)<\/p>\n
Generate, capture, document and share learnings from the project\/ programme participants and stakeholders.
\nOrganize and\/or facilitate learning sessions and workshops to capture lessons learned and good practices.
\nWith the support of MEAL manager and National MEAL team develop a comprehensive knowledge management strategy\/ framework
\nEnsure lessons learned are documented, integrated into project implementation and shared within the project team, National management team and with relevant stakeholders.
\nContribute to the development of learning products, including case studies, briefs, and success stories.
\nSupport implementation of learning events, including developing operational plans, supporting content development in discussion with communication team, and facilitating participation in different events.
\nCollaborate with National technical program team and communication team members to connect story collection to monitoring and evaluation, learning and evidence pieces to produce highly substantiated learning and evidence products for knowledge creation.
\nSupport the programme team in mapping existing data systems and compiling evidence pieces to answer high-level (strategic theme-based) learning questions and advance the program’s evidence and learning agenda.
\nSupport the leadership, programme team and MEAL team in preparation of high-quality donor reports and relevant publications.
\nLead the implementation of learning events, including developing operational plans, helping develop content, and facilitating participation in different events.
\nSupport program teams in mapping existing data systems and compelling evidence pieces to answer high-level (strategic theme-based) learning questions and advance the organization’s evidence and learning agenda.
\nOversee the regular maintenance of project MEAL information and PDP2 management using appropriate database management system and making accessible to staff and other stakeholders at field level.
\nCoordinate the knowledge management and research team at programme locations and ensure good practices, success stories and case studies are compiled on quarterly basis.
\nProvide feedback on quarterly captured good practices, success stories at programme location level
\nLead the success whisperer team at National level and prioritize the good practices and success stories compiled and sent by programme locations and shared with SOS departments and in SOS children\u2019s villages federation platforms.
\nEvaluation & Review Meetings\/Workshops (25%)<\/p>\n
Support in developing draft TORs and coordinating baseline, mid-term, and end-line evaluation of the project in collaboration with Location MEAL coordinator, national MEAL team and external evaluators
\nEnsure knowledge\/learning extraction from evaluations, assessments and research findings and recommendations are incorporated into project implementations.
\nAssist the national MEAL team in the preparation of MEAL events, internal evaluations, need assessments and research reports and presents for internal and external stakeholders.
\nParticipate in technical bid analysis in reviewing evaluations, assessments and research reports and provide feedback and comments for the consultants
\nCompile and consolidate learnings during organizational self-review, review workshop and reflection sessions.
\nAnalyze, synthesize, document and disseminate innovations and new research findings including maintaining a database of evaluation findings and responses
\nLead the review meetings and capturing lessons learned among project staff, partners and stakeholders including the targeted communities and programme participants\/beneficiaries of the project.
\nPrepare lessons learned from evaluations and programmes\/projects and present to senior management on quarterly basis
\nOversee quarterly based knowledge management platforms (FS and AC knowledge management platforms) management at programme locations level
\nData Management (25%)<\/p>\n
Coordinate with project staff to ensure timely collection of data, support the implementation of robust data collection tools, report preparation and submission.
\nConduct field visits and data validation exercises to assess project progress and data accuracy.
\nUtilize digital data collection tools, when possible, to improve efficiency and accuracy.
\nSupport data management processes, through regular audits and reviews, including data cleaning, analysis, and storage.
\nSupport data quality assessments based on data quality dimensions (validity, reliability, precision, completeness, timeliness and confidentiality) and ensure that MEAL data is accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational standards.
\nWork closely with the MEAL Specialist to ensure the quality of data generated (both offline data and data in PDB2 system) for decision-making.
\nAssist the MEAL manager, MEAL specialist, national MEAL coordinators and location MEAL coordinators in the design and development of electronic data management tools (Kobo toolbox and SPSS) for field data collection.
