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We are currently seeking qualified candidate to fill in a Senior Technical Officer, Strategic Information (STO-SI) position in Dar es salaam for it EpiC Project in Tanzania.

Job Description : The STO-SI will provide technical support to EpiC Tanzania staff and counterparts within civil society organizations (CSOs) and local government to improve strategic information (SI) systems, including database management, and enhancing systems for data visualization, analysis, and use. STO-SI will support the SI Advisor in the implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities within the EpiC-supported regions. Working with EpiC staff, CSOs, and GoT counterparts to ensure that M&E activities are appropriate and meet USAID and EpiC requirements. The candidate will support data analysis; interpretation of findings provides information for decision-making.

Specific duties include:

• Providing technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of the M&E components and activities.
• Working with implementing partners to provide support and guidance on project M&E activities, ensuring alignment with USAID and GoT reporting requirements.
• Conducting monitoring visits, data quality assessments (DQAs), sharing DQA findings with teams, and monitoring implementation of action items from DQA findings.
• Assisting in compiling, consolidating, and submitting PEPFAR Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual Reports (including narratives).
• Supporting the update and use of Databases used by the program to either capture and store data, for reporting or for tracing outcomes of clients referred for treatment (DHIS2, DATIM, InfoLink, CTC2 database, CTC3 Macro database, Unified Community System, Monthly Portal, Jicheki ORA, DAMES, etc.).
• Adopting software or tools for data triangulation and harmonization across different sources.
• Troubleshooting data submission errors and data error issues.
• Strengthening the use of a project-based DHIS2 system by mentoring CSOs, Regional teams, and other project staff to improve data access, entry, data analytics, and use.
• Reviewing data in DATIM generate the DRT Tool.
• Overseeing implementation of Going Online (ORA) activities to all EpiC-supported regions.
• Propose strategies to increase data use and demand amongst Project, Partners, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain dashboards to visualize project performance data, including targets vs actuals, deviations, and trends.
• Developing Project targets and distribute them to the regional team for monthly tracking.
• Documenting lessons learned and best practices in M&E, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

  Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Statistics, M&E, and Health Informatics with good programming skills. Master’s degree, in Public Health, Epidemiology, Data Management, Health Monitoring, Computer Science, Project management, or Public Health Informatics will be of added advantage.
  • More than 7 years of working experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS for both care and treatment as well as community interventions.
  • Experience in programs serving KVP, DREAMS, OVC, and Adolescents and Youth (ABYM/AGYW).
  • Experienced in evaluating Public Health 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 Skills in Collaborative Learning and Adaptation (CLA)
  • Experience developing interactive dashboards using Power BI and Tableau
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and database management systems (SQL Server, Access, etc.).
  • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and sound understanding of the needs of Key and Vulnerable Populations (KVPs).
  • The candidate should work well with others and understand people from different backgrounds. They need to be open to feedback and manage changes. Being independent, yet a good team player is key. He/she should act ethically, and respect confidentiality.
  • Knowledge of GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) is a plus.
  • Experience in technical capacity building of Tanzanian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs), especially those working with KVP.
  • Previous experience working with CDC, DoD, USAID, or PEPFAR-supported programs.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, while meeting deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, international organizations, and local partners.
  • High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication.

    How to Apply:

    FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may apply online through www.fhi360.org/careers . FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Closing Date: 29 November 2024

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