Study Co-ordinator (1 post), Data Manager (1 post), Midwife (1 post)

Applications are invited for the following project positions under WHO Multicountry Research – “Prevention of Postpartum Haemorrhage during Labour in Women Delivering Vaginally’ Study to be conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital Programme:-

 

Study Co-ordinator  

1 Post

 

Applicants must be holder of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent with a pass in English. 

Applicants must be a Kenya Registered Nurse Midwife or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or hold a Bachelor of Science in nursing degree. 

They must have 5 years working experience in a maternity unit preferably in labour ward. 

Applicants must be computer literate and have basic managerial skills as evidenced by a certificate. 

Applicants with experience in research, management and IT will have added advantage

Among other duties, the applicant will be required to:-

• Work closely with the CARBETOCIN Investigators and the Data Manager
• Work closely with the staff of labour ward in issues of :-

1. Training
2. Recruitment off and randomization of study participants
3. Data collection
4. Maintenance of registers of randomized clients

Midwife

1 Post

 

Applicants must be holder of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent with a pass in English. 

Applicants must be a Kenya Registered Nurse Midwife or Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse or hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Applicants must have at least two years working experience post qualification in a busy maternity wing.

Applicants with training and experience in research in IT will have added advantage

Among other duties, the applicant will be required to:-

• Work closely with the CARBETOCIN Investigators, Study Co-ordinator and the Data Manager
• Work closely with the staff of labour ward to :-

1. Recruit and randomize study participants
2. Collect Data
3. Maintain registers of randomized clients

Data Manager

1 Post

 

Applicants must be holder of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent with a pass in English. 

Applicants must be a Diploma or degree in IT and data entry. 

Applicants with training and experience in research will have added advantage

Among other duties, the applicant will be required to:-

• Undergo training for online data entry
• Work closely with the CARBETOCIN Investigators, Study Co-ordinator

1. Enter data online using the Open clinical System

• Perform administrative duties

Note:

 

1. Applicants should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and application letters.

2. Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments, and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. 

They should quote post reference code as shown for each post in the advertisement.

Apply To: 

The Principal, CHS.

P.O. Box 30197-00100 

Nairobi

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: January 16, 2016

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Senior Data Analyst (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya March 2014)

Title: Senior Data Analyst

Vacancy No: K25/03/14

(1 Position) MR 11

Reports to: Deputy/Branch Chief

Location: Kisumu

Essential Requirements

• Masters Degree in Mathematics, Statistics/Computer studies
• At least 5 years experience in a research organization
• Proficiency in English both written and oral.
• Problem solving ability
• Excellent knowledge in the following analysis packages (SAS, STATA, SPSS, R)

Desirable Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of at least one object oriented programming language (VB.Net, C++, Visual CE), longitudinal relational database management system and proficiency in standard office tools will be required.
• Excellent coordination, analytical and supervisory skills
• Familiarity with ODK and data collection using Smartphones
• Terms of Employment: 1(one) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service

Applications are due not later than 27th March 2014 to:

Human Resource Manager,

KEMRI/CDC Program,

P.O. Box 1578,

Kisumu.

Or email to recruitment@kemricdc.org

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Data Analyst (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya February 2014)

Title: Data Analyst

Department: AMEU

Direct Hierarchy: Capital AMEU Officer

Contract duration: Open Ended

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Salary range: Ksh.35,000 to 40,000

Starting Date: 01 March 2014

ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development) is a non- political and non-confessional international NGO founded in 1993 and headquartered in Paris, France. The organization’s vocation is to save lives, assist vulnerable populations and bring hope to those in need for a better future. ACTED is looking for professionally confident, self-motivated, experienced and committed team player to fill the position of a Data Analyst.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To support the set-up of all the databases required by ACTED teams, developing the related tools (database structures, surveyor informatics forms and data entry screens, workflow for database population and update)
• To provide data cleaning and data quality assurance
• To manage the databases and develop queries, specific export files and report
• To deal with routine problems arising in the course of data handling.
• Create operational data management and data analysis systems using SPSS, MS Excel and Access to enable effective monitoring and evaluation;
• Create data quality control protocols including training ACTED teams to continue to improve data quality;
• Establish data collection systems for projects to assist with the collection of project indicators and for project management and monitoring purposes (in-line with the Project Monitoring and Management Framework);
• Participate in the development of data collection tools to determine friendliness during data analysis
• Have a consolidated Monitoring tools of all projects and suggest for review if necessary
• Generation of basic trend analysis from indicators being tracked
• Training of enumerators,  AMEU officers and program staff on management of data and interpretation of results and findings;
• Submission of updated and accurate data on periodic basis for analysis by AMEU Officer
• Provide a trend of key indicators of projects per sector e.g WASH, Livelihood, Early Warning\ Work closely with the GIS Manager and GIS Officer to ensure an accurate and dynamic link between the GIS and AMEU, ensuring data collected can be spatially referenced.
• Any other duty that may be requested by your supervisor

