Senior Data Manager Job in Kenya

FHI is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change.

Founded in 1971, FHI maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity— improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the following position:

Senior Data Manager
Location: Nairobi
Ref. No. FHI-SDM-NBI

Responsible for regional office program data collection and management activities.

 

Application Deadline
2011-04-22

Job Details
Key Responsibilities:

    * Establish and Manage project data bases.
    * Offer technical support in database management to meet regional and country data requirements for ROADS/FHI and other partners.
    * Assist in the compilation of quarterly, annual and ad hoc program data and reports.
    * Provide technical assistance and oversee Management Information Systems (MIS) for the project.
    * Participate in development and testing of data collection tools.
    * Coordinate collection of FHI/donor HIV/AIDS program data.
    * Ensure use of standardized tools.
    * Ensure a functional system for collection, analyzing and synthesis of M&E data exists.
    * Offer technical assistance in designing and implementation of data collection tools to ROADS strategic and implementing partners.
    * Provide support in writing monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the donors and FHI.

Minimum Requirements:

    * MS/MS with 3-5 years relevant experience or BA/BS/Degree in biostatistics or a related field with 5-7 years progressive work experience.
    * Demonstrated experience with Health Management Information Systems.
    * Computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, and Ms Access.

FHI has a competitive compensation package.

Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI’s Career Center at www.fhi.org/careercenter or apply via email to: Kenya-hr@fhi.org and quote the Reference # provided on the subject line while sending your application, to be received not later than April 22, 2011.

Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.

Kindly note that only short listed persons will be contacted.