SSA -Data Manager - NOA (MVE )

Organizational Context

The World Health Organization (WHO) in the Democratic Republic of Congo, within the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) cluster, aims to strengthen national capacities for health emergencies and coordinate international response. This role supports the EPR cluster's mandate by managing data crucial for epidemic response operations.

Job Purpose

The Data Manager will be responsible for the comprehensive management, analysis, and quality assurance of data collected during cholera and other epidemic responses in the Tanganyika province and other relevant geographical areas. This role is critical for informing real-time response strategies, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting decision-making processes. The position contributes to strengthening the capacity of health zones and provincial health departments in data collection, processing, and analysis, aligning with established standard operating procedures and WHO's public health objectives.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include improving data management and real-time information flow for epidemic response, inventorying data collection tools, and training healthcare providers and staff on their correct usage. The role involves supporting the daily/weekly collection and maintenance of key databases (alerts, IDSR, case investigations, contact tracing), centralizing case-specific information for dashboard updates, and enhancing integrated systems through data cleaning and consistency checks. Additionally, the Data Manager will support the synthesis and analysis of epidemiological, geospatial, and other collected data, monitor attacks on the health system, and contribute to the production of situation reports and other necessary information products for communication and advocacy. Participation in relevant meetings and performing other related tasks as assigned are also expected.

Work Experience

Essential: At least two years of relevant experience in data and/or information management. Proficiency in data collection software (DHIS2 Tracker, Kobo/ODK, Google Forms) and Microsoft Office applications. Expertise in data analysis and visualization tools (MS Excel, R, Python, ArcGIS, Power BI, SPSS, STATA).

Skills

Proven knowledge of data management and monitoring systems for emergency interventions and relief operations. Demonstrated skills in data collection, evaluation, analysis, and monitoring within a public health context. Experience with electronic database systems, digital solutions, and mobile health applications. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and possess excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, good judgment, teamwork, and diplomacy. WHO core competencies include fostering integration and teamwork, respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences, communicating credibly and effectively, and establishing and promoting partnerships.

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