Strategic Information Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Strategic Information Officer is responsible for managing at the regional level all data entry and database-related tasks and queries; reporting regional data to central teams; and developing data analysis presentations for the region. The Strategic Information Officer’s responsibilities include electronic data entry and cleaning of the paper forms from field activities, as well as follow-up with health facility registries for referral and linkage tracing and verification, and supportive supervision to outreach workers on Strategic Information issues. S/he will work closely with the other members of the program and Strategic information teams.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure timely and complete data entry from paper-based sources to electronic sources
• Review completed paper-based tools and compare electronic data entries with source documents on a regular basis to verify accuracy of data and make corrections as needed
• Track referral forms and conduct verification with registers and databases at facilities to verify completed referrals and linkage outcomes
• Lead generation of queries and ensure completion of data cleaning activities
• Fix any errors and problems observed in the database, and report any hardware/software malfunctions to central team as needed
• Lead in training new outreach workers on data collection tools, including referrals, reporting and database
• Develop all monthly, quarterly, and other reports on all indicators for submission and review to central team
• Develop data analysis presentations and progress tracking at regional level
• Ensure all team members maintain security of data tools at all times, including protecting the confidentiality of records and data.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

• Required Education: Degree or Advanced Diploma in data management, computer science, monitoring & evaluation, statistics, or related field;
• Required Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience with electronic data entry and cleaning with HIV/AIDS programs including at least one-year experience supervising other staff.
• Preferred experience with a programming language and database design and development
• Demonstrated familiarity with MOHCDGEC/PEPFAR data systems including DHIS and DATIM
• Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills in English and Kiswahili
• Excellent computer skills, at minimum with Microsoft Office package including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding clients’ health status and sensitive information contained in data sources.
• Flexibility to work after normal working hours and weekends at informal gatherings and entertainment centers and travel extensively to remote areas, including islands.
• Ability to interact well with all targeted groups and peer outreach workers by facilitating a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, and non-stigmatizing environment in the program, to welcome all key and vulnerable population beneficiaries regardless of their background.