Data, Monitoring and Research Jobs at East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI) and other companies

JOB DETAILS:
East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI) invites applications by highly qualified experts, nationals of Uganda, for the position of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (MEL Specialist) for its USAID-funded Civil Society Strengthening Activity (CSSA). USAID/Uganda CSSA is a five-year Activity that supports the capacity strengthening of Ugandan civil society organizations (CSOs) to influence and contribute to improved development outcomes in four thematic areas: (1) health, with particular attention paid to achieving Uganda's HIV/AIDS' reduction goals; (2) education, youth, and child development; (3) agriculture and food security; and (4) democracy, rights, and governance.

This is a full-time long-term position with relevant benefit package. It is based in Kampala and will require some travel to the regions of Uganda.

Main Responsibilities:
• The MEL Specialist provides perforndance management expertise and leads efforts to construct and strengthen CSSA's theory of change. The MEL Specialist contributes to continuous improvement and adaptive management, and deepens CSSA's approach to MEL. The MEL Specialist effectively leads data collection and analysis, manages CSSA's data management system and ensures data quality, facilitates project performance review sessions with staff and grantees, and contributes to quarterly and annual reports.

Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of a Master's degree and five years of post-academic experience in international development or a related field. Academic training in a social science, data science, organizational/management studies and/or certification in evaluation methods a plus.
• Experience leading the development of meaningful theories of change and associated MEL and CLA strategies.
• Experience leading the development of MEL technical designs and data collection tools, mixed methods data collection efforts, data analysis, and the preparation of
• high-quality reports.
• Experience implementing USAID monitoring, evaluation, and learning initiatives strongly desired. Familiarity with USAID policy and guidance with respect to monitoring and evaluation a plus. Strong qualitative and/or quantitative evaluation skills, with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data streams using appropriate analysis software.
• Ability to think strategically and integrate diverse information from varied sources; adept at identifying and framing problems, setting prioritiesand making recommendations.
• Ability to bring a Diversity, Equity, and inclusion lens to all MEL designs, data collection and interventions, and bring a gender equality and social inclusion lens to all products.
• Ability to work in an appreciative, strengths-based environment and to model that approach for clients, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Excellent management, organization, communication (verbal and written) and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize assignments and meet required deadlines.
• Ability to confidently engage with staff at all levels to define needs and expectations, collaborate on projects and communicate results.
• Skilled in word processing (WORD) and presentation (PowerPoint) software plus Google Suite, database management (e.g., Access), spreadsheets (Excel), and data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, e.g., NVIVO) and Web-based platforms (e.g., Power BI).
• Excellent written (report writing) and oral communication (presentation) skills.

JOB DETAILS:
Overview
MTN Uganda Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is seeking to recruit a competent individual to fill the following Position;

Main Job Functions;
• Assess Fraud trends and identify best practice in relation to fraud prevention
• Appropriately plan and scope Fintech and GSM Fraud investigations to ensure adequate focus on key investigation areas
• Coordinate and carry out Fraud prevention training and awareness for Telco and Fintech staff.
• Plan and coordinate the effective use of proactive data analytics, including Continuous Controls review, preferably through scripts in SQL and ACL exchange.
• Communicate the results of forensic investigations, via written reports and oral presentations to management
• Gather, record and securely retain evidence relating to investigations in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice and the MTNU Fraud risk management framework.
• To maintain confidentiality and discretion in carrying out all duties of the position.
• Track status and prepare periodic summaries of fraud trends as appreciated and from related industry sources to enhance fraud management across the business
• Continuously review the MTNU open API framework and ecosystem for potential exploits/flaws.
• Maintain a fraud incidents, intelligence and losses database. Supporting with the dissemination of timely and concise intelligence to relevant teams across the GSM and Fintech environments
• Perform root cause analysis of fraud incidents and follow through on implementation of agreed actions to ensure required improvement or resolution of weaknesses.
• Prepare fraud risk alerts based on identified root causes for dissemination to other MTN operations.
• Implementation of fraud trend analysis to ascertain emerging and existing fraud risk areas based on complete and potential loss data
• Liaise closely with Uganda Police and monitor cases handed over to them for court processes ensuring that exhibits used in court are returned to MTN Uganda.
• To conduct formal recorded interviews with suspects and witnesses in accordance with current legislation and codes of practice
• To conduct witness interviews and take concise statements in accordance with current legislation and codes of practice
• To take static and mobile surveillance as required, utilizing covert equipment where appropriate, in accordance with current legislation and codes of practice
• Support in the performance of Fraud risk assessments and other proactive fraud risk management initiatives.

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Accounting, Finance or Information Technology.
• Professional qualification in any of the following Forensics/Fraud examination/Information security Certifications; CFE, CFCE, CHFI, GCFA, CISM, CISA, , CEH
• Experience in performing professional fraud investigations including the use of digital forensics tools e.g. Encase, FTK
• Certification in Encase DF120-Digital Forensics Foundation
• Certification in Encase DF240-Building an investigation
• Experience in use of CAATs Preferably ACL
Experience:
• Technical working experience in the Fintech and GSM environment
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience covering Fraud Detection, Prevention, and Investigations
• Experience liaising/dealing with Law enforcement agencies
• At least 3 years’ experience using Analytics techniques and tools i.e. Big Data analytics
• Experience in high transaction digital environments
• Previous exposure and experience using digital forensics software e.g. Encase

Other Training/ Skills and Competencies:
• Strong analytical skills;
• Excellent Interview, interrogation and listening skills
• Data mining, extraction and analytics
• Prior practical experience in occupational fraud investigations
• Experience in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Strategic understanding of the Telecommunications environment including Fintech.
• Effective oral, presentation and written communication skills.
• Exemplary Planning and Time Management skills.
• Must have attention to detail.
• Possess strategic thinking abilities
• Mature persona with the highest degree of integrity, honesty and trust
• High levels of confidentiality, Proven planning and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines