Uganda National Institute of Public Health Data Analyst Jobs in Uganda

Uganda National Institute of Public Health Data Analyst Jobs in Uganda

Job Summary

Data Analyst specializing in Health Emergencies will play a crucial role in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making and response efforts during public health crises such as pandemics, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and other emergencies. The employee will involve handling large volumes of health-related data, identifying trends, patterns, and risk factors, and providing actionable insights to aid in preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

Roles and Responsibilities

Data Collection and Integration

Collect, aggregate, and integrate data from various sources including health surveillance systems, hospitals, laboratories, public health agencies, and other relevant sources.

Ensure the quality, consistency, and accuracy of data through validation, cleaning, and normalization processes.

Epidemiological Analysis

Analyze epidemiological data to monitor disease transmission dynamics, identify hotspots, and assess the impact of health emergencies on populations.

Conduct spatial and temporal analysis to track the spread of diseases and assess the effectiveness of control measures.

Predictive Modeling and Forecasting

Develop predictive models using statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to forecast disease outbreaks, healthcare demand, and resource needs.

Generate scenario-based projections to support contingency planning and decision-making by healthcare authorities.

Surveillance and Early Warning Systems

Collaborate with various departments within the regional referral hospital to ensure timely preparation and dissemination of situation reports to key stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making processes.

Design, implement, and maintain surveillance systems and early warning mechanisms to detect and monitor emerging health threats in real-time.

Collaborate with epidemiologists, public health experts, and data scientists to improve the sensitivity and specificity of surveillance algorithms.

Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Mapping

Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerable populations, assess their susceptibility to health emergencies, and prioritize intervention strategies.

Create vulnerability maps and heat maps to visualize spatial disparities in healthcare access, socio-economic factors, and other determinants of health outcomes.

Communication and Reporting

Prepare and disseminate reports, dashboards, and situational analyses to communicate key findings, trends, and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers.

Collaborate with communication teams to develop data-driven communication strategies for public awareness and behavior change.

Capacity Building and Training

Provide technical assistance, training, and capacity-building support to public health professionals, emergency responders, and data analysts involved in health emergency response efforts.

Develop and deliver workshops, webinars, and training materials on data analysis, epidemiology, and public health surveillance.

Skills and Qualifications

Possess a solid foundation in statistics and practical experience with statistical software (such as Excel, SPSS, SAS) and mastery in data analysis languages including SQL, Python, and R.

Exhibit exceptional analytical abilities to compile, structure, examine, and present substantial data sets with precision and thoroughness.

Capable of critically evaluating data to derive meaningful, actionable insights.

Demonstrate superior communication and presentation capabilities, adept at simplifying complex data insights for audiences without a technical background.

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Statistics, or a comparable discipline is required, with prior experience in data analysis or a related field being advantageous.

Additional Requirements

Adept at report writing and presenting findings.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

A deep understanding of emergency operations is a plus

3-5 years of experience

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Uganda National Institute of Public Health Data Analyst Jobs in Uganda

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