CARE Specialist- MIS and Data Management Jobs in Ethiopia
CARE Specialist- MIS and Data Management Jobs in Ethiopia
Job SummaryThe Management Information System (MIS) Specialist is a technical support position for the Livelihoods for Resilience activity.
Under the supervision of the Learning, Design and Measurement Manager and oversight of the of the Deputy Chief of Party of Operations, the MIS Specialist will complete the roll out of the MIS System for the project as well as have ultimate responsibility for maintaining the system, strengthening the system over time and building capacity of project and government staff to utilize the system.
This includes leading data collection and entry into the MIS platform, analyzing MIS data to track project progress, and generating learning materials from the data.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Manage the project’s MIS system
Finalize MIS rollout in the remaining woredas of the project
Manage MIS users and their associated accounts. This includes creation of login IDs for new users, and freezing users or staff who left the project/organization
Updating the MIS system on a regular basis as needed. This includes creating new organization units in the system and linking them with program modules, in addition to data entry and updating households’ profile information in the MIS
Server management - Perform back-ups on a regular basis, diagnose the system performance, and liaise with the server hosting company to resolve any issues that emerge. In addition, the post holder will be responsible to make sure that project’s MIS, along with the information it has, is secure
Regularly communicate with server hosting company (BAO) and make sure payment for our server hosting service is completed on time.
Supervision of data entry and data quality
Oversee the MIS data collection process and make sure the collected data is transferred into MIS server online
Regularly communicate with frontline staff (community facilitators and woreda team leaders) and support them to make sure data collection happens according to agreed standard procedures.
Monitor the quality and completeness of MIS data entered into the system and provide regular feedback to field teams.
Travel to the field (as permitted within CARE’s COVID travel restrictions) to monitor MIS data collection processes and address observed gaps.
Troubleshooting data collection devices (Tablets) - perform light maintenance and configuration of tablets
MIS data analysis and generation of learning
Generate MIS reports periodically and circulate to project team for updating project progress in various technical areas
Support generation of learning materials from analyzing MIS data – learning both for program adaption and response, as well as
learning about program impact.
Training and capacity building
Plan and facilitate tailored MIS training for various users - virtually or in person
Update MIS training materials such as tutorial videos and manuals in line with changes happening in the system, and facilitate refresher trainings to users accordingly
Conduct travel to field and facilitate site level mentoring/training to field staff
Management of staff
Supervise MIS Assistant, conduct bi-annual performance review and submit the result to Human Resource Department
Mentor the MIS Assistant to help her achieve her annual performance objectives
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Education
Required
Minimum of first degree in MIS, database or computer science
Desired
Master’s degree in MIS, database or computer science
Experience
Required
Minimum 5 years in rollout and management of MIS/database systems, especially in an area similar to the project context (food security, microfinance, agriculture, poverty reduction).
Strong familiarity with the District Health Information System (DHIS2) platform
Experience in working on DHIS2 platform customized for development projects
Desired
Experience in creating digital maps and use of map creating software
Technical Skills
Required
Experience working on DHIS2 platform
Highly organized, attention to detail and strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills;
Strong skills in GIS, Excel, ACCESS, PowerPoint;
Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
Firm belief in quality, integrity, teamwork, gender equality, participatory approaches and sustainability;
Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
Desired
Utilizing analytic tools such as Tabloue and R-programing to perform analysis and for visual presentation.
Competencies
Integrity, respect, accountability, courage, excellence, analytical ability, takes initiative, strong interpersonal skills, decision making, information monitoring, facilitating change, pro-active problem solving, planning & organizing.
How to Apply
If you are interested to be part of our dynamic team, exciting work environment and contribute to CARE Ethiopia’s mission and vision, please send your CV (not more than 3 page) and cover letter (not more than one page) using one of the following options:
Send your application by e-mail to: ETH.JobsHR@care.org
Send your application through P.O. Box 4710 addressed to CARE Ethiopia, Human Resources Unit, Addis Ababa
Apply in person to one of CARE Ethiopia Offices in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Borena, Hawassa, Semera, Chiro, Debre Tabor, Dilla and Filtu
Note
On the subject Line, please clearly write the position you are applying “Specialsit- MIS and Data Managment". Your application will be automatically disqualified, if you fail to do so.
Passionate and dedicated candidates who meet the requirement are strongly encouraged to apply, especially women
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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