Data Optimization Assistant at an Indigenous Non-profit and Non-governmental Organization

We are an indigenous non-profit and non-governmental organization with Head Office in Abuja and field offices in several locations across Nigeria.  We are in the business of saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for people living with; and affected by HIV. It is an organization built on strong core values, we believe strongly in commitment, innovation, inspiring leadership, and partnerships.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Optimization Assistant

Location: Lagos
Grant duration: Subject to availability of funds and exceptional grant performance.

Do You Have What It Takes To Join Us?

• We are in search of innovative, creative, and self-motivated talents with outstanding skills and proven track records in the advertised position.
• A reliable individual who is committed, audacious, accountable, and passionate (females and HIV community members are strongly encouraged to apply) with strong core values to work with our highly experienced team at our Head and state offices in the following capacities.
• A reliable executor who is flexible and can hit the ground running in aiding the organization achieve its goals as it aligns with saving lives, making life more meaningful and productive for all Nigerians and especially for the most vulnerable. If this typifies you, kindly read on:

Job Summary

• We are in search of an innovative, creative, self-motivated and dynamic Data Optimization Assistant who will collaborate technically with Lagos State to implement an expanded scope of the Group ANC approach.
• The incumbent will assist with providing technical assistance to Lagos State to scale up the GANC model of ANC service delivery to additional health facilities, with the goal of strengthening PHC systems, improving RMNCAH service delivery and uptake of the prioritized Maternal & Neonatal Health (MNH) innovations along the RMNCAH continuum of care layering on the G- ANC/PNC model to reduce maternal mortality. The project will be implemented in 67 Primary Health Care facilities across the 20 LGAs of Lagos.

Specific duties & responsibilities
The Data Optimization Assistant (DOA) will work in the Lagos GANC implementation sites and will perform the following data management functions;

• Ensure that all ANC services in the assigned health facilities are routinely documented in the appropriate NHMIS tools/registers by designated facility staff.
• Mentor facility staff on proper data documentation and reporting in all RMNCH-related NHMIS tools and supplementary tools.
• Support high quality data recording and reporting with spot-checking to monitor for gaps in data quality
• Collate weekly site reports and routinely verify reports generated against source documents and report challenges to the supervising officer where necessary
• Support facility records staff and ANC service providers in monthly data collation and validation meetings and support them to use their data for informed decision making.
• Support health facilities to collate and enter data into the project monthly summary form (MSF) monthly.
• Participate in weekly and monthly data review meetings to provide implementation updates on project activities across assigned PHCs under his/her purview.
• Ensure that there is no stock out of data documentation and reporting tools by liaising with relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Address any other data issues as they present on the field and escalate to the M&E Lead as appropriate.
• Support quarterly DQA sessions and implementation of data quality improvement (DQI) plans based on DQA reports at the assigned facilities

Key Performance Indicators:

• Data Completeness: Complete and up-to-date documentation of program data on service delivery registers and reporting and recording tools,
• Data Accuracy: Accurate data documentation into all service delivery tools; registers, forms and reporting.
• Data Timeliness: Timely data reporting and submission of MSF to the DHIS and M&E lead.

Qualifications and Experience

• Should possess at least a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree or higher would be an added advantage.
• 2 - 3 years previous experience in data collection, research, or fieldwork activities preferred.
• Strong understanding of NHMIS data tools and reporting processes
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with data collection tools or software
• Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Applications – MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English as well as presentation skills.
• Be resident in LGA of concern in Lagos State and possess good knowledge of the terrain.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while working in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated diligence and commitment in delivery of assigned deliverable (Added advantage).

Application Closing Date
23rd July, 2024.