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Thursday, February 26, 2009

Data Management Officer-Kenya

Program/Office: APHIA II Nyanza, Kenya
Reports to: Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor
FLSA Status: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Non-Union


About EngenderHealth

EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well-being of people in the poorest communities of the world. We do this by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health and transforming the quality of heath care. We promote gender equity, advocate for sound practices and policies, and inspire people to assess their rights to better, healthier lives. Working in partnership with local organizations, we adapt our work in response to local needs.


Job Summary

The Data Management Officer shall be responsible for ensuring adequate collection and transmission of the data called for by the M&E Plan while working with the APHIA II Nyanza staff, Ministry collaborators, target public sector and private sector service facilities and selected communities.


Responsibilities

1. Support data collection efforts at both health facility and community level.

2. Support the development of databases and data capture screens for the project

3. Ensure quality data entry and data integrity is upheld

4. Maintenance of a Project database and maps

5. Assist in the implementation of special studies and/or surveys as required by the M&E plan

6. Participate in development and maintenance of a practical, logical filing structure of all collected data and materials

7. Assist in the production of APHIA routine (monthly, quarterly and annual) and special reports

8. Any other duties deemed necessary for ensuring the good functioning of the office


Education, Experience and Certifications

1. Diploma in data management, statistics or another relevant discipline

2. At least 3 years experience in data management

3. Good Computer skills in SPSS, MS Access, and MS Excel


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Report writing skills

2. Good Communicator and Ability to work in team environment.

3. Previous experience in monitoring and evaluation will be an added advantage

4. EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

5. EngenderHealth complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and trainin


To Apply

If you wish to be considered for this position please send your non-returnable CV/résumé and application letter to hrinfo@engenderhealth.org with "Data Management Officer-Kenya" in the subject line.

EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

EngenderHealth complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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