Data Specialist (Mid Shift)

We’re looking for fresh graduates and junior professionals interested in full-time, fixed-term work for one year. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 3 PM to 12 midnight. This is not a highly technical role; we are looking for candidates with an interest in and familiarity with International Development, International Affairs, and Political Science.

About you

You’re a team player and a problem solver who thrives in an environment where you’re responsible for your own work while still receiving the necessary support. You strive to have excellent communication skills to gather the information you need, and you maintain a professional and collaborative attitude to coordinate effectively with diverse groups, whether they are donor agencies or colleagues within the organization, to accomplish your tasks.

About the team

The Data Collection team’s goal is to ensure Devex members are the first to know about funding opportunities and that the information they receive from us is accurate, reader-friendly, and adds value to their user experience. We track funding notices, procurement opportunities, contract awards, and job announcements of major development donors such as the World Bank, ADB, USAID, and the EU, as well as implementers, corporations, private foundations, and other philanthropic organizations that operate at the intersection of business and global development.

What you’ll do:

• Procurement Information Management: Data entry of donor strategies, tenders, grants, short-lists, and contract awards, ensuring accurate and timely dissemination of information to relevant stakeholders.
• Development Job Posting: Expand our job board by posting development jobs from various sources, ensuring that our members are informed about the latest and most relevant open development positions available globally.
• Information Quality Assurance: Maintain a high standard of information quality by verifying the accuracy, relevance, and completeness of the content posted on our platform. Present the information in a clear and helpful manner for our Devex members worldwide.
• Administrative Support: Perform repetitive, process-driven tasks with unwavering attention to detail and accuracy.
• Team Collaboration: Actively participate in team meetings, training sessions, and coordination efforts with other teams to ensure effective collaboration and smooth workflow.
• Research Potential Sources: Stay updated on industry trends and developments by researching potential sources of procurement information and development job opportunities. Identify new avenues to enhance the breadth and depth of our content offerings.

Required Qualifications

Here are the basic requirements we’re looking for in the role…

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (preferably in International Relations, International Studies, Development Studies, or similar)
• A basic understanding of international development and a global mindset
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel, Google Workspace, etc.)
• Working knowledge of office equipment, computer hardware, and peripheral devices
• Good command of English, both oral and written, and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Nice-to-haves

Besides the basics, here’s what we’d love to see you have experience in…

• Data collection, research, and/or analysis
• Detail-oriented work with evolving processes

Additional Information

The base pay is Php21,780 with an opportunity to earn monthly bonuses of up to Php10,000. This position requires a probationary period, and you will have access to HMO services as soon as you start working at Devex.

What we can offer you

Being part of the Devex team is a partnership. We strive to make Devex a space where you can thrive and do your most inspirational work. Here are a few benefits we offer:

• Working in an international environment with colleagues all over the globe
• Remote work
• Professional development and wellness activities
• 8 Service Incentive Leaves
• Week-long enterprise-wide breaks to rest and recharge (August and December)
• 2 YAY days to learn or adventure as you like

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Interview Process

• Screening call with People Operations
• Interview with Hiring Manager and Quality Assistants
• Complete a take-home challenge
• Offer

At Devex, our vision is to do more good for more people in the global development community. We’re a media platform that connects 1+ million development professionals with news, jobs, content series, events, and funding.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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