Senior Programme Strategic Information Officer - Abia at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Job Description

• The Strategic Information Officer will support the planning and execution of all market-related research, data collection and analysis for Data to Action decision on the project and reporting.
• S/he will liaise with the Global and DISC Nigeria MERL Lead, HMIS Advisor, State MERL Officers, research consultant and other relevant staff to collect, clean, analyse and evaluate all data necessary for the business requirements project.
• S/he aligns information management with organizational and national strategy, promoting data-driven decision-making.
• S/He oversees the development of the project's M&E and Research strategy and defining performance metrics.
• S/He prioritises data privacy and compliance, implements training programs for project team members, and also engages with stakeholders to understand information needs.
• S/He works with the Service delivery and demand generation teams to drive continuous quality improvement for the project and RMNCAEH+N PDU
• Additionally, S/he explores strategic partnerships, integrates innovative data management approaches.

Requirements

• Degree in Public Health, Social sciences, or any related field. A Master’s degree in Demography, Public Health, Epidemiology or Biostatistics/Statistics will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in design, implementation and management of monitoring and evaluation systems assessing the progress, effectiveness and impact of program deliverables

Technical:

• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Proficiency in use of analytic software and computer applications
• Report writing and data interpretation skills.
• Significant knowledge of FP and Reproductive Health in Nigeria.
• High level of integrity and transparency
• Good knowledge of critical stakeholders
• Supervisory and mentoring skills.

Behavioural:

• Openness to new idea(s)
• Team oriented
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
• Planning and organizational skills