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Job Profile:
The Strategic Information (SI) Lead will leverage data and information to drive strategic decision-making on the GC7 project, as well as optimize resources, and achieve the goals and objectives of the grant by harnessing the power of data and information effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
Data Management and Analysis:
- Data Collection and Quality: Oversee the collection of relevant data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards.
- Database Management: Develop and maintain robust databases to store and manage information efficiently.
- Data Analysis: Use analytical tools and methodologies to derive meaningful insights from data for strategic planning.
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
- Framework Development: Design M&E frameworks, indicators, and tools aligned with project or organizational objectives.
- Monitoring Progress: Oversee the continuous tracking of project performance, ensuring it aligns with goals and targets.
- Evaluation: Lead or contribute to evaluation activities to assess the impact and effectiveness of interventions.
Strategic Planning and Decision Support:
- Strategic Guidance: Provide data-driven insights to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
- Recommendations: Offer evidence-based recommendations derived from data analysis to optimize programmatic approaches.
Reporting and Communication:
- Reporting: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
- Communication: Communicate complex data insights in a clear, understandable manner to various audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
- Facilitate the setting up and deployment of daily/weekly Situation room meetings at the HQ and State level
Capacity Building and Collaboration:
- Capacity Development: Conduct training sessions to enhance the data literacy and analytical skills of team members.
- Collaboration: Work closely with different departments or teams to ensure data needs are met and utilized effectively.
Technological Integration and Innovation:
- Technology Utilization: Explore and implement technological solutions to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.
- Innovation: Stay updated on emerging trends and tools in data analysis and information management to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Compliance and Ethics:
- Ethical Standards: Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines in data collection, storage, and usage, especially in sensitive areas like health or social impact.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and donor reporting standards.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, social sciences, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing M&E systems, preferably in HIV/AIDS programs.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and data analysis software.
- Experience working with donors and knowledge of donor reporting requirements would be an advantage.
Skills and competencies:
Technical:
- Comprehensive understanding of HIV prevention strategies and treatment protocols
- Proficiency in analysing epidemiological data related to HIV prevalence, transmission patterns, and risk factors to inform targeted interventions.
- Strong networking and collaboration skills to establish and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Knowledge of health system dynamics and experience in integrating HIV programs within broader health frameworks, ensuring sustainability and effectiveness.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
Behavioural:
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Adaptability.
- Effective communication.
- Professionalism.
- Good time management
- Team work.
Special Consideration
Special consideration will be given to candidates who:
- has worked in a similar role.
- Possess strong project management skills to oversee SI initiatives, ensuring timelines, resources, and deliverables are met efficiently.
- have the capability to lead and guide a team, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making within the project and SFH as a whole.
- have a deep understanding of HIV/AIDS programs, familiarity with HIV epidemiology, treatment, prevention, and related policies.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.
- Adherence to the organization’s code of conduct and values