About The Team
Komaza partners with rural farmers to plant and grow thousands of hectares of new woodlots. We sustainably manage the woodlots we’ve planted through efficient harvest operations. We lead research and innovation in technical forestry for smallholder farmers. The Harvest Department leverages data, mobile technology, training, and user-centered business systems to empower Komaza make better farmer related decisions to become the future of African forestry. We are equally comfortable whiteboarding new solutions to complex business problems, digging into excel and GIS, or getting our boots muddy talking to farmers in their fields.
About This Role
Are you a critical and logical thinker who enjoys working with large data sets? Are you interested with working with different systems to support our complex and rapidly growing forestry operations? Then this role is for you! As the Harvest Data Assistant, you will run timely and accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of data and outcomes for the Harvest Department. Together with the team, you will maintain and troubleshoot processes to ensure operations run smoothly and cost-efficiently. While the role is primarily office-based, you will have opportunities to interact with field staff and farmers. If you’re looking for a data analytics role in a rapidly changing environment, then this is the job for you.
What You Will Do
Effectively import and export raw data from our Survey CTO into our various databases
Test our data collection tools to ensure their reliability in collecting harvest data
Execution and implementation of data reports as directed by the Harvest Data Officer
Troubleshoot and maintain our data systems and processes to flag any discrepancies
Monitor and review harvest data flows to ensure they align with the set standards
Run quality checks to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the harvest data
What You Have
Bachelors in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics or any other relevant field of study
At least 2 years of relevant work experience
Comfortable using G-Suite in particular Google Sheets and Google Draw
Experience in using QGIS or any other relevant qualitative method
Proficiency in Ms Office: Word & Excel
You’re Also
Analytical and have strong problem solving skills
Superior attention to detail and commitment to accuracy with timely follow through
Eager to learn process concepts, primarily through hands on work and observation skills
Ability to adapt to change quickly
Ability to prioritize and multitask without compromising on quality standards
Strong listening and presentation skills
Ability to work well in a team environment, take initiative and work independently
Can work effectively in high-pressure situations that require sound decision making and may involve confidential or sensitive matters.
If you like working to data, enjoy learning and are eager for career growth, then join us! This role is based at our headquarters in beautiful Kilifi, Kenya. This role offers competitive salary and benefits with potential for further career growth.