\nWork closely with the MEAL Specialist and MEAL coordinators to ensure that all data quality, cleaning, and modification issues are properly resolved
\nSupport the MEAL specialist to identify user requirements for the enhancement of the PDB2 and ProDiGi application and data analysis and reporting.
\nCompile and submit weekly monthly and quarterly PDB2 data quality, cleaning, and modification reports based on data quality criteria and submit to the national MEAL Manager.
\nConduct action research to identify the factors that affect real-time data entry, data quality, and information use practices at the programme location level particularly in PDB2 data management.
\nActively participate in the documentation of experiences, lessons learned, case studies, and other technical documents related to digital data, ProDIGI and PDB2 application and power Bi dashboard reports.
\nCapacity Building (5%)<\/p>\n
Train Project staff on the use and benefits of the knowledge management system, data quality, and information use and how to create, capture and document and share knowledge and learnings
\nMonitor and assist MEAL coordinators, officers and partners in the data cleaning and data modification process to ensure the quality of key MEAL data, Key performance indicators (KPI) and customised indicators data.
\nSafeguarding (5%)<\/p>\n
Protect the privacy and dignity of project participants by following ethical and safeguarding principles in all data collection activities, knowledge creation, capturing, documentation and sharing, especially for vulnerable populations such as children and at-risk adults.
\nObtain informed consent from all participants, ensuring they understand their rights and can choose to withdraw at any time.
\nMaintain confidentiality by securely managing sensitive data, both physical and digital, in line with organizational data protection policies.
\nAnonymize and store data to prevent exposure of participant identities, especially when working with sensitive information related to abuse, exploitation, or neglect.
\nDesign knowledge management tools that incorporate safeguarding, gender and inclusion checks to ensure projects do not unintentionally expose individuals to harm.
\nMonitor and report safeguarding risks identified during project activities and evaluations, flagging any areas where participants may be vulnerable to harm.
\nEducate project teams and community members on safeguarding principles during MEAL-related trainings and workshops.
\nCollaborate with safeguarding officers and program staff to investigate, document, and address safeguarding incidents effectively.
\nWork with project teams to assess potential safeguarding risks related to knowledge management, evaluation, and learning activities.
\nMitigate identified risks by adjusting data collection methods, revising field protocols, or implementing additional protective measures as necessary.
\nStay updated on best practices and ethical standards in safeguarding through regular training.
\nEnsure that MEAL team members and data collectors understand and commit to the organization\u2019s safeguarding policies, providing support and oversight where needed.
\nResponsible for showing their behavior and all relationships are based on the Sexual Misconduct Regulation, and Child Protection Policy Anti-Fraud and Anti-corruption guidelines and in line with the Code of Conduct and that they adhere to it in every situation.
\nBe vigilant about any possible form of abuse\/harm, neglect, harassment, or exploitation against children, youth and adults in personal and professional lives.
\nReport any safeguarding incident or concern within 24 hours to the Incident Management Team focal person or concerned party through the defined channels for reporting the allegation.
\nAbout You
\nOur Ideal Candidate?<\/p>\n
Let’s find out if we’re a match. The next step in our process depends on how your background closely align with the below criteria\u2019s.<\/p>\n
Essential Requirements (Must-Have):<\/p>\n
Education: MA\/MSC in statistics, economics, demography, development economics or a related field
\nExperience: Minimum 5 years of experience in knowledge management in an NGO environment
\nStrong data analysis and visualization skills
\nProven ability to train and mentor staff on knowledge capture, sharing, and retrieval practices.
\nDemonstrated experience creating lessons-learned documents, case studies, and evidence briefs for donor reporting and internal learning.
\nRole specific Competencies<\/p>\n
Knowledge of emergency response project management and MEAL principles in humanitarian settings.
