About the Role
The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Data Manager to support the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the National Stop Transmission of Polio (NSTOP) program. In this pivotal role based at the Zamfara Emergency Operations Center (EOC), you will oversee database development, ensure robust data quality, conduct timely analysis, and facilitate data-driven decision-making to strengthen public health systems across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all AFENET data management efforts within the state and EOC, serving as the primary data focal point.
- Design and maintain data collection instruments, databases, and reporting systems.
- Train and mentor state and LGA consultants as well as NSLOs on electronic data entry, collection, and best practices.
- Conduct regular data analysis to monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable feedback to stakeholders.
- Ensure seamless data harmonization between the agency, government partners, and key stakeholders.
- Generate comprehensive reports for donors, partners, the polio EOC, and the communication team.
- Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor, STL, NSTOP RI team, and AFENET Management.
- Master’s degree in Data Management, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Informatics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 to 3 years of professional experience in data management, public health surveillance, or monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, DHIS2, STATA, Python, RStudio, and advanced Excel.
- Experience in GIS map analysis (ArcGIS, QGIS) and Routine Immunization (RI) data at subnational levels.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-engagement skills with the ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on public health and disease eradication initiatives in Nigeria.
- Professional growth through collaboration with high-level international health partners and local agencies.