POST DATA MANAGER – 1 POST

POST CATEGORY(S) IT AND TELECOMS
EMPLOYER Ministry Of Health (MOH)
APPLICATION TIMELINE: 2022-02-20 2022-03-05
JOB SUMMARY NA
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To ensure accurate and consistent inputting of data received from partners into database;
ii. To perform data analysis and produce reports in various formats including graphs, charts etc. as required;
iii. To maintain and further develop the structure or format of the database as required, incorporating ideas and amendments accordingly;
iv. To provide additional updates and data analysis as required;
v. To provide technical support on the specific data required from them in relation to the different indicators they are monitoring (telephone support or travel to other offices) as required;
vi. To train on the use of the data base review, update and maintain documentation database design;
vii. To document and operate manuals on how to use the Database;
viii. To maintain a web interface for the Database;
ix. To maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the work;
x. To participate, as a resource person, in the training sessions for malaria focal persons as far as data is concern;
xi. To develop related training material and training plan; and
xii. To undertake any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
University Degree either in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Health Information Sytems or related Technical Field plus minimum of 3 years work experience in database design or database administration, data management and data analysis.

OTHER COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED

i. He/She must be fluent in English and Swahili;
ii. Significant experience analyzing data and producing reports;
iii. Ability to use Microsoft Access databases i.e. enter data, update records and fields, modify database structure, generate customized reports;
iv. Experience of using DHIS2;
v. Experience with SQL and VBA;
vi. Ability to design the structure of the database and write appropriate interfaces (eg Microsoft Excel) for data entry and ensure data quality and security;
vii. Experience in training project personnel in the use of database management software applications;
viii. Experience in writing and maintaining database design documentation and operating manuals; and
ix. Maturity and professional ability to handle sensitive information and ability to respect the confidentiality of such information while working with NMCP and even after the contract ends.

REMUNERATION Accoding to Programme Scales