\nTacit vs. explicit knowledge concepts
\nCapturing, documenting, and codifying organizational knowledge and best practices
\nOrganizational learning and knowledge transfer theories
\nAnalysing knowledge gaps, information flow, and improvement opportunities
\nPlanning and managing knowledge management initiatives and projects
\nCollaboration across functions and ability to build trust
\nIndependent work while handling sensitive information responsibly
\nInfluencing others and fostering a learning culture
\nStrong skills in data collection, analysis, and management; familiarity with digital data collection tools (e.g., Kobo Toolbox) preferred.
\nAbility to conduct field visits and work in challenging environments.
\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.
\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SPSS, or similar). SKILLS, ABIITS
\nDesired Assets (Nice-to-Have):<\/p>\n
Knowledge Management Foundations:\u00a0Solid understanding of knowledge management principles, models, and frameworks, including the knowledge lifecycle (creation, capture, storage, sharing, and application).
\nBusiness and Organizational Knowledge: Strong grasp of organizational structures, business processes, and workflows, along with change management principles.
\nInformation and Content Management: Knowledge of document and records management practices and information lifecycle management.
\nDigital and Technology Expertise: Familiarity with knowledge management systems (KMS), SharePoint, intranets, and document repositories, as well as basic data governance, information security, and privacy concepts.
\nResearch and Analytical Knowledge:\u00a0Understanding of research methodologies, information analysis, and basic data analysis and reporting.
\nKnowledge Capture and Codification Skills: Experience conducting interviews, lessons-learned sessions, and after-action reviews; documenting best practices, SOPs, and institutional knowledge; and converting tacit knowledge into structured, usable content.
\nCommunication and Facilitation Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, and communities of practice (CoPs).
\nAnalytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify knowledge gaps and improvement opportunities and to design knowledge solutions aligned with business needs.
\nOrganizational and Project Management Skills:\u00a0Capability to plan, coordinate, and manage knowledge management initiatives and projects.
\nTechnical and Digital Proficiency: Effective use of KM platforms and collaboration tools.<\/p>\n
Change and Engagement Skills: Proven ability to drive adoption of KM tools and practices and to influence behaviour and organizational culture change.
\nBehavioural and Interpersonal Abilities:\u00a0Strong collaboration skills across departments, ability to build trust and encourage knowledge sharing, and capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.<\/p>\n
Strategic and Leadership Capabilities:\u00a0Ability to align knowledge management initiatives with organizational strategy and to foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
\nSOS Lead and Core Competencies<\/p>\n
Lead Competency<\/p>\n
Role model: Act as a role model for the organization, living our values and inspiring and learning from others
\nCollaboration: Remove barriers to participation, share decision making and build partnerships
\nEmpowerment: Promote inclusion and equitable sharing of power
\nStrategic Thinking: Live the values and mission, setting realistic goals and translating them into actionable plans
\nCore Competency<\/p>\n
Kindness: Act with empathy towards everyone he\/she works with.
\nContinuous Learning: Make an effort to learn, understand and grow as a person, admitting your own mistakes.
\nInclusiveness: In any actions show respect and care for others.
\nInitiative: speak up when things are not right, do not hesitate to act, and adapt to change when necessary.
