Job Description
The State Program Assistant, Strategic Information will be involved in the implementation of Strategic Information activities in the state.
S/He will support the implementation of Strategic Information activities in the organization to ensure program targets are met.
S/He will implement and ensure data quality and best practices in data collection, data management, and data reporting at different levels and ensure the use of standard tools and indicators required in the program.
Promoting health system strengthening activities at all levels and collaborating with Government of Nigeria agencies to conduct monitoring and evaluation activities will also be done by the State Program Assistant, Strategic Information.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collate site level indicator reports and ensure completeness, correctness and consistency of data reported
Ensure compliance of sites / regions to reporting timelines and reporting lines
Ensure all reports received from sites and CBOs/NGOs within the state are put on the network shared drive or archived at the state office
Ensure the availability and utilization of standardized monitoring and evaluation indicators and tools for consistency in measurement
Monitor data processes from collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use.
Monitor stock level of DCTs, make requisition for tools and distribute as required
Participate in site monitoring, supervision and mentoring
Attend meetings requiring SI representation as required
Participate in health system strengthening activities
Participate in Data Quality Assessments, Joint Data Quality Assessments and Data Validation exercises at the state level
Assist in generating regular gap analysis to show regional/state/site progress towards achieving set targets
Participate in periodic data quality assessments at IHVN supported sites and generate reports
Routine data extraction as required
Regular update of indicator reports tracker
Maintain site information data and site list for the state
Participate in the maintenance and support of Electronic Medical Records system implemented at site
Responsible for reviewing the monthly data export from the EMR for data quality issues and completeness
Responsible for ensuring monthly data export from EMR at site level for onward submission to the next level
S/he will also support improved availability and use of monitoring, evaluation and surveillance data for program planning, evaluation, and policy advocacy
Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional/State SI Officer.
Education/Experience
A University Degree in any of the following or related fields: Medicine, Pharmacy, Natural sciences, Statistics and Epidemiology. Minimum of 1 year working experience in relevant field
Experience in data collection, processing and use
Experience with HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria programs or related health service programs; experience working with HIV/AIDS prevention and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable
Experience with the PEPFAR/ Global Funds SI system highly desirable
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
Data management and analysis skills
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
Must have the ability to obtain, analyze, organize and interpret data and present findings in both oral and written form
Report writing and presentation skills
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office package applications
Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision
Have a clear understanding of the health system structure and HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria environment of the country
Have a supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening local partners and building local capacities for self-management
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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Interested and qualified candidates should forward their application letter and detailed Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft word format to the “Associate Director, Human Resources” through this email address: careers@ihvnigeria.org Note: Candidates should indicate the position and preferred locations in their application letter. IHVN is an equal opportunity employer.
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