Consultant – Dashboard Developer at International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

Job Description

Discovery, Preliminary Design, and Wireframing

Conduct initial stakeholder meetings to understand project objectives, requirements, and expectations
Document findings and create a detailed requirements specification document
Develop preliminary design concepts based on gathered requirements
Create wireframes and mockups for the user interface and user experience
Incorporate stakeholder feedback and refine designs accordingly
Data Preparation

Format and clean data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability
Dashboard Development

Develop the dashboard based on approved designs and requirements
Testing and Quality Assurance

Conduct thorough testing to identify and resolve any bugs or issues
Perform functional, usability, and performance testing to ensure a seamless user experience
User Training, Maintenance, and Support

Develop user documentation and guides for onboarding and reference
Conduct training sessions to help end-users navigate and utilize the dashboard effectively
Monitor dashboard performance and implement updates or fixes as needed
Provide a support channel for users to report issues and request assistance
Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Essential:

A degree in Data Science, Statistics, Geospatial Modeling, or Engineering, with extensive practical experience in developing visualization tools and dashboards—a minimum of 5 years post-Bachelor’s or 2 years post-Master’s degree
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Essential:

Proven experience and a demonstrated portfolio in publishing and sharing dashboards
Strong hands-on expertise in creating interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations
Proficiency in cleaning, structuring, and analyzing large datasets
Understanding of fundamental statistical methods and data modeling concepts (e.g., joins, data blending, calculated fields, level-of-detail expressions)
Knowledge of effective data storytelling principles, including layout design, color theory, and user experience
Ability to tailor dashboards for different audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders