PATH Data Officer, HIV Care and Treatment, Nuru ya Mtoto Jobs in Kenya

PATH Data Officer, HIV Care and Treatment, Nuru ya Mtoto Jobs in Kenya

Tracking Code
11755

Job Description

PATH is seeking to recruit a Data Officer to support HIV Care and Treatment services in Kakamega, Vihiga, Nyamira and Kisii counties.

The Data officer will Provide leadership in HIV Care and Treatment routine data management operations including supporting timely data collection and entry, data quality at all data points, processing, in-depth data analysis and managing the project database (PRISM).

Further, provide support to research data collection and analysis efforts by the project including special initiatives, outlined surveys, studies and evaluations.

Participate in preparing for and playing a key role in monthly data review meetings, writing donor reports and dissemination forums and DATIM data entry.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support in all aspects of data management including designing of data collection instruments; designing and maintaining project databases; planning and conducting data analyses, interpretation, and dissemination; assessing data quality

Prepare HIV care and treatment data for entry in to PEPFAR DATIM database

Ensure data quality through data validation checks, including discrepancy/inconsistency checks, real-time data monitoring and data cleaning

Ensure timely data collection, entry, review, and collation of project data – both from health facilities and the community

Work closely with M&E team and Health Informatics officer to develop and/or review data management systems including data dissemination aids and templates

Under the guidance of technical team leads, conduct in-depth and robust data analysis and presentation

Develop and implement a plan of building the capacity of project staff in data management including analysis, use and dissemination

Contribute to development of in-depth analysis of Nuru Ya Mtoto project data for publications, advocacy, proposal writing and presentation to various audiences as need arises

Assist in writing/editing guidelines/SOPs for data entry, management, and analysis

Provide technical guidance in strategies for improving the quality of data from health facilities and the community, and overall data dissemination and utilization at project level

Responds to data requests from the project technical team in a timely manner

Required Experience

Master’s Degree in public health, biostatistics, epidemiology, information systems or related field

A minimum of 7 years’ experience providing direct data management technical support with specific experience in HIV/TB projects.

Working knowledge of DATIM, PEPFAR reporting systems and DHIS2

Experience managing large

and complex data sets

High proficiency in Excel

Proven experience and familiarity with MOH/GOK EMR and other electronic data systems.

Excellent understanding of database design and development, database programming (in Access, SQL).

Experience and skills in the DHIS2 framework, EMR and the National HMIS system, including

knowledge of MOH data collection tools.
Knowledge of data visualization/BI software like Tableau and Power BI

Excellent knowledge of STATA and/or other statistical analysis package (SAS, SPSS, R)

Knowledge of and interpretation of key indicators in HIV/AIDS, TB and reproductive health

Desired Experience

Excellent computer skills

Excellent data management and analysis skills

Good writing and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Ability to work and deliver under intense pressure.

Ability to work in a complex project implementation environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines, and intense pressure to perform.

Professional presentation skills.

Ability to collaboratively work with other project team members

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.

PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or orientation, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Job Location
Kisumu, Kisumu, Kenya

Company Location
Kisumu, Kenya

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

Deadline: 30th September 2022

Application Link: PATH Data Officer, HIV Care and Treatment, Nuru ya Mtoto Jobs in Kenya

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