\nResults Orientation: look for solutions and focus on desired results.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":207,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","job_listing_type":[17],"job_listing_category":[210],"job_listing_location":[4],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-35335","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","hentry","job_listing_type-full-time","job_listing_category-project-management-and-administration","job_listing_location-addis-ababa"],"metas":{"_job_logo":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/05\/SOS-Childrens-Villages-in-Ethiopia.webp","custom-text-26140818":"SOS Children's Villages in Ethiopia","_job_featured":"","_job_tag":[],"_job_filled":"","_job_urgent":"","_job_type":{"17":"Full Time"},"custom-select-24762152":"Onsite","_job_category":{"210":"Project Management And Administration"},"_job_expiry_date":"","_job_gender":"Both","_job_salary_type":"monthly","custom-number-21785310":"","_job_experience":"Senior","custom-select-25910079":"5 \u2013 10 Years","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-05-29","_job_location":{"4":"Addis Ababa"},"_job_apply_type":"external","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/careers-sos-kd.icims.com\/jobs\/2509\/knowledge-management-specialist\/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=720&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=180&jun1offset=180","_job_apply_email":"","_job_phone":"","_job_employer_name":"Beleqet Jobs","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/employer\/meseret\/"},"beleqet_data":{"_job_employer_posted_by":"9629","_job_logo_img":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/05\/SOS-Childrens-Villages-in-Ethiopia.webp","_job_logo":"https:\/\/beleqet.com\/vacancy\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_job_logo\/2026\/05\/SOS-Childrens-Villages-in-Ethiopia.webp","custom-text-26140818":"SOS Children's Villages in Ethiopia","_job_title":"Knowledge Management Specialist","_job_type":"17","custom-select-24762152":"Onsite","_job_category":"210","_job_gender":"Both","_job_salary_type":"monthly","_job_experience":"Senior","custom-select-25910079":"5 \u2013 10 Years","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_application_deadline_date":"2026-05-29","_job_location":"4","_job_description":"About the Job\r\nWho we are\r\n\r\nSOS Children\u2019s Villages in Ethiopia is an International Non-governmental organization and a member of SOS Children\u2019s Villages International Federation. We started our humanitarian work in Ethiopia with the opening of our first Village in Mekelle, Northern part of Ethiopia in 1974. Since then, we have expanded our programs to different regions where there are significant needs for intervention and where we believe we can work in partnership with all relevant actors to bring sustainable positive outcomes for children\u2019s and young people.\r\n\r\nToday, we have grown significantly to meet the persistent challenges that confront Ethiopian children who have lost parental care and those that are at risk of losing their parental care. Working in close collaboration with international donors, local government and community-based organizations across eight program locations; we aspire that every child grows up with love, respect and security.\r\n\r\nWant to know more about life at SOS?\r\n\r\n\ud83c\udf1f\u00a0Explore our Employee Value Proposition\u00a0Here\r\n\r\n\ud83d\udc49 Follow our journey on\u00a0LinkedIn\r\n\r\nOur Commitment to Safeguarding\r\n\r\nAt SOS Children's Villages, safeguarding isn't just a policy, it's a foundational value embedded in everything we do. We are unwavering in our commitment to protecting the children, young people, adults, and communities we serve, as well as our workforce and resources.\r\n\r\nWe cultivate an environment of trust and accountability where every voice is heard and respected. All successful candidates will be expected to champion our holistic safeguarding principles, actively upholding our Child & Youth Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and regulations against sexual misconduct, fraud, and corruption.\r\n\r\nBy joining our team, you commit to integrating these vital standards into your work, ensuring the highest levels of safety, ethics, and integrity in every action and partnership.\r\n\r\nTogether, we create a world where everyone feels safe, respected, and protected\r\n\r\nJoin Our Mission:\r\n\r\nWe are looking for a Knowledge Management Specialist who will be responsible for developing, strengthening, and institutionalizing effective knowledge management systems that foster a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making across the organization. The role works closely with Programme Quality leadership and MEAL teams to support program adaptation, enhance program quality, and contributes to advocacy and influencing initiatives by ensuring knowledge is systematically generated, captured, documented, and shared with internal teams, partners, and key stakeholders.\r\n\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\n\r\nLearning & Knowledge Management (40%)\r\n\r\nGenerate, capture, document and share learnings from the project\/ programme participants and stakeholders.