Digital Enablement Specialist

Location: Karachi – Onsite

Qualification: Bachelors/Masters

Experience: 2-4 years 

Job Summary 

As a Digital Enablement Specialist, you will be transforming data into actionable insights, improving program effectiveness, and demonstrating the center’s impact. Your data-driven approach and analytical skills will contribute significantly to achieving the center’s strategic goals and fostering a data-driven culture within the organization. 

1. Data Collection and Management:

• Ensure data quality through data cleaning, validation, and standardization procedures.
• Develop and maintain a central data repository accessible to authorized users within the center.
• Supports Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) functions through data systems and evidence management.
• Ensure indicator traceability between different project planning documents and reports.
• Design and implement efficient data collection systems, leveraging online tools, website analytics, third-party integrations, and internal surveys.

2. Data Analysis and Visualization:

• Apply data analysis techniques and tools to extract meaningful insights from various data sources related to program effectiveness, startup progress, and ecosystem impact.
• Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations that communicate key findings effectively to diverse audiences (staff, startups, investors, stakeholders).
• Use data storytelling techniques to translate verified insights into clear narratives that support reporting, learning, and decision-making.

3. Performance Measurement and Reporting:

• Support the definition, operationalization, and tracking of approved KPIs and OKRs aligned with program goals and reporting requirements.
• Generate regular reports analyzing program performance, startup progress, and overall impact of the center on the tech ecosystem.
• Present data-driven insights and recommendations to senior management to inform strategic decision-making and program improvement.

4. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing:

• Collaborate with program teams to define data needs, interpret findings, and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Develop and implement a knowledge management system to share data insights, best practices, and learnings across the center.
• Organize internal workshops and training sessions to build data literacy and empower staff to leverage data effectively.

5. Staying Ahead of the Curve:

• Stay updated on emerging data analysis tools, best practices, and trends in the tech startup ecosystem.
• Explore and evaluate new data sources and integration opportunities to enhance the center’s data-driven capabilities.
• Participate in industry conferences and communities to network with other data professionals and share knowledge.

6. Management-directed responsibilities:

• Perform any additional duties assigned by senior management to support organizational priorities and evolving business needs. Ensure timely execution with professionalism and accountability. 

7. Cross-departmental support / shadowing:

• Collaborate with and shadow own and other departments as required to ensure operational continuity and knowledge sharing. 
• Provide support on interdepartmental tasks when needed by the management.

Required Qualification and Skills

• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining data systems for program monitoring, reporting, or performance management.
• Practical exposure to Management Information Systems (MIS) development, including data models, indicators, workflows, and access controls.
• Experience supporting Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) or performance measurement functions through structured data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in developing and implementing knowledge management systems.
• Expertise in visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
• Experience with online data integration tools and APIs.
• Ability to develop interactive dashboards and visualizations.
• Strong understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance measurement.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define data needs and interpret findings.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and data management using tools such as MS Excel (advanced), Google Sheets, Airtable, or equivalent structured data platforms.
• Hands-on experience in dashboard and MIS development, including KPI tracking, cohort monitoring, and longitudinal performance analysis.
• Working knowledge of data science or analytical methods (e.g., descriptive analytics, trend analysis, basic statistical techniques) applied in operational or program contexts.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent platforms for communicating insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with automation and integration tools (e.g., Zapier, Make.com, APIs) for streamlining data collection, validation, and reporting workflows.
• Understanding of data quality, validation, and documentation practices, including indicator definitions, data dictionaries, and version control.
• Exposure to evaluation, impact measurement, or results-based frameworks (e.g., KPIs, logical frameworks, theory of change, or similar) is strongly preferred.
• Skilled in utilizing no-code development tools.