DHIS2 Implementation Officers at African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET)

The responsibilities of the DHIS2 Implementation Officer include:

• Support the implementation of the Routine Immunization NHMIS scale up plan in the states
• Provide technical leadership to the  State RI team on the use of the DHIS2 RI dashboard for data driven decision making
• Provide mentoring, support and supervision to LGA RI teams on  data collection, data entry and appropriate use of RI reporting tools
• Develop Monthly technical report following all supportive supervision activities conducted
• Train State and LGA RI teams on data management
• Build capacity of state and LGA government officers to enter data, analyze and provide regular reports using DHIS2.
• Work with SIO’s, M&E officers, HMIS officers and others as indicated to analyze collected data and provide feedback to State and Local government RI teams
• Liaise with NSTOP Data Management Team to provide regular feedback and troubleshoot problems

Certifications, Knowledge and Requirements

• Postgraduate degree or equivalent in Data Management, Public Health, Epidemiology or other health related disciplines
• Possess at least 3 years’ experience in data management and monitoring and evaluation
• Experience working with District Health Information System 2 (DHIS2) database
• Experience in managing routine immunization data at LGA, state and national level.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Epi info and SPSS