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TA Polio Data Manager Job Vacancy at the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) - For 70 years, UNICEF has
been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to
promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's
largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF
supports child health and
nutrition, good water and sanitation,
quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of
children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded
entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses,
foundations and governments.
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about
making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading
children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: TA Polio Data Manager, P-4 (364 days)
Job Number: 503495
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Work Type: Temporary Appointment
Purpose of the Position
- Under the supervision of the Chief of C4D and Polio, the
incumbent is responsible for leading and coordinating the formulation,
planning, design, and implementation of the monitoring, evaluation and
research plan of the polio communication programme and providing
leadership within the Polio Emergency Operations Centre Situation
Analysis Group.
- The Data Manager will work closely with the Emergency Operations
Centre Communication Group and Situation Analysis Working Groups,
UNICEF C4D/Polio Section and Immunization Teams to strengthen areas
related to immunization and social data utilization and application with
the aim to eradicate polio in Nigeria and strengthen routine
immunization.
Key Expected Results
- Leadership in the preparation of the Polio Communication
situation analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating
information, and writing chapters of the analysis. Maintains data bank
of social indicators which are relevant to the polio communication
programme.
- Coordinates the preparation of the polio data compilation,
monitoring, evaluation and research plan. Responsible for leading the
integration of polio activities within the Country Programme
Recommendation (CPR) and all related documents.
- Manages databases, well-designed data collection methodologies
and research protocol for polio program (Sentinel Site Survey, rapid
assessments, KAP (Knowledge, Attitude and Practice), polling, etc.).
Participates in the development and introduction of new approaches and
methods in project monitoring and evaluation and data analysis. Serves
as a focal point for the introduction of the new M&E Software,
including Evaluation Study Summary Sheet and Programme Review Sheet.
Organizes and conducts necessary training in this regard.
- Under the direction of the Chief of Communication for
Development (C4D)/Polio, support the development