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Job Summary

Job Title:
Data Assistant
Employer:
Jhpiego
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Monitoring and Evaluation jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 11 July 2025

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About the Organisation

Data Assistant job at Jhpiego | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of women and families by providing transformative health care solutions and advancing innovative approaches to health systems strengthening. With a mission to prevent the needless deaths of women and children by improving health care delivery systems and ensuring access to quality care, Jhpiego has earned widespread recognition for its leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as its work in reproductive health and HIV/AIDS prevention. Known for its strong reputation in public health, the organization is valued for its evidence-based, sustainable, and culturally relevant solutions.

Jhpiego fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, diversity, and professional development, offering employees a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, a flexible work-life balance, and competitive benefits. Established in 1973 as part of Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has grown from a small technical assistance provider to a global health leader, operating in over 40 countries and delivering impactful programs in maternal health, family planning, and disease prevention.

The organization’s innovative approach blends research, technology, and local knowledge to create scalable, adaptable solutions that improve health outcomes in some of the world’s most challenging settings. Jhpiego's size and reach have made it a key partner to governments, international organizations, and local communities, making a difference through sustainable health interventions. Guided by its core values of excellence, innovation, and equity, Jhpiego continues to make a lasting impact on global health. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jhpiego invests in capacity building, health workforce development, and improving health access for underserved populations. For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.

Are you looking for M&E jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Data Assistant job at Jhpiego

Full Time

Deadline: 

11 Jul 2025

Job Title

Data Assistant job at Jhpiego

Jhpiego

Job Description

Job Title:  Data Assistant

Organisation: Jhpiego

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

The Data officer will perform tracking of all services delivery data and support data collection and or entry into the project and national DHIS2 system. The officer shall undertake data verification on a routine basis to ensure accuracy and consistency of the data submitted. The Data Assistant will be responsible for collecting, managing, organizing, storage, analysis and dissemination of data while ensuring the accuracy of data across various platforms in alignment with the organization goals and standards. The role requires attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and the ability to work with large datasets.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

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Deadline: 11th July 2025

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How to Apply

Data Collection and Management:

  • Design and implement data collection tools (Surveys, forms etc.).

  • Support data collection and entry into the data/information management systems, including databases, spreadsheets and other platforms.

  • Ensure data is appropriately organized, categorized, stored and easily accessible for project reporting.

Data Quality Assurance:

  • Monitor the accuracy, consistency and timeliness of data captured into the organizational databases for decision-making or reporting.

  • Ensure the quality, integrity, and confidentiality of all collected data.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Support in preparing data reports, summaries, and visualizations for program reporting.

  • Conduct basic analysis on datasets and generate findings for further evaluation.

  • Support on the development of dashboards and visuals for program performance monitoring.

Database Management:

  • Assist with the maintenance and updates to databases or data storage systems.

  • Ensure data is consistently updated and checked for errors or inconsistencies.

Collaboration and Support:

  • Work closely with other team members to ensure seamless integration of data across departments.

  • Support data-driven decision-making by providing timely and accurate data to relevant stakeholders.

  • Perform other data-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Data Assistant job at Jhpiego

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  • A bachelor’s degree in statistics, demography or related field. A post graduate diploma in a relevant field (M&E, Health Records, Project planning and Management coupled with relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a university degree).

  • At least three years, experience in data analysis preferably health related data

  • Experience working with MOH systems and personnel is an asset

  • Proven computer skills in a data analysis application such as SPSS, Excel or MS Access. Familiarity with DHIS 2 is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Attention to detail and accuracy in data management, analysis, and reporting;

  • Cooperative, competent, hardworking, flexible and dependable in a multi-cultural, open office situation;

  • Self-motivated and proactive with a positive attitude to work;

  • Effective communicator and team member, instilling trust and confidence;

  • Ability to organize and coordinate information and logistics for programs and activities.

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