\r\nOrganize and\/or facilitate learning sessions and workshops to capture lessons learned and good practices.\r\nWith the support of MEAL manager and National MEAL team develop a comprehensive knowledge management strategy\/ framework\r\nEnsure lessons learned are documented, integrated into project implementation and shared within the project team, National management team and with relevant stakeholders.\r\nContribute to the development of learning products, including case studies, briefs, and success stories.\r\nSupport implementation of learning events, including developing operational plans, supporting content development in discussion with communication team, and facilitating participation in different events.\r\nCollaborate with National technical program team and communication team members to connect story collection to monitoring and evaluation, learning and evidence pieces to produce highly substantiated learning and evidence products for knowledge creation.\r\nSupport the programme team in mapping existing data systems and compiling evidence pieces to answer high-level (strategic theme-based) learning questions and advance the program's evidence and learning agenda.\r\nSupport the leadership, programme team and MEAL team in preparation of high-quality donor reports and relevant publications.\r\nLead the implementation of learning events, including developing operational plans, helping develop content, and facilitating participation in different events.\r\nSupport program teams in mapping existing data systems and compelling evidence pieces to answer high-level (strategic theme-based) learning questions and advance the organization's evidence and learning agenda.\r\nOversee the regular maintenance of project MEAL information and PDP2 management using appropriate database management system and making accessible to staff and other stakeholders at field level.\r\nCoordinate the knowledge management and research team at programme locations and ensure good practices, success stories and case studies are compiled on quarterly basis.\r\nProvide feedback on quarterly captured good practices, success stories at programme location level\r\nLead the success whisperer team at National level and prioritize the good practices and success stories compiled and sent by programme locations and shared with SOS departments and in SOS children\u2019s villages federation platforms.\r\nEvaluation & Review Meetings\/Workshops (25%)\r\n\r\nSupport in developing draft TORs and coordinating baseline, mid-term, and end-line evaluation of the project in collaboration with Location MEAL coordinator, national MEAL team and external evaluators\r\nEnsure knowledge\/learning extraction from evaluations, assessments and research findings and recommendations are incorporated into project implementations.\r\nAssist the national MEAL team in the preparation of MEAL events, internal evaluations, need assessments and research reports and presents for internal and external stakeholders.\r\nParticipate in technical bid analysis in reviewing evaluations, assessments and research reports and provide feedback and comments for the consultants\r\nCompile and consolidate learnings during organizational self-review, review workshop and reflection sessions.\r\nAnalyze, synthesize, document and disseminate innovations and new research findings including maintaining a database of evaluation findings and responses\r\nLead the review meetings and capturing lessons learned among project staff, partners and stakeholders including the targeted communities and programme participants\/beneficiaries of the project.\r\nPrepare lessons learned from evaluations and programmes\/projects and present to senior management on quarterly basis\r\nOversee quarterly based knowledge management platforms (FS and AC knowledge management platforms) management at programme locations level\r\nData Management (25%)\r\n\r\nCoordinate with project staff to ensure timely collection of data, support the implementation of robust data collection tools, report preparation and submission.\r\nConduct field visits and data validation exercises to assess project progress and data accuracy.\r\nUtilize digital data collection tools, when possible, to improve efficiency and accuracy.\r\nSupport data management processes, through regular audits and reviews, including data cleaning, analysis, and storage.\r\nSupport data quality assessments based on data quality dimensions (validity, reliability, precision, completeness, timeliness and confidentiality) and ensure that MEAL data is accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational standards.\r\nWork closely with the MEAL Specialist to ensure the quality of data generated (both offline data and data in PDB2 system) for decision-making.\r\nAssist the MEAL manager, MEAL specialist, national MEAL coordinators and location MEAL coordinators in the design and development of electronic data management tools (Kobo toolbox and SPSS) for field data collection.\r\nWork closely with the MEAL Specialist and MEAL coordinators to ensure that all data quality, cleaning, and modification issues are properly resolved\r\nSupport the MEAL specialist to identify user requirements for the enhancement of the PDB2 and ProDiGi application and data analysis and reporting.