Traineeship position based in Geneva – 100%

The Environmental Scanning and Reputation Unit (ES) of the ICRC uses and exploits external public information that will help the ICRC making better informed decision.

PURPOSE OF THE POST

In the framework of extending the ICRC's evidence-based understanding of public debates, the impact of its public communications activities as well as of its environment, the ES unit is recruiting a trainee for a one-year period. The trainee will support existing data analytics activities and produce analysis and visualizations using data from social and traditional media, as well as from other public data sources.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the unit's deputy, the trainee will work under the guidance of the Data Analytics Advisor. His/her main responsibilities:

Collect, analyse , and help interpreting data that will provide an in-depth understanding about public sources' content and influence, primarily related to the humanitarian situation, ICRC's environment, and its activities.
Contribute to the reflection, development and implementation of data collection systems that optimize evidence based understanding of ICRC visibility, perception and reputation in media.
Identify existing and emerging influential online voices and networks using social network analysis. Build reports and dashboards combining quantitative and qualitative methods and produce visual and reader-friendly analytics.
Perform ad-hoc researches and data extraction requests.
Ensure data governance and data accuracy by inspecting, cleansing and performing quality checks.
Explore new data sources and analytical techniques.
SKILLS

Interest in data science, statistics, media technology and a passion of bringing it to use for social sciences
Strong analytical skills
Experience in data analysis and statistical methods, with social network analysis (e.g. using Gephi), machine learning, natural language processing being assets
Experience with automated collection and storage of data retrieved through web APIs
Fluency in Python, R or other relevant scripting and programming languages
Storytelling ability through visually clear reports and dashboards (e.g. with Tableau)
Ability to adapt to varying workloads and to work under pressure with very short deadlines in a constrained technological environment
Well-organized, meticulous, creative and open-minded with a scientific approach to solving problems
Team player with strong communication and intercultural skills
Good written and oral communication skills in English and French
TRAINING

University degree in engineering, finance, economics or information sciences.

CONTRACT

1 year, Full-time 100% paid traineeship
Starting date: January 2017
Should you require further information about this position, please contact Eros Bosisio, Deputy Head of the Environmental Scanning and Reputation Unit (ebosisio@icrc.org).

If you are interested in applying for this post and have the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV and application letter to Loïc Blazek (lblazek@icrc.org).

In the subject line of your email, please put: "ES Unit – Traineeship Application – your name".

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 31.10.2016

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted subsequently for interviews. Please be aware that the ICRC is not in a position to cover any related travel or accommodation costs. However, interviews may be conducted by phone.
https://www.icrc.org/en/who-we-are/jobs/opportunity/data-analyst