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<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><b>POSITION PROFILE </b>The Senior Data Officer (SDO) will serve as the technical focal point for all data-related processes within the mission, with a particular emphasis on quantitative methodology, statistics, and sampling design. The SDO will lead the development and implementation of robust data workflows across research cycles, ensuring statistical rigour, methodological soundness, and operational efficiency. As the mission s lead on data systems and quantitative methods, the SDO will support and advise assessment teams on sampling strategies, research design, and quantitative analysis plans. They will oversee the validation of data collection tools, design and implementation cleaning and analysis scripts, and will lead the production of analytical outputs including dashboards, summary tables, and statistical briefs. The SDO will also be responsible for line-managing at least one Data Officer (DO) and supporting their technical growth. They will coordinate with the Research Manager and relevant assessment teams to align on priorities and deadlines and will serve as a central actor in troubleshooting methodological challenges and improving research processes. This position requires a candidate with a strong background in statistics and data analysis, advanced proficiency in tools such as R, Stata, or Python, and experience designing and implementing sampling methodologies in humanitarian or development contexts. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities, and able to work autonomously in volatile and fast-paced environments. A collaborative mindset, ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders, and a solution-oriented attitude are essential to success in this role. <b>RESPONSIBILITIES </b>The Senior Data Officer is responsible for the following: RESEARCH CYCLE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP • Serve as the mission s technical focal point for quantitative methodology, statistical validity, and data reliability across all research cycles. • Lead on the development of sampling design in coordination with assessment and GIS teams, ensuring relevance to research objectives and field realities. • Act as the focal point for the IMPACT Kobo server, managing all Yemen mission projects, including tool design, deployment, and troubleshooting. • Provide training and technical guidance to assessment teams and junior data staff on data cleaning, management, and statistical best practices. DATA MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS • Manage and maintain R-based pipelines for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis, ensuring replicable and well-documented workflows. • Oversee the design and the implementation of the data cleaning and validation processes. • Lead the development and execution of analysis scripts, and contribute to the automation of recurring data processing tasks. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT • Translate analysis findings into accessible and insightful data outputs, including summary statistics, visualizations, dashboards, and interactive tools. • Collaborate with assessment and GIS teams to support the development of high-quality deliverables (e.g., factsheets, briefs, interactive maps). • Provide ongoing technical support to internal teams and external stakeholders, including tailored analysis, data interpretation guidance, and capacity strengthening where needed. • Ensure that data outputs are aligned with IMPACT s internal quality standards and support decision-making in the response. The Senior Data Officer will maintain the strictest confidentiality on all data collected and related processes, ensuring full compliance with IMPACT s data protection policy and SOPs. They will actively take measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of any information and data belonging to IMPACT and its partners or collected during their assignment with IMPACT. REQUIREMENTS • Years of work experience At least 4 years of relevant working experience in a similar role preferable in the humanitarian field; • Research skills Proficiency and proven experience with research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative research. Excellent analytical skills; • Statistical skills Strong statistical and analytical skills; • Software skills Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software (with a willingness to learn R). Knowledge of ArcGIS or Power Bi an advantage; • Sound judgment and emotional intelligence in high-pressure or sensitive situations. Possesses strong interpersonal awareness and the ability to respond constructively to feedback and shifting priorities; • Level of independence Proven ability to work independently; • Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting; • Organizational and coordination skills Strong presentation, and organisational skills; • Multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask with tight deadlines; • Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility; • Academic qualifications Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master s degree in a relevant discipline (Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Social Science, Economics, or related); • Experience in geographical region Past experience in the region is an asset; • Language skills Fluency in English required, competency in Arabic is an asset.&nbsp;</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>At least 4 years of relevant working experience in a similar role, preferably in the humanitarian field.</li><li>Proficiency and proven experience with research methods, including both quantitative and qualitative research. Excellent analytical skills.</li><li>Strong statistical and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software (with a willingness to learn R). Knowledge of ArcGIS or Power BI is an advantage.</li><li>Sound judgment and emotional intelligence in high-pressure or sensitive situations. Possesses strong interpersonal awareness and the ability to respond constructively to feedback and shifting priorities.</li><li>Proven ability to work independently.