About SOS MEDITERRANEE

SOS MEDITERRANEE is a European maritime and humanitarian organization founded in 2015 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 2014.

Created by a collective of European citizens committed to upholding human dignity, our organization operates with a clear mission:

1. To rescue people in distress at sea;

2. To protect and assist survivors on board our rescue vessel;

3. To bear witness and raise public awareness about the ongoing crisis in the Mediterranean.

Since launching operations in 2016, SOS MEDITERRANEE has rescued more than 40,000 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.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), and data visualization platforms (e.g., 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 2025 - subjected to change according to the operations' development

• Location: Lampedusa, Italy

• Salary: between 1700€ to 2 750€ 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.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please fill in the form and upload your resume and cover letter in English,by August 22th the latest : Application form Data & Analysis Officer - Aerial Monitoring Operations

Kindly note that no information will be given by phone.

When you apply for a job, we collect and store your personal data within our recruitment department for the administrative management of applications and the recruitment process. The purpose of the information requested as a candidate for employment is to assess the professional qualities and skills of your application, to the exclusion of any other purpose. The legal basis for this processing is to obtain your consent and for pre-contractual measures for the employment contract. If your application is successful, this data will be kept for the duration of your contract. If your application is not successful, this data will be deleted immediately unless you advise us otherwise. In accordance with the French Data Protection Act of 6 January 1978 and European regulations, you may access your personal data, rectify it, request its deletion or exercise your right to limit the processing of your data. You can request more information and exercise your rights at any time by contacting SOS MEDITERRANEE France, CS 20585 – 13294 Cedex Marseille 06. rgpd.fr@sosmediterranee.org