Senior Program Officer, Health Management and Information Systems at Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria

Background
The TB-LON 3 Project is a USAID-funded Award that is a revolutionary program working with communities, facilities and relevant State and National structures to improve access to TB case finding, diagnosis, treatment and notification in Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo States; as well as increase domestic financing for TB and strengthen surveillance and integrated reporting across four Result areas:

• Improved access to high-quality, person-centred TB treatment, DR-TB, and TB/HIV services for a cumulative number of at least 106,576 persons for the life of the activity
• Strengthened systems and structures for TB detection, treatment and notification with TB service delivery platforms strengthened
• TB disease transmission and progression reduced
• TB research and innovations accelerated with improved impact on program implementation.

Job Summary

• SPO HMIS will be a highly skilled full-stack software developer with experience in building web applications using Java/PHP who will be responsible for analyzing program requirements and business objectives, determining application features, functionalities, recommending and implementing changes to existing Java/PHP-based applications, among other duties.

Responsibilities

• Creating DHIS 2 technical design documents for complex projects as needed;
• Identifying opportunities to leverage DHIS 2 and other custom development technologies;
• Preparation of DHIS 2 user documentation and training documentation;
• Support DHIS2 project implementation;
• Installation and management of softwares for patient and program level data management;
• Providing technical support for the deployment and maintenance of softwares related to tuberculosis Program;
• Ensuring all electronic data collection and reporting platforms are functional at all TB LON3 facilities and locations;
• Testing new releases of softwares and provide feedback to developers;
• Running updates on all electronic data collection and reporting platforms when necessary, document and report issues/ challenges identified;
• Ensuring the National Electronic Tuberculosis Information Management Systems (NETIMS) are functional across all TB LON3 states and facilities;
• Making recommendations on new features on electronic platforms based on interaction with healthcare team;
• Reviewing results and address challenges with information systems;
• Maintaining database performance by troubleshooting problems identified;
• Supporting the quality control systems and mechanisms needed to guarantee proper management of information and data quality assurance;
• Assisting with user training and system documentation and developing SOPs as it relates to health information processes;
• Providing guidance to state and facility staff on health information and data quality issues;
• Ensuring the utilization of standardized monitoring and evaluation indicators and tools for consistency in measurement;
• Participating in health system strengthening activities;
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Strategic Information, TB-LON

Minimum Requirements

• A University Degree in any of the following or related fields: Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering required. A Master's Degree will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in technical project management, software and health information development
• DHIS 2 (and other Health Information System) implementation experience highly desired
• Experience with responsive user interface design, database structures and statistical analyses
• Proficiency with fundamental front end languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as Angular JS and React
• Proficiency with server side languages such as Java, PHP, Python and R programming
• Working knowledge of Java, JSP, EJB, XML, web services
• Proficiency with database technology such as MySQL and PostgreSQL
• Experience in webservers administration such as Apache, Tomcat and IIS
• Agile methodology experience is also a plus
• Experience with tuberculosis program or related health service programs experience working with HIV/AIDS prevention and/or impact mitigation programs in the West African context is desirable
• Experience with the USAID SI system highly desirable
• A good understanding of the National Electronic Tuberculosis Information Management Systems (NETIMS).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices, methods, tools and guidelines
• Data management and analysis skills
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Knowledge of web and application servers and their configuration
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and resolve complex technical issues and identify root cause and recommend solutions to help resolve incidents quickly
• Ability to multi-task and complete multiple parallel assignments while working in an ever changing environment
• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Access and Excel
• Team player with ability to work with minimal supervision
• Have a clear understanding of the health system structure and HIV/AIDS and TB environment of the country
• 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;
• Knowledge of key National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) program indicators
• Flexibility, willing to travel and work weekends.