Field Coordinator - Strategic Information (Adhoc) at Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor data processes from collection, collation, analysis, reporting and use.
• Ensure completeness, correctness and consistency of all program reports.
• Provide guidance to state and facility staff on indicators, reporting and data quality issues.
• Support the routine use of data for decision making at supported States, LGAs and facilities through gap analyses and run charts.
• Participate in the development and periodic review of program reporting protocols.
• Ensure compliance of facilities, LGAs and States to report timelines.
• Participate in development of SOPs for Program Monitoring and Reporting.
• Participate in developing indicator matrices in line with indicator requirements.
• Participate in the generation of routine program reports Quarterly, Semi-annual and Annual progress reports.
• Ensure all reports received from facilities/LGAs are archived.
• Prepare reports as required and requested.
• Ensure the utilization of standardized monitoring and evaluation indicators and recording & reporting tools for consistency in measurement.
• Participate in the development of Performance Monitoring Plans and M&E plans.
• Participate in health system strengthening activities.
• Generate regular gap analysis to show program/ state progress towards achieving targets.
• Ensure a proper feedback mechanism is put in place to ensure data quality of indicator reports.
• Participate in periodic data quality assessments at supported facilities, generate reports and track implementation of recommendations from the exercise.
• Participate in facility assessment and activation activities and provide technical support as required.
• Strengthen national reporting lines at supported facilities.
• Provide technical guidance on program indicators across all thematic units.
• Oversee data reporting on TB notification app.
• 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 SI Manager and Director of Strategic Information.

Minimum Requirements

• A University Degree in any of the following or related fields: Medicine, Pharmacy, Natural and Social sciences, Statistics, Public Health and Epidemiology.
• A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in relevant field.
• Experience in data collection, processing and use.
• Experience with Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS programs or related health service programs; experience working with Tuberculosis prevention, diagnosis and treatment and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable.
• Experience with the US Government (USG) and Global Funds Strategic Information system highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines.
• Knowledge of USG funded monitoring and evaluation programs
• Knowledge of the reporting framework for Tuberculosis including indicator definitions
• Knowledge of the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme Recording and Reporting tools.
• Ability to perform complex data analytics utilizing Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics tools, SPSS, ODK/Kobo Collect and/or Business Intelligence tools, making recommendations based on findings.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative 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 especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Team players with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have a clear understanding of the health system structure and the National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme and other relevant stakeholders.
• 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 during weekends.