National Strategic Information Evaluation Assistant

Title

National Strategic Information Evaluation Assistant

Location

Harare

Type of Contract

Fixed Term Contract

Deadline

04/10/2021 (Expired)

About

Zimbabwe Health Interventions (ZHI) is a not-for-profit human development organisation which is registered as a Trust under the Zimbabwe Deeds Registries Act (Chapter 20:05). ZHI’s mission is to develop and deliver innovative and sustainable high impact integrated health interventions with local communities while working with and strengthening existing institutions. Zimbabwe Heath Interventions (ZHI) is seeking applications for a National SIE Assistant for an anticipated USAID/PEPFAR supported five-year Care and Treatment project in Zimbabwe. The focus of the project will be to increase the availability and quality of comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment services through support to the health sector and community-based interventions, with a focus on ensuring all HIV positive individuals know their HIV status, are on treatment and are virally suppressed and those at risk of contracting HIV access high impact prevention services including prevention of mother-to-child transmission, pre-exposure prophylaxis and post violence care. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project

Basic Function

The National Strategic Information Evaluation Assistant is responsible for support the implementation monitoring and evaluation systems for the HIV Care and Treatment Program through supporting the Senior Strategic Information Evaluation (SIE) Officer. The National SIE Assistant directly reports to the Senior National SIE officer.

Job Description

Support the Senior SIE Officer in M&E and data management processes at national level. Ensure that provincial teams adhere to ZHI M&E Quality Management System (Standard Operating Procedures, Process Flowcharts, Forms), data flow (processes and procedures for data flow, collecting forms), and use of the M&E databases. Support in the implementation of all QA/QI processes within the care and treatment project. Support the data management, analysis and quality management-related initiative undertaken by M&E officers at district level. Provide guidance in the development and/or adaptation of M&E tools, in the monitoring of their day-to-day use, and in their modification. Ensure all relevant project staff are able to utilize the project database to analyze program information and results. Consolidate weekly project performance and providing feedback to the district teams with the guidance of the Senior SIE Officer. Assist in the collation of high frequency report and data cleaning using data analytics tools such as Microsoft R. Assist in ensuring completeness of the real time databases including longitudinal databases and daily reports from high volume sites. Assist with backup and recovery of all databases and their management. Take appropriate measures to ensure the security of the data from the districts. Review data being collected in order to locate and fix problems with data entry or integrity. Assist in developing and ensuring adherence to policies so that security and confidentiality of ZHI’s identifiable health data is upheld. Monitor staff compliance with confidentiality policies to assure that security standards are met. Assist the Collaboration, Learning and Adaptation team in data collection, cleaning analysis of deep dives survey and other research outputs. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

Demonstrate knowledge of management information systems such as ePMS, DHIS2 and DATIM, Proficiency in the development of indicators, analysis of data, and interpretation of results in an illustrative and meaningful manner, Solid knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Access, with a working knowledge of other Microsoft Office package. The ability to interact with all levels of the organization and MOHCC structures with diplomacy, tact, and professionalism.

Qualifications and experience

A degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Demography, Epidemiology, or any other related field. At least 1 year of experience in monitoring and evaluation of HIV activities. Strong working knowledge of public health programs with prior experience in managing or closely working with public health program at national level. Ability to identify relevant M&E processes, including reporting and target setting.

Application Procedures

Step 1: click here to complete the job application form.
Step 2: Submit your CV and application letter via email to recruitment@zhi.org.zw clearly indicating the position you are applying for on the subject of the email.

Statement

During the application process, ZHI will not charge any fee nor will it require any payment for an application to be considered. ZHI is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, citizenship, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical handicap or financial ability.