Database
Manager at FHI 360 jobs.
Overview:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving
lives
in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff
includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic
Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research, and Technology; creating a
unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges.
FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries. Currently, we are seeking suitably
qualified candidates to fill in Data Base Manager- USAID Boresha Afya –
Southern Zone Position for USAID Boresha Afya Southern Zone Project.
The
purpose of the project is to support Government of Tanzania (GoT) efforts to
increase access to high quality, comprehensive and integrated health services,
especially for women and youth, with focus on HIV, TB, maternal, neonatal,
child and reproductive health and nutrition outcomes.
Position
Responsibilities
In
close collaboration with the program’s M&E team, responsible for a
leadership role in database design and data management, analysis and reporting
Producing
regular high-quality analysis products as needed by project staff and for
reporting
Designing
and developing database applications in response to program’s information needs
(e.g. DHIS2, SQL, MS Access, MS Excel, EMR)
Installing
developed applications, writing application manuals, and training/building
capacity of users
Automating
data transfer from DHIS2 to Project database (ProDMIS) and from ProDMIS to
PEPFAR database (DATIM) for program indicators
Developing
a web-based reporting system that can validate and clean collected data for
program indicators monthly
Automating
tables/ graphs with updated data as per pre-set requirements
Maintaining
the program’s databases including monitoring and optimizing databases designs,
contents, structure, and other management issues; performing backup and
recovery of databases; managing databases users; taking appropriate measures to
ensure the security of data; recommending hardware and software upgrades to the
databases server as needed
Coordinating
data management issues) within the data users group-Developing standardized
programming, data quality checks, and data documentation procedures;
Designing
and developing data analytics products to enhance project performance
monitoring and promoting data use
Developing
and ensuring adherence to policies for security and confidentiality of program’s
identifiable health data
Monitoring
staff compliance with confidentiality policies to assure that security
standards are met
Determining
and refining program’s GIS requirements
Designing
systems to automate and create special maps from GIS and health datasets; using
tools to combine GIS datasets and creating new information, investigating
patterns and analyzing spatial data; writing standard metadata for GIS data
resources; working on special GIS projects as assigned; developing custom data,
statistics, reports, presentations and other products in a team environment
Developing
web-based and mobile GIS applications, customizing desktop GIS software to
facilitate end user training and ease of use; training users and providing
support for desktop applications
Liaising
closely with ICT department MOHCDCEG, participating in task forces and TWGs and
sharing project lessons learned with Government and stakeholders
In
close collaboration with ICT department and m-Community of practice
develop/strengthen a DHIS2 data collection application for CTC2, PMTCT, TB, FP
and HIV-HBC with built-in data validation checks and offline mode capabilities,
for health care workers and data clerks at facilities, enabling them to quickly
populate and submit accurate health information based on the Mtuha registers
In
collaboration with regional teams, developing, implementing and monitoring
supportive supervision and Ql initiatives for improved data management.
Organizing
a system for mentoring where required -Remain informed of currently applicable
experiences by partners and relevant practices in other countries and published
literature; monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of activities;
Position
Requirements
MS/MA
in Computer Sciences or Biostatistics degree with 5-7 years experience in
systems development and Health Management Information System (HMIS); OR BS/BA
in similar field with 7-9 yrs experience in the related area
Working
knowledge of national HMIS, policies, and strategies- Demonstrated experience
leading database design using open source and proprietary relational databases
and MS Excel
Demonstrated
experience in implementation of open source health data management tools
including dhis2, openMRS, openEMR, OpenHIE and open SRP- Proficiency in
statistical analyses using SPSS, STATA, or SAS programming language
Demonstrated
experience in GIS mapping- Demonstrated experience in developing a system for
automated data transfer between DHIS2 and DATIM
Ability
to work well with others in teams and to develop and maintain team spirit among
project staff, sub-grantees, facility and community staff, as well as
consultants
Well-developed
written and oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Ability
to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal
supervision
Proficiency
in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability
to intervene with staff with diplomacy and firmness- Ability to travel to
implementation districts a minimum of 50%.
E:
Email: tz_recruitment@fhi360.org
FHI
360 has a competitive compensation package. For detailed information,
interested candidates may either submit their application Curriculum Vitae
(CV)/Resume, Photocopies of Certificates and Names and Addresses of three (3)
referees to Email: tz_recruitment@fhi360.org or visit FHI 360’s Career Center
at www.fhi360.org/careercenter to register online, and to submit CV/resume and
cover letter. FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Closing
Date: August 31, 2018
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