Job Title: AVADAR Data Assistant

Ref Id: 1903632
Locations: Kano, Jigawa & Bauchi
Primary Location: Nigeria-Enugu
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract duration: 6 months
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria
Schedule: Full-time
Grade: G4

Purpose of the Position

The main objective of the post is to assist the implementation of AVADAR in the state through data collation, cleaning and transmission. Supportive supervision and providing on site trainings to HWs and CIs.

Description of Duties
The incumbent under the guidance of the project assistant, is expected to support the states WHO office and state NPHCDA in the implementation of AVADAR project with the following specific tasks:

Under the overall guidance of the IVE Focal person and over all supervision of Zonal Coordinator and guidance of the state coordinator the AVADAR project assistant will carry out the following specific task:

Coordination:

Working with the project coordinator to ensure that the data flow and reporting of all health facilities on the project from the field level to the state and eventually to national level.
Support with data analysis feedback for both weekly, monthly and quarterly meetings
Perform other responsibilities that may be required of him

Operations:

Support the field staff on the data management component of the project
Support technically in terms of the data and ensure that SOPs are followed in LGA implementation sites
Support with configuration of phones and resolving issues to end users
Support the quarterly review meeting of the project
Provide monthly feedback analysis on the project including tracking information of the project indicators

Required Qualifications
Education:

Essential: At least Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Management or related field.
Desirable: Knowledge of data management and PEI data tools will be an added advantage.

Experience:

Essential:
At least 3 years’ experience in health related data management
Experience in quality data collection, analysis, dissemination, and use of health information for program planning and management.
Experience in database development.
Working knowledge of statistical application programs (EPI INFO, SPSS, STATA etc.) and mapping programs (HealthMapper, QGIS etc).
Desirable:
Relevant work experience in WHO/UN
Resident in the state of assignment
Ability to travel within the state. Knowledge or previous work in these state would be an advantage.

Use of language skills:

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Knowledge of the local language.

Skills:

Basic knowledge of ICT, programming, mobile and web - based data technology
Ability to acquire sound knowledge of WHO rules, regulations and procedures. Demonstrated abilities for team-work.
Ability to establish and maintain good relations with people at various levels and of different background.

Application Closing Date
10:59:00 pm; 12th August, 2019.


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Job Title: Research Assistant

Location: Lagos

Typical Duties

Research and collect data through several techniques and procedures including library research, structured interviews or other project specific methodology.
Schedule, organize and report on status of research activities.
Plan and modify research techniques, procedures, tests, and software management.
Travel to field sites to collect and record data and/or samples as appropriate to the specific objectives of the study
Prepare interview questions
Maintain accurate records of interviews, safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects, as necessary.
Summarize project results and prepare progress reports
Write and edit materials for publication and presentation.
Meets with faculty supervisor on regular basis to maintain ongoing communication regarding the quality of the assistant’s performance.
Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

1 to 3 years’ experience in research field.
Minimum of HND in any relevant field.
Knowledge of use of any data analysis software is of greater advantage.

Skills/Abilities:

Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress.
Ability to work independently, accurately and solve technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research.
Attention to detail, ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis.
Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
Critical thinking.
Ability to maintain quality and safety control standards.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Cover Letter to: info@ekoinnovationhub.com