DATA OFFICER Full Time
Institute Of Human Virology Nigeria (IHV)
Abuja, Nigeria | Bachelor's Degree | 1 - 3 years | Full Time | Male or Female | Medical Practice | Medical Practice
Job Summary
Working with the Project Director and Data Manager, the Data Officer (NAHSS) will coordinate implementation of Strategic Information activities related to the NAHSS project; Monitor, Evaluate and share indicators to ensure program targets are met. Ensure data quality and best practices in data collection, data management, and data reporting at different levels. Promote health system strengthening activities. Communicate with implementing partners and state ministries of health on all NigeriaQual activities; collate data from all stakeholders for USG reporting; Collaborate with the Government of Nigeria agencies to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities as required. Provide comprehensive data support for all research activities which includes: database creation and management, data collation, data monitoring and analysis.
Job Responsibilites
Receive and collate indicator reports from the sites, NAHSS partners, Implementing Partners and other relevant stakeholders
Coordinate all data processes from collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use
Assist in preparation of adhoc reports as required and requested
Participate in health system strengthening activities
Assist in generating regular gap analysis to show progress towards achieving set targets
Creation of Microsoft Access electronic database platform when needed
Participate in mentoring and supervision at implementing sites
Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director or Program Manager
Job Requirements
A University degree in any of the following or related fields: statistics and epidemiology, natural, medical or social sciences. Minimum of one year working experience
Experience in computer use, data collection, processing and use
Ability to run basic analysis using statistical packages (e.g. STATA, SAS, SPSS) and Microsoft packages (particularly Access)
Experience with HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with HIV/AIDS prevention
Experience with the PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system highly desirable.
Experience in Quality Improvement in HIV care is an added advantage
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Basic data management and analysis skills
Must have the basic skills to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form
Report writing and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel and Access
Team player with ability to work with minimum supervision
Be willing to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially primary stakeholders • Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends.
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