Data Manager at HIFASS

Location: Reference Hospital, Yaba - Lagos

Basic Function

• Under the supervision of the Site Team Leader (with technical oversight from the MODHIP / USAMRD-A/N SI Unit), the Data Manager will provide data management support to the Nigerian Ministry of Defence (NMOD) Health Implementation Program's HIV / AIDS service delivery efforts.
• The Data Manager shall support the delivery of HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, care and support services at Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) that will benefit the military personnel, their family members, and civilians from the surrounding communities.
• The Data Manager is to supervise and coordinate all data management activities at NMOD-USAMRD-A / N program-supported service delivery points.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in the collection and management of HIV / AIDS, PMTCT and TB data
• Oversee the job functions of data management and records staff in the Program at the facility
• Ensure proper management of program data collected and compiled from various hospital departments
• Oversee the activities of all data volunteers related to the DHIS2 tracker and viral load activities and ensure that all patient-related data entry is done in a timely manner
• Supervise entering of all supplied/ collected program data and prepares program reports and submits as indicated to assigned personnel
• Carry out routine data quality assessments across all program indicators/service delivery points
• Work with the different service delivery points to ensure data entered on the Electronic Medical Records system is of high quality and accurate.
• Provide data management support for all continuous quality improvement activities
• Provide visualizations of site data to showcase performance, gaps, monitor continuous quality improvement activities, and for site monthly meetings
• Ensure proper coordination of the M&E unit and timely report of the program activities on ProHIMS / DHIS2
• Monitor computer systems for malfunctions; report malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Supervise / carry out annual program assessments and evaluations in line with program priorities.
• As assigned or directed, perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Job Specifications

• Minimum Education / Training Requirement: BA / BSc, in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a degree in Science or Health related disciplines.
• Prior Work Experience: 5 years post NYSC, a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation, and Data Management or a combination of relevant training and experience in health services management position or similar experience.

Knowledge and skills:

• This position requires prior experience in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of health programs (preferably HIV programs).
• Demonstrable experience using DHIS2 is required
• Experience with managing relational database management systems
• Knowledge of SQL and FileMakerPro will be an added advantage
• Data management, proficiency in the use of computers, including the ability to rapidly process and analyze data using spreadsheets and statistical analysis tools.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication skills, level IV fluency in written and verbal English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage a diverse team
• Demonstration of good judgment and ability to work under pressure and strict timelines.

Salary
N160,000 - N190,000 / Month.