DATA & ANALYSIS OFFICER - AERIAL MONITORING OPERATIONS

About SOS MEDITERRANEE SOS MEDITERRANEE is a European maritime and humanitarian organization founded in in response to the humanitarian tragedy and the persistent absence of adequate state-led rescue capabilities on the Central Mediterranean route — the deadliest migratory route in the world since .
Created by a collective of European citizens committed to upholding human dignity, our organization operates with a clear mission.
To rescue people in distress at sea; To protect and assist survivors on board our rescue vessel; To bear witness and raise public awareness about the ongoing crisis in the Mediterranean.
Since launching operations in , SOS MEDITERRANEE has rescued more than people in coordination with its network across Germany, France, Italy, and Switzerland, using the ships Aquarius and Ocean Viking.
With the aim of increasing contextual awareness in the Central Mediterranean and to document the human rights violations and interceptions happening in this maritime region, SOS MEDITERRANEE, as a humanitarian civilian association, is planning to scale up our operational capacity in partnership with another organisation to launch a civilian aerial monitoring mission.
We are currently working to be operational as soon as possible, this context we are looking for these profiles.
This six-month pilot operation will be based in Italy.
Job description The Data & Analysis Officer is a key member of the civilian aerial monitoring mission team.
Reporting to the Head of Advocacy and Public Positioning, this role is responsible for leading data management, analysis, and reporting functions.
The officer will ensure that field data collected during aerial operations is transformed into clear, timely, and actionable insights that support documentation, advocacy, and strategic decision-making.
Data Management and Analysis Design and maintain robust systems for storing, organizing, and securing data collected during aerial monitoring operations Coordinate with field and operations teams to ensure timely, accurate, and complete data collection Develop protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for field data handling and reporting Ensure compliance with data protection and ethical standards Advocacy-Oriented Data Collection and Reporting Manage the collection of operational data and ensure that SOS MEDITERRANEE’s advocacy is grounded in timely and relevant evidence Produce regular analytical reports and visualizations to inform internal teams, partners, and advocacy outputs Produce briefing notes, public reports, maps, and internal memos in collaboration with advocacy and operational teams Support the identification of advocacy opportunities and stakeholders and support evidence-based positioning work Training and Collaboration Train the air and ground team on data collection protocols and tools to ensure data is gathered in a qualitative, consistent, and coherent manner Liaise with partner organizations on joint data collection methodologies, information sharing, and collaborative analysis Provide data insights to communication and advocacy teams to support public and institutional engagement Contribute to case studies and evidence-driven storytelling through the mission Profile Qualifications.
Master’s degree in Data Science, Geography, Humanitarian Affairs, International Relations, or related field Experience.
At least 2 years of experience in data analysis, information management, or evidence-based advocacy within humanitarian, human rights, or research contexts Experience in SAR (Search and Rescue) contexts is a strong asset Experience with remote sensing or aerial data analysis Prior work in human rights documentation or advocacy settings Familiarity with NGO reporting standards and communication tools Technical skills.
Proficient in qualitative and quantitative data analysis Advanced skills in Excel, GIS tools (e.
., ArcGIS, QGIS), and data visualization platforms (e.
., Power BI, Tableau) Experience working with photo, video, and geospatial datasets Strong knowledge of data protection and data management best practices Familiarity with migration and humanitarian contexts in the Mediterranean Knowledge of maritime law, SAR conventions, and the maritime sector is a plus Highly computer literate and confident with information management systems Soft skills.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to change Ability to work effectively with remote and multicultural teams Resilience under pressure and capacity to manage shifting priorities Strong alignment with humanitarian principles and SOS MEDITERRANEE’s mission Languages.
Fluent in English (spoken and written); French, Italian, or Arabic are strong assets Conditions.
Contract.
Fixed-term, 3 months Start Date.
From October - subjected to change according to the operations' development Location.
Lampedusa, Italy Salary.
between € to € gross/month - depending on former experience & contract nationality (due to social contributions changes) All mission costs covered.
travel, local accommodation (provided in the SOS Méditerranée Guesthouse), food (as per diem), insurance Psychological support Work permit.
Must hold a valid work permit to work within the EU Please submit your application by the 22th of August.