Required Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, development studies, social sciences and other related field
• Minimum of 2 years experience in data management or in any IMS
• Good inter personnel skills
• Good communication and writing skills
• Very good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a complex environment, with short deadline
• A strong team player with ability to work with minimum supervision
• Computer literacy skills –Excel essential and SPSS mandatory

Application Procedure

Qualified persons with the required skills are invited to submit their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, three work related referees, contacts to kenya.jobs@acted.org and received on or before 5.00PM on 25TH February 2014.

Kindly note that due to the urgency of the position, CVs will be shortlisted on an ongoing basis.

ACTED reserves the right to hire prior to the application deadline. Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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M&E OFFICER – DATA ANALYST (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: M&E Officer – Data Analyst

Adeso, formerly known as Horn Relief, is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary 

M&E Officer – Data Analyst will report to M&E Director, REGAL – IR and will be responsible for all project level activities in relation to M&E data management and analysis. Working closely with project team, the position will support project monitoring and evaluation by providing leadership on database management and analysis systems. The role involves providing technical support on design of thematic survey forms, data processing tools, management of data entry and validation, developing data quality assurance protocols, management of project MIS and regularly tracking performance of the project with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.

Skills and Qualifications Essential:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in statistics, psychology, mathematics, business administration or computer science, with relevant work experience as a data analyst in development sector.

Minimum of 5 years of experience on project monitoring and evaluation with special emphasis on data management including data collection, analysis and storage.

Strong Excel, SPSS, Epi Survey skills and expertise in other data management statistical software. Experience in mobile data collection applications.

Outstanding quantitative research and analytical skills

Good knowledge of computer hardware and software, and readiness to learn about new software and coach others.

Qualification and/or hands-on experience with evaluation methods, including survey design and administration is essential.

Experience on working with large datasets and ability to develop info graphics for data representation.

Efficient writing skills are required as the position will frequently prepare data summaries for different levels of reporting.

Prior experience in training staff on the use of MIS and M&E database usage is required.

Desirable:

Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and to work in a diverse work environment with different people.

Experience on mobile technology use in M&E is preferred.

Evidence of strong team player and ability to work in field environment with limited facilities.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with partners involved in the project.

Demonstrated experience to work productively in ASALs environment.

How to apply: 

Each application should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager and include the following:

An updated CV.

An application letter which should include remuneration requirements and contact information for three work-related referees. Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer and women are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional. If you would like to join this dynamic team and be part of building resilience and economic growth in Africa, please submit your application to jobs [at] adesoafrica.org, quoting the position in the email subject matter, by 8th Nov 2013. M&E Officer – Data Analyst Jobs Kenya

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NUTRITION DATA ANALYST (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

TITLE: Nutrition Data Analyst

               

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: FAO/116/2013

Issued on: 02th Oct 2013              

Deadline for Application: 16^th, Oct 2013 

POSITION TITLE: Nutrition Data Analyst 

GRADE LEVEL: SC-8

CONTRACT TYPE: National Personnel Project     

DUTY STATION: Nairobi, Kenya with anticipated transfer to Somalia

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: FAO-Somalia

DURATION:        3 Months, with possible extension

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES:  SOMALI NATIONALS ONLY          

ANTICIPATED START DATE: Immediately

Under the overall supervision of the Officer in Charge (O.I.C.) FAO Somalia and of the Project Manager/ CTA and the direct supervision of the Nutrition Technical Manager,  the Nutrition Data Analyst will focus on the following areas and tasks:

The Nutrition Data Analyst will focus on the following areas and tasks;

•             Lead Analyst in conducting analysis and identifying associations between nutrition indicators and other indicators relating to public health, water and sanitation, care practices and food security.

o             Identification and completion of statistical tests for more complex analysis of nutrition indicators focusing on the contributing factors to malnutrition in Somalia the effect of livelihood, season and ethic groups and the trends over time.

o             Training and regular support to Nairobi and Field based nutrition staff in the application and running of this analysis after conducting a survey of needs of staff

•             Maintenance of developed database of historical nutrition data, ensuring the database and analysis is up to date as new surveys are completed, in collaboration with nutrition team.

•             In collaboration with the Data Analyst, link the nutrition database with the integrated database to allow for integrated analysis.

•             Review baseline nutrition information by livelihood for FSNAU for Somalia referring to the database of historical nutrition data identifying typical trends of acute malnutrition by livelihood over time.

•             Collaborate with the Food Security Baseline lead and Food Security Data Analyst to ensure an integrated analysis of all the baseline data by livelihood in Somalia referring to the Somali Integrated Spreadsheet.

•             Focal point for HIS software working in close collaboration with UNICEF

•             Contribute to developing, piloting, implementation and utilisation of the HIS software

•             Enhance linkage of nutrition data within food security analysis templates

•             Identify opportunities for linking market and nutrition data for better understanding of possible associations.

•             Represent the FSNAU nutrition team in interagency, information systems and statistics working groups for Somalia.

•             Contribute to production and dissemination of nutrition quality control  information through FSNAU’s publications

•             Coordinate the development of documents on nutrition information analysis processes in collaboration with the Nutrition Team

•             Participate in external training for partners on nutrition assessment analysis in collaboration with the Nutrition Team.

•             Contribute to the development and implementation of specific research initiatives related to nutrition and food security in Somalia.

•             Identify key statistical associations requiring further analysis and develop suitable proposals for  such studies – focus on development and analysis of feeding centre performance indicators

•             Preparation of presentations on the relevant analysis as requested by the Nutrition Technical Manager

•             Undertake other tasks related to the project as required.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Expected Outputs:          Required Completion Date:

1.            Advanced analysis of caseloads, CSI, WASH, morbidity, vaccination, and gender outcomes, among others

2.            Advanced analysis on the trends of morbidity and malnutrition and the underlying causes affecting food security

3.            Updated nutrition summary tables and metadata, and disseminated via emails, publications and website to users

4.            Implemented data validation procedures and plausibility checks

5.            Trained staff, Somali institutions and other stakeholders in statistical packages and SMART methodology              1.                Reviewed quarterly though PEMS

2.            Reviewed quarterly though PEMS

3.            Monthly and seasonally

4.            Seasonally

5.            Reviewed quarterly though PEMS

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Education:

•             Bachelors degree level in Nutrition, public health or epidemiology or related discipline (Masters degree an advantage)

Technical Competencies and Experience Requirements

•             Expert knowledge and experience on computer software and statistical applications such as EpiInfo, SPSS, Access.

•             Demonstrated experience in the integration of food security, public health and social care environment information in nutrition analysis.

•             Excellent writing and presentation skills

Work Experience:

•             A minimum of three years experience in emergency nutrition programmes with direct experience in nutrition information systems including conducting nutrition assessments according to international standards/ guidelines

•             Experience in complex analysis of nutrition data including identification of underlying causes, trends analysis and impact of seasonality.

Languages:

•             English & Somali

Selection Criteria

•             Experience in working in Somalia or equivalent insecure environments an advantage

•             Preference will be given to a Somali National

TO APPLY:

Send your application to:

Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/116/2013 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal Profile Form (PPF) available http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment-access/en/. E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org. Applications must be received by the deadline.  Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.

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DATA QUALITY ASSESSMENT TRAINER/ADVISOR

Company Profile: 

MSI is a Washington, D.C.-based international development firm providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Since its 1981 founding, MSI has grown in size and technical scope, now implementing and managing more than 70 projects worldwide. More than 30 are long-term, many in conflict-prone or fragile states that include Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Today, our range of technical expertise includes analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth, strategic planning, organizational capacity building, health and the justice sector. MSI focuses on helping our local partners foster progress, manage change and improve the effectiveness of development assistance. We expanded our global footprint in 2008 by becoming part of Coffey, a leading geoscience, international development and project management firm, and a publicly traded company on the Australian Stock Exchange. Alongside Coffey, MSI has corporate offices in 17 countries. Together, MSI and Coffey employ more than 1,400 professionals worldwide. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.