</li><li>Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting.</li><li>Strong presentation and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to multitask with tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility.</li><li>Excellent academic qualifications, preferably including a Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Social Science, Economics, or related).</li><li>Past experience in the region is an asset.</li><li>Fluency in English required, competency in Arabic is an asset.</li></ul><p></p></section>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><div><span ><b>Objective of the Consultancy</b></span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >The objective of this consultancy is to engage an International Senior Technical Advisor to support CBY in the establishment of the Fintech Sandbox. The consultant provides technical advisory services with a focus on translating Sandbox priorities into functional systems, including secure lab infrastructure, portal architecture, API-based integration, pilot solution design, testing environments, and operational workflows. The consultant also serves as day- to-day technical lead for the local Fintech Sandbox consultancy team (Ecosystem Liaison, Software Developer, Database Administrator, and Infrastructure, Security and DevOps Analyst). The consultant operates in an advisory capacity. Decision-making authority on regulatory, supervisory, and pilot parameters remains with CBY at all times.</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span ><b>Scope of Work</b></span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >All technical activities under this assignment are undertaken in support of the Central Bank of Yemen (CBY) and under its direct technical supervision. The consultant does not exercise decision-making authority over regulatory, supervisory, or financial sector matters. All technical outputs, testing activities, onboarding decisions, and pilot parameters are subject to validation, approval, and oversight by the CBY Sandbox Unit and relevant CBY departments.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span ><b>Competencies</b></span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Core competencies</span></div><div><span >• Achieve results: delivers quality outputs, plans resources efficiently, and ensures accountability.</span></div><div><span >• Think innovatively: proposes practical, secure technical solutions while respecting regulatory boundaries.</span></div><div><span >• Learn continuously: seeks learning proactively and shares knowledge.</span></div><div><span >• Engage and partner: practices teamwork and builds collaborative networks across institutions.</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Cross-functional competencies</span></div><div><span >• Strategic thinking, business acumen, and effective decision-making.</span></div><div><span >• Knowledge generation, facilitation, and capacity building design and delivery.</span></div><div><span >• Project management, partnerships management, risk management, and monitoring.</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Technical competencies</span></div><div><span >• Fintech sandbox and regulated innovation environments: understanding of testing frameworks and compliance constraints in financial systems.</span></div><div><span >• Payments and digital acceptance: QR payments, SoftPOS, merchant onboarding, and transaction flows.</span></div><div><span >• Software architecture and system integration: API design, platform architecture, data flows, interoperability, and integration across heterogeneous systems.</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >• IT infrastructure for financial systems: server architecture, secure deployment, portal design, and vendor oversight.</span></div><div><span >• Data and reporting systems: dashboards, monitoring tools, audit trails, and operational reporting.</span></div><div><span >• Knowledge transfer to central bank and supervisory authorities.</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Academic Qualifications</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Finance, Financial Law, Economics, or a closely related field.</span></div><div><span >Minimum years of relevant work experience</span></div><div><span ><br></span></div><div><span >Minimum 5 years of international experience in digital finance, fintech regulation, payment systems, software architecture, or financial technology platforms.</span></div><div><span >Strong experience in designing or implementing enterprise or government platforms involving workflows, user management, reporting systems, and secure access control is required.</span></div><div><span >Experience advising central banks, financial regulators, or regulated financial institutions is highly desirable.</span></div><div><span >Strong technical background in assessing IT infrastructure requirements for financial systems and supporting central banks in vendor oversight (portals, servers, SoftPOS, QR standards).</span></div><div><span >Experience with legacy-to-modern system integration, data migration, or interoperability between institutional systems is an advantage.</span></div><div><span >Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams and providing day-to-day technical direction to local consultants or developers is required.</span></div><div><span >Strong ability to translate business and regulatory requirements into system architecture, data models, and functional platform designs.</span></div><div><span >Experience designing and reviewing digital platforms with user management, workflow automation, role-based access control, and audit trails.</span></div><div><span >Solid understanding of API-based integration and interoperability between systems (e.g. payments, core banking, portals, and external services).</span></div><div><span >Experience working with databases, data structuring, and reporting layers, including performance considerations and data integrity in transactional systems.</span></div><div><span >Ability to assess and guide vendor technical outputs across system design, development, testing, and deployment&nbsp;</span></div></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p></p></section>