Job Title: Data Manager
Hiring Organization: Centre for Health Solutions
Location – Locality:
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Non Profit
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 05/28/2024
Centre
for Health Solutions – Kenya (CHS) is an indigenous, not-for-profit
organisation that utilises local expertise and strategic partnerships to ensure
the implementation of evidence informed solutions and interventions to existing
and emerging public health concerns.
CHS is
currently sourcing for high-calibre, self-motivated, and a dynamic individual
to fill the following position: Data Manager (1 position):
CHS/HR/STP/DM/001/2024
Reports
to: Strategic Information Lead
Location:
Siaya County
Overall Job Function
Reporting
to the Strategic Information Lead, the Data Manager will be responsible for the
collection and aggregation of datasets, data cleaning, and data entry, as well
as tracking and managing the flow of facility-level and patient data across
various CHS Shinda Tena-supported programs, including C&T, HTS, PMTCT,
TB/HIV, VMMC, DREAMS, KP/PP, GBV, and PrEP. The Data Manager will ensure the
completeness, accuracy, and consistency of the data to meet the required
quality standards for reporting. Additionally, the role involves reviewing and
updating data quality audit tools, developing EMR data extraction scripts, and
creating and maintaining web-based dashboards for performance monitoring.
Key
Responsibilities
Establishing
a Robust Data Management System: Develop monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and
annual performance slides for CHS SHINDA TENA sites. Ensure timely and accurate
reporting for daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly program data.
Database
Maintenance: Assist in maintaining routine program, donor, and MOH databases
such as VMMC, EID, KHIS, DATIM, C-RIS, 3 PM, and DREAMS. Conduct routine data
validation checks to ensure accuracy and flag errors in reporting systems.
Data
Quality Assurance: Conduct regular audits and data validation checks to
strengthen data quality systems. Verify data accuracy before submission and
coordinate data cleaning efforts.
Dashboard
Development: Develop and manage live dashboards for program progress review
using platforms like Power BI, Excel, or other suitable tools.
Capacity
Building: Train and mentor data officers to handle project data demands
effectively and adhere to data quality standards.
EMR
Support: Support the implementation, maintenance, and reporting through all EMR
systems in CHS-supported sites.
Report
Generation: Compile and aggregate weekly, monthly, and quarterly data reports
for donors, CHS programs, and MoH. Prepare comprehensive reports, dashboards,
and graphics summarising program results.
Data
Upload and Integration: Support the uploading of facility EMR data into the
National Data Warehouse (NDWH) and ensure integration with other relevant
databases.
Automation
and Scripting: Write programming scripts to automate data accuracy checks and
generate reports.
Data
Analysis and Visualisation: Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to assess
program effectiveness, identify trends, and generate insights. Develop data
visualisation tools to aid in program monitoring and decision-making.
System
Development and Maintenance: Assist in the design, development, deployment, and
maintenance of electronic systems for patient monitoring and program reporting.
Ad Hoc
Support: Address ad hoc data requests and provide support for special projects
or initiatives as needed.
Additional
Responsibilities:
Ensure
appropriate data collection tools and systems are in place and used
effectively.
Provide
oversight for successful data management, including database development.
Develop
tools for routine data quality audits and maintain the project’s management
information system.
Ensure
effective utilisation of project information systems.
Build the
capacity of data officers.
Perform
any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s
degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biostatistics,
Epidemiology, Public Health or its recognised equivalent. A Master’s degree is
highly preferred.
Minimum 5
years experience in Data management for health projects
Strong
proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, dashboards, power pivots,
advanced Excel formulas, conditional formatting)
Demonstrated
knowledge of data visualisation and business intelligence software like ArcGIS,
Tableau, and Power BI
Strong
proficiency in working with statistical packages such as Epi Info, STATA, etc.
Ability
to develop analytical codes in R
Proficiency
in real-time data collection applications, including ODK and Redcap,
Working
knowledge of PEPFAR, CDC, and MOH reporting requirements
Sound
understanding of comprehensive HIV/AIDS program, TB/HIV, DREAMS, KP/PP, GBV,
PrEP, VMMC, and public health programming.
Demonstrated
the ability to independently complete assigned tasks.
Ability
to plan and prioritise own work under tight deadlines, as well as to work on
own initiative and as a member of a team.
Ability
to work under pressure meet strict deadlines and work with minimum supervision
How To
Apply
Interested applicants are invited
to email their applications and detailed CVs with contact details to vacancies@chskenya.org clearly
quoting the position you are applying for, and reference number as indicated in
the subject line. Applications close on Wednesday 5th June 2024. CVs will be
reviewed on a rolling basis.