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| Posted 5 years ago |
Job Title: Technical Officer II
Job Location : United States of America
Time type : Full time
About The Company
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, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.
As we evolve to meet the challenges of the future, we stand committed to the principles that have guided our organization for the last 40+ years. Our work continues to be grounded in research and science, strengthened by partnerships and focused on building the capacity of individuals, communities and countries to succeed.
Project Description:
Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a five-year global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). EpiC is dedicated to achieving and maintaining HIV epidemic control and the project provides strategic technical assistance (TA) and direct service delivery (DSD) to break through barriers to 95-95-95 and promote self-reliant management of national HIV programs by improving HIV case-finding, prevention, and treatment programming. EpiC is dedicated to achieving and maintaining HIV epidemic control among at-risk adult men, women, priority populations and key populations and the project is led by FHI 360 with core partners Population Services International (PSI), Palladium Group, Right to Care, and Gobee Group.
Job Summary:
The TO II, under the supervision of the Informatics cluster lead, will provide health informatics support to country program and global health management information systems for routine and survey data. The main focus will be supporting and adapting existing SI systems to better meet the needs of country teams. This involves designing and developing health-related data entry and database applications; assisting with programming charts and other data display/visualization products and promoting easy access to these products; and enhancing the capacity to perform custom analyses within program teams.
Job Responsibilities:
Data collection:
- Supports development of data collection systems, including user requirements analysis and support configuration of program monitoring systems in DHIS2, with the support of the EpiC SI team.
- Adapts existing health informatics tools and data capture systems to project-specific data collection and data dissemination needs and to ensure accessibility and usability of systems for FHI 360 and implementing partner teams.
Data Visualization:
- Helps with programming data visualization products, including producing regular high-quality analysis products at global and country program level.
- Support the development and implementation of data quality control measures that will monitor accurate and complete capture of health program data.
Representation and Documentation:
- Contribute to development of concept notes, data reporting templates, tables, job aids, user guides and standard operating procedures.
- Represents FHI 360 and makes presentations at professional meetings and conferences related to health informatics issues.
- Documents best practices in health informatics and disseminates appropriately.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- Ensures appropriate and timely support to field programs.
- Knowledge of DHIS 2, Power BI, Tableau, MS Access/Excel, other relational database design and analysis.
- Solid knowledge of standards in public health-related Strategic Information (SI) or Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) working directly with health information systems, health-related datasets, application development and/or electronic capture systems in resource-limited countries
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of health, reproductive health or HIV/AIDS programming in developing countries.
Supervision Given/Received:
- Has no supervisory responsibility.
- Receives methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.
- May provide mentorship to other personnel.
- Typically reports to an Associate Director or Director.
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Economics, Education, Environment, Health, Human Development, Information Science, International Development, Social Sciences or Related Field.
Experience:
- Typically requires 5-8 years of managing data collection and technical assistance experience.
- Proficiency with database management software and online search tools required.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Eloquent and professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak proficient English.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to move 5-10 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail,
Travel Requirements:
- 10% – 25%
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.
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