World Health Organization (WHO) Data Analyst Jobs in Nigeria

World Health Organization (WHO) Data Analyst Jobs in Nigeria


Purpose of the Position

  • WHO is supporting the government of Nigeria in her response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

  • There is an urgent need for data capture and analyses in the management of this pandemic and monitoring progress at all levels (Global, Regional, Country, and State levels).

    Description of Duties

    Under the guidance of the WHE Laboratory lead, the incumbent would perform the following duties

  • Support the NCDC (NRL) to develop and maintain required databases

  • Conduct timely analysis and reporting of data

  • improve data quality through routine monitoring

  • Improve data use and feedback of data to key stakeholders and reporting sources

  • Ensure that data generated is properly managed and analyzed to facilitate data-driven decision making

  • Design data collection instruments and databases as needed

  • Train state level laboratory data collectors on data collection and electronic data entry

  • Regularly analyze collected data and provide feedback to state level users

    Required Qualifications

    Education

    Essential

  • Secondary, technical or commercial school certificates with training in or technical certificate in data management

    Desirable

  • University degree in the field of data management sciences, epidemiology, public health or related field.

    Experience

    Essential

  • Possess at least 4 years’ experience in data management, and or working with public health surveillance /monitoring and evaluation system and Laboratory management systems (LIMS)

  • Experience in GIS Map analysis (ARC GIS, QGIS, Health Mapper)

  • Experience with STATA, MathLab, SPSS, CSPRO, Epi Info

    Desirable

  • Previous related work experience in the UN or other International Development Agencies, Training on DHIS2 platform.

    Use of language skills

  • Language Proficiency: Level IV English (fluency in both written and
    oral) is required
    Skills

    Specific skills required

    Job Knowledge

  • A good understanding of Laboratory Management Systems, data compilation and management and data analysis. In addition, experience, or knowledge of system integration with public health surveillance systems is an advantage

    Skills and Abilities

  • Possess advanced data management and analysis skills and proficiency with data management software (EPI-Info, Microsoft Excel, Access, SAS, SQL, or STATA). Experience with web- based applications - is desired.

    Competencies

  • Producing results

  • Fostering integration and teamwork

  • Ensuring the effective use of resources

  • Communicating in a credible and efficient way

  • Moving forward in a changing environment

    Application Closing Date

  • 2nd September, 2020.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; World Health Organization (WHO) Data Analyst Jobs in Nigeria

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