Taaleem Hiring for Data Officer Job at Dubai Full Time

Taaleem have an opening for an experienced Data Officer to join one of their international schools in Dubai. Start date: December/January 2023.

As Data Officer, the successful applicant will support the smooth operation of the schools’ data and information systems and facilitate the safe dissemination of data to users.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Data Management

• Collation and analysis of progress and examination data and production of reports in a timely manner to meet internal and externally set deadlines
• Provision of statistical information as required for internal and external use.
• Assistance with completion and submission of compliance data.
• Produce and update academic targets and assessment information for all students using available test data.
• Importing and maintaining data for all students across multiple systems for example ECAs

MIS/CMS

• Manage student and parent data with the school information systems (iSams & Managebac)
• Prepare and manage academic year start and end process
• Ensure school calendar, holidays and closures are reflected in the MIS
• Assist with the creating, managing and maintaining staff access to iSams & Managebac
• Assist the setup and maintenance of the school timetable
• Set up and maintain electronic mark books and tracking sheets

Assessment Administration

• Assisting with the setup, booking and invigilation of electronic examinations and surveys as and when required
• Assisting with importing, exporting and result delivery of electronic examinations and surveys
• Provide support and training to staff to enable meaningful extraction of data from key data systems

Other

• Ensuring data is held in accordance with the directions from the KHDA
• Maintain accurate academic student information
• Review, develop and maintain data protocols
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
• Participate in training and other learning activities relevant to the post, ensuring continuing personal and professional development
• Undertake such other duties as may be directed by the Principal.

Person Specification

The Postholder:

• must be numerate and computer literate
• must be able to work to a high degree of accuracy
• must be confident in the use, analysis and interpretation of data
• will be confident in advising other staff as required
• must have an excellent working knowledge of computer software, especially Microsoft Excel
• must have the ability to import and export data to and from databases and spreadsheets and manipulate data
• must be able to work accurately, under their own initiative and to work in an organised and flexible manner
• will be self-motivated, with high standards and expectations
• will demonstrate attention to detail and high quality in their work
• will be committed to the confidentiality and security of information and work with discretion at all times
• will have an ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workload i.e. deal with changing and conflicting work deadlines, under the direction of the Assistant Head

It is desirable for the postholder:

• to have relevant data administration experience
• to have knowledge of MIS modules and databases
• hold or be willing to obtain an Emergency First Aid at Work certificate

To apply, please complete the registration form and upload your CV application.

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. The successful candidate will be subject to relevant national police checks.