\r\nCompile and submit weekly monthly and quarterly PDB2 data quality, cleaning, and modification reports based on data quality criteria and submit to the national MEAL Manager.\r\nConduct action research to identify the factors that affect real-time data entry, data quality, and information use practices at the programme location level particularly in PDB2 data management.\r\nActively participate in the documentation of experiences, lessons learned, case studies, and other technical documents related to digital data, ProDIGI and PDB2 application and power Bi dashboard reports.\r\nCapacity Building (5%)\r\n\r\nTrain Project staff on the use and benefits of the knowledge management system, data quality, and information use and how to create, capture and document and share knowledge and learnings\r\nMonitor and assist MEAL coordinators, officers and partners in the data cleaning and data modification process to ensure the quality of key MEAL data, Key performance indicators (KPI) and customised indicators data.\r\nSafeguarding (5%)\r\n\r\nProtect the privacy and dignity of project participants by following ethical and safeguarding principles in all data collection activities, knowledge creation, capturing, documentation and sharing, especially for vulnerable populations such as children and at-risk adults.\r\nObtain informed consent from all participants, ensuring they understand their rights and can choose to withdraw at any time.\r\nMaintain confidentiality by securely managing sensitive data, both physical and digital, in line with organizational data protection policies.\r\nAnonymize and store data to prevent exposure of participant identities, especially when working with sensitive information related to abuse, exploitation, or neglect.\r\nDesign knowledge management tools that incorporate safeguarding, gender and inclusion checks to ensure projects do not unintentionally expose individuals to harm.\r\nMonitor and report safeguarding risks identified during project activities and evaluations, flagging any areas where participants may be vulnerable to harm.\r\nEducate project teams and community members on safeguarding principles during MEAL-related trainings and workshops.\r\nCollaborate with safeguarding officers and program staff to investigate, document, and address safeguarding incidents effectively.\r\nWork with project teams to assess potential safeguarding risks related to knowledge management, evaluation, and learning activities.\r\nMitigate identified risks by adjusting data collection methods, revising field protocols, or implementing additional protective measures as necessary.\r\nStay updated on best practices and ethical standards in safeguarding through regular training.\r\nEnsure that MEAL team members and data collectors understand and commit to the organization\u2019s safeguarding policies, providing support and oversight where needed.\r\nResponsible for showing their behavior and all relationships are based on the Sexual Misconduct Regulation, and Child Protection Policy Anti-Fraud and Anti-corruption guidelines and in line with the Code of Conduct and that they adhere to it in every situation.\r\nBe vigilant about any possible form of abuse\/harm, neglect, harassment, or exploitation against children, youth and adults in personal and professional lives.\r\nReport any safeguarding incident or concern within 24 hours to the Incident Management Team focal person or concerned party through the defined channels for reporting the allegation.\r\nAbout You\r\nOur Ideal Candidate?\r\n\r\nLet's find out if we're a match. The next step in our process depends on how your background closely align with the below criteria\u2019s.\r\n\r\nEssential Requirements (Must-Have):\r\n\r\nEducation: MA\/MSC in statistics, economics, demography, development economics or a related field\r\nExperience: Minimum 5 years of experience in knowledge management in an NGO environment\r\nStrong data analysis and visualization skills\r\nProven ability to train and mentor staff on knowledge capture, sharing, and retrieval practices.\r\nDemonstrated experience creating lessons-learned documents, case studies, and evidence briefs for donor reporting and internal learning.\r\nRole specific Competencies\r\n\r\nKnowledge of emergency response project management and MEAL principles in humanitarian settings.\r\nTacit vs. explicit knowledge concepts\r\nCapturing, documenting, and codifying organizational knowledge and best practices\r\nOrganizational learning and knowledge transfer theories\r\nAnalysing knowledge gaps, information flow, and improvement opportunities\r\nPlanning and managing knowledge management initiatives and projects\r\nCollaboration across functions and ability to build trust\r\nIndependent work while handling sensitive information responsibly\r\nInfluencing others and fostering a learning culture\r\nStrong skills in data collection, analysis, and management; familiarity with digital data collection tools (e.g., Kobo Toolbox) preferred.\r\nAbility to conduct field visits and work in challenging environments.\r\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\r\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SPSS, or similar). 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