Project Summary:
MSI will design and conduct as many workshops and trainings as necessary to build the capacity of USAID/Kenya AORs, CORs, and Program Development Assistants in conducting high quality Data Quality Assessments (DQAs). MSI will also accompany recently trained Mission-led DQA teams in DQA activities. The main objective of the DQA exercise will be for USAID staff to develop a thorough understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the data they use and to take steps to improve data quality, where necessary. The resultant DQA will inform USAID/Kenya’s strategic programming decisions, the design of future performance monitoring plans, and completion of the FY 2013 Performance Plan Report.

Position Summary:
The DQA Advisor will work to develop the capacity of USAID staff so that they have a thorough understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the data they use and to take steps to improve data quality, where necessary. S/he will accompany DQA teams in an oversight, mentorship, and quality control role.

Responsibilities:
The DQA Advisor will train USAID staff to:

• Verify and validate performance to ensure that data is of reasonable quality based on the five data quality standards outlined in ADS 203.3.5.1.
• Review data collection, maintenance, and processing procedures for consistent and adequate application.
• Recommend how any identified data quality limitations can be addressed.
• Prepare indicator reference sheets per Agency guidance.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten years of relevant experience in monitoring donor programs; managing evaluations is a plus.
• Advanced degree, Masters or above, in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of seven years conducting DQAs or other data quality reviews, including experience conducting DQAs in the sectors of agriculture, business, environment, and health.
• Ability to work in a small team, under time constraints, working with a donor and wide range of implementing partners.
• General training experience is required; experience training USAID or implementing partner staff in conducting DQAs is a plus.
• Familiarity with USAID’s ADS Chapter 203 and TIPS #12: Data Quality Standards required.
• Experience working with USAID is a plus; experience conducting this type of work with other donor-funded projects is required.
• Experience in Kenya or East Africa is a plus.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

How to apply:

To apply: Please visit our website, www.msiworldwide.com or Click here to apply

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MONITORING & EVALUATION SPECIALIST

Education level: Bachelor

Study area: Biostatistics, Management

Location: Nairobi 

Job description 

• Responsible for leading the development and implementation of a plan to monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness, and disseminate results of the project activities and

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DATA CLERK- 2 POSITIONS

Feed The Children - Kenya is seeking to recruit the position of Data Entry Clerk for the Food &Nutrition / Health & Education Programs. This is a six months renewable contract. Based in Nairobi with field assignments, the incumbent will report to the Pillar Manager.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing / updating appropriate database templates for data entry, processing, analysis and reporting.
• Data organization, entry and storage.
• Provide documentation guidelines and IT support to staff in the program
• Document management for the Programs.
• Data sorting, verification and preparation of analysis reports.
• Operation of office equipment in data management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Statistics.
• Experience working in data collection / entry & analysis and management of project databases.
• Proficiency in Database Design and working with Data analysis software.
• Skilled in programming packages.
• Good interpersonal skills and be a team player
• Should be able to work with minimum supervision with self-drive and initiative.

If you meet the requirements of the above position, please send your application letter, detailed CV, phone and email contacts of three (3) references; to hr@feedthechildren.co.ke by 5th August 2013.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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KIRA - DATA OFFICER

Kenya Initial Rapid Assessment- Phase 2

Post Title: KIRA - DATA OFFICER

Duration: 6 Months

Closing Date: 29 July, 2013

Position Title: Kenya Initial Rapid Assessment-Data Officer

Location: Nairobi, with visits to the field

Duration: Minimum 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Start Date: August 1st 2013

Language: Fluent in English and Kiswahili

Kenya Initial Rapid Assessment Background

The objective of the Kenya Initial Rapid Assessment (KIRA) project is to design and implement a country-wide coordinated, multi-sector, multiagency approach to emergency assessments in Kenya, to provide appropriate and timely information to support decision making regarding the response to humanitarian needs.

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