New Job Vacancies at FHI 360 Tanzania, Regional Strategic Information (SI) Officer – Iringa
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Overview
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to
improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions. Our staff include 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….
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position below….
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Regional Strategic Information (SI) Officer – Iringa
Position: Regional Strategic Information (SI) Officer
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to
improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven
solutions. Our staff include 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 Regional Strategic Information (SI) Officer –
Iringa for its EpiC project in Tanzania.
The Meeting Targets and
Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a 5 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), dedicated to
achieving and maintaining HIV epidemic control. The project provides
strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery 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. In Tanzania, EpiC will be implementing an HIV
service delivery project among key and priority populations, adolescent
girls and young women; and orphans and vulnerable children which aims to
reduce HIV infections in pursuit of reaching 95-95-95 goals. To
achieve this goal, the program will support targeted prevention and case
finding strategies at community level amongst the targeted populations.
Job Description
The
Regional SI Officer is responsible for implementation of monitoring and
evaluation (M&E) activities within the assigned region(s). Working
with EpiC staff in the regional office, local community-based
implementing partners and GoT counterparts at regional level to ensure
that M&E activities are appropriate and meet USAID and FHI360/EpiC
requirements
Main Function/Responsibilities
- Provide
direct technical assistance and capacity building in the design and
implementation of the M&E activities in the communities served
within the region. - Work with local community-based implementing
partners and KVP groups, health service providers and GoT counterparts
to provide support and guidance on project M&E activities,
especially data collection, management and analysis for use in
decision-making and course correction. - Conduct routine
monitoring visits to project sites, conduct data quality verifications
and data triangulation using official tools. - Ensure that the
quality of activities adheres to EpiC and PEPFAR standards by supporting
the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure
quality - Manage project databases (DHIS2, DATIM, Infolink, IPRS,
CTC2 database, CTC3 Macro database etc.) to store, manage and analyze
project data. - Compile, consolidate and submit PEPFAR/USAID Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual and Annual Reports to Senior SI Advisor.
- Develop systems for data quality assessments, review, control and verification within the region and at partner level.
- Propose strategies to increase data use and demand amongst Project, Partners and other stakeholders.
- Review
and analyze weekly/monthly/quarterly reports to identify the causes of
potential bottlenecks in project implementation and to enhance quality
of reporting and communication. - Orient and distribute data collection and reporting tools to CSOs and KVP friendly Facilities.
- Share or distribute project targets to the regional team for monthly tracking or monitoring.
- Document lessons learned and best practices in M&E, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
- On
a monthly basis, analyze regional-level data and provide approved
reports to EpiC regional and HQ offices and other relevant parties. - Build
capacity of local partners in project M&E, especially data
collection, management and analysis for use in decision-making and
course correction
NEW TANZANIAN JOBS, INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES 2021 (1,421 POSTS)
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Health Informatics
with 5-7 years’ relevant experience particularly in M&E and good
programming skills; OR Master’s degree in Computer Science or Public
Health, Health Informatics, Data Management or M&E with 3-5 years
relevant experience. - A minimum of 4 years’ working experience at a similar position especially in implementing HIV and AIDS interventions
- Knowledge
of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity
with the national health information management system (HMIS) and
national protocols, guidelines and standards for HIV service provision
and M&E-Knowledge and experience in national-level M&E system
implementation. - Experience in programs serving Key and Vulnerable Populations (KVPs), Family Planning, DREAMS, OVC and AGYW.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and sound understanding of the needs of Key and Vulnerable Populations (KVPs).
- Experience
in technical capacity building of non-governmental organizations and
community-based organizations especially those working with KVPs. - Previous experience working with USAID or PEPFAR supported program.
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
- Strong
knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and database
management systems (SQL Server, Access etc.); Knowledge of SQL for
database development. - Considerable knowledge of data management policies and procedures
- Knowledgeable in software development technologies
- Initiative, creative and proactive mind in the implementation of new ideas
- Ability to resolve problems and find best solutions in data management.
- Ability to plan and prioritize own work.
- Ability to adapt to changes in technology.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated.
- Maintain high degree of confidentiality.
- Good team worker.
- High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication.
How to Apply:
FHI
360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may
apply online by uploading his/her Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae
(CV)/Resume, Photocopies of Certificates and Names and Addresses of
three (3) referees
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
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.
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