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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
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.
Jhpiego is implementing a five-year Urban Health Activity in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Activity aims to strengthen urban health systems and improve equitable health outcomes among all urban dwellers by working with districts, municipalities, and the Kampala Capital City Authority to provide quality primary healthcare services. It also focuses on optimizing available resources and enhancing private sector capacity to ensure sustainable improvements in health outcomes and a more resilient urban healthcare system. The Activity will address poor quality of care, congestion in public health facilities, uncoordinated referral system, weak community and surveillance structures, limited private sector capacity, and gaps in enabling environment results in poor health outcomes. The project's key expected results include the following: improved access to and use of quality, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH), family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), nutrition, and malaria services and improved disease outbreak response.
Job Title
Monitoring & Evaluation Officer job at Jhpiego
Jhpiego
Job Description
Job ID 2024-6634
Location UG-Kampala
Category International Positions
Employment Status Full-Time
Purpose of Position
The Digital Health Officer will lead integration of digital solutions into the Urban Health Initiatives in Target Districts. This role is essential in bridging the gap between technology and healthcare in urban settings, ultimately contributing to improved access and quality of care for communities. S/he will be responsible for the implementation, management, and evaluation of digital health tools and technologies to strengthen healthcare delivery, enhance data collection, and facilitate community engagement.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Oversee the collection, validation, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data.
Conduct training sessions for the staff and partners on M&E tools, methodologies, and best practices.
Ensure the quality and security of the data which is being collected
Work closely with project teams to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop data collection tools.
Establish robust data quality assurance systems (i.e. Data verification tools, DQAs, etc.)
Identify data gap for analysis and inform the MER Manager about improvement needs in the Data Systems
Make technical inputs to improve and facilitate the delivery of sound technical assistance and data quality in M&E
Lead survey/assessment data analysis exercises and results dissemination at district level
Support staff in effective application/use of electronic record system
Perform program data analysis and Interact with program officers to advise on use of program data
Documenting lessons learnt to inform improvement of program intervention approaches
Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by supervisor.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, health informatics or related field.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in implementation of ICT solutions for health-related data in government, private or NGO sector
Familiarity in USAID and MOH Reporting Systems (i.e. DHIS2, and others)
M&E experience in the technical domains of RMNCAH, Nutrition, Malaria or Global Health Security. Experience in health systems strengthening is an added advantage.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Uganda health management information system and other national M&E systems
Strong computer skills including database management and MS Office packages
Ability to process and analyze data from computer-based health information applications and one or more of the following statistical software packages: SPSS, R, Epi-Info, Stata will be an added advantage.
Knowledge database development and management
Strong data analysis and presentation skills
Ability to prepare presentations for different audiences
Proficiency in both written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Be willing to take on extra responsibilities to achieve the goals/objectives set
Knowledge database development and management will be an added advantage
How to Apply
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2024. APPLICATION MAY CLOSE EARLIER AS WE ARE SHORTLISTING ON A ROLLING BASIS.
Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans
