Consultant (Data Entry and Validation) at the Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant for Data Entry and Validation on the GF NAHI grant in Taraba State

Location: OSS, Taraba, Nigeria
Duration:  90 Days with Possibility of extension
Commencement Date: 15th  April, 2022
Proposed Dates: Between April – June 2022 (excluding Public Holidays)
Supervisor: STO/STL – KP
Job Category: Consultants, EOI
Required services: Consultancy for Data Entry and Data Validation

Background

• FHI 360 will provide both facility-based and community-based comprehensive HIV services to KP through integrated community-based one stop shop clinics (OSS) The OSS clinic model is a type of community-based differentiated ART service delivery model for KP. This service model is aimed at sustainability and ownership of KP care through provision of ART services to KP in a non-judgmental setting.
• The OSS has full continuum of staff (Front Desk Officer, clinical officer, Pharmacist, Triage Nurse, Laboratory Scientist, Psychologist and Adherence counsellor, case managers, janitor, and security personnel).
• The consultancy opening is for the engagement of a Data Entry Clerk for the purpose of data entry and validation as well as real time reporting of data elements.

Data Clerk
Specific Deliverables are:

• Design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting at the OSS.
• Ensure rigor and quality in data collection.
• Responsible for data collation, processing and reporting of monthly summary forms from the One Stop Shop (OSS).
• Carry out data verification exercises at various service points.
• Participate in program review meetings.
• Conduct routine Data Quality Assurance exercise at the OSS.
• Participate in project baseline, midterm and end of project evaluation and special data requests.
• Maintain an inventory of data collection tools in the facility.
• Conversant in GF indicators reporting on HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment
• Carry out other activities assigned.

Requirements
Education and/or Experience

• First Degree in Social Science, Public Health, or another relevant discipline.
• At least 1 years M&E experience in the health sector, experience working on HIV treatment program or sexual and reproductive is an advantage.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or competency required.
• Demonstrate computer literacy in MS-Office- Excel, Power Point and Word.

Preferred Skills:

• A good understanding of HIV Prevention Care and Treatment
• A good understanding of LAMIS database
• Proficiency in MS- office MS-Excel, Word, Power Point
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

Other Competencies:

• Time Management - Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time and complete projects in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varied writing styles to meet need; Presents numerical data effectively.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Cultural Sensitivity – Respects cultural environment in which person is working and does not act in a manner that is outwardly offensive to the local community.
• Non-discriminatory- Do not discriminate persons based on sexual orientation or gender identity, age, preferred jobs, or behavioral habits.

Language Skills:

• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Knowledge of Local Language preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in public speaking.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified institutions should send in their Resume and Application to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Members of Key populations are strongly advised to apply.