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Role Description

The Digital Asset Custody Manager is a part-time, hybrid role based in Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with some work-from-home flexibility. This role is responsible for organizing, securing, and maintaining digital assets related to the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at CMU-Africa, including documents, media files, data sets, and archival materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Cataloging and tagging assets.
• Managing access permissions.
• Maintaining backup and recovery procedures.
• Ensuring accurate version control.
• Monitoring data integrity.
• Supporting staff and scholars in locating and using digital resources.
• Implementing clear workflows for asset storage and retrieval.
• Documenting processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve digital asset management practices.
• Coordinating with program administrators and IT support as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in digital file organization, cataloging, and version control, with the ability to maintain structured repositories and metadata.
• Competence in data security and privacy practices, including access control management, backup procedures, and basic risk mitigation.
• Experience using cloud storage platforms, content management systems, or digital asset management tools in an academic or professional environment.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and a methodical approach to record-keeping and documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across time zones.
• Comfort working in a hybrid setting, managing tasks independently, and prioritizing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with higher education or scholarship programs, particularly in technology or engineering disciplines, is an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in information management, library science, information technology, or a related field preferred.