WHO Recruitment August 2024 – Data Manager
Individual Consultant: Data Manager for The Big Catch-Up Routine Vaccination Data Management – (2406764)
Grade: No grade
Contractual Arrangement: External consultant
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 MONTHS
Job Posting: Aug 26, 2024, 6:03:50 PM
Closing Date: Sep 10, 2024, 12:59:00 AM
Primary Location: Tanzania, United Republic of-Dodoma
Organization: AF_TZA Tanzania
Schedule: Full-time
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1. Background
Please briefly describe why the work is needed and the context.
WHO supported the Ministry of Health (MoH) in the development of a catch-up plan and implementation of Vaccine-Preventable diseases activities. These include routine immunization, supplementary immunization campaigns, and surveillance.
Due to the increased demand for human resources to support the government, WHO has received funds from Gavi to recruit a data manager to support MoH in the implementation of catch-up vaccination activities. This is among the multiple positions requested by WHO AFRO for support as per the detailed ToRs attached. The consultant will provide guidance on data systems to be set up in the country to collect, analyse, and use data for the Big Catch Up (BCU) Initiative, integrated with the routine immunization data system and IA2030 monitoring indicators.
Under the direct supervision of the WHO IVD Focal Person and overall supervision of the WHO Representative (WR), the incumbent will provide technical support to the Ministry of Health, Immunization and Vaccine Development program for data management specifically related to BigCatch up vaccination activities.
2. Deliverables
Outline clear tasks and deliverables, to be carried out in the framework of the background described above. These need to be time-bound and specific.
- • Set up a system for monitoring the implementation of BCU at the regional and district levels.
- • Perform analysis of BCU data and design dashboards aiming at visualizing country progress in the implementation of BCU.
- • Develop quarterly reports on the status of the implementation of BCU in the country including sub-national level.
- • Prepare at least one manuscript related to the implementation of BCU in the country for a peer-reviewed journal.
- • Develop a comprehensive chronogram for the implementation of immunization data improvement activities.
3. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages:
Identify the educational qualifications and expertise needed for the terms of reference outlined above.
Educational Qualifications:
Essential: Master’s degree in health information systems, health statistics, epidemiology, or other relevant field.
November 2021
Desirable:• Experience working with a national VPD program or experience working with WHO or other UN Organizations is an asset.
Experience:
Essential: At least five (5) years of experience in data management and analytics or infectious disease epidemiology/surveillance.
Desirable: Health Informatics, Computer Science, Biostatistics, Data Management, Data Science, or related fields.
Skills/Knowledge: SQL, Access, Epi info, Excel, ArcGIS/ R and other database & mapping software, PowerBI, or other BI tools. Languages and levels required: Excellent knowledge of English is required. An additional Swahili language would be an asset.
4. Technical Supervision: Indicate the name and title of the supervisor with an email address. The consultant will be under the direct supervision of the WHO IVD Focal Person
5. Location: Please specify where the consultant will work: The consultant will be stationed at MoH/IVD offices in Dodoma
6. Travel – If travel is involved, full medical clearance is required
The consultant will travel as per the work arrangement.
7. Remuneration and budget (travel costs excluded)
Rate [daily or monthly or for language and publishing services by word count or number of pages]:
A monthly rate is based on NO-B/ICS9 | Currency: TZS
Work schedule (if applicable): The duration of the assignment will be for 12 months. Please refer to Information Note 09/2021 for guidance on rates for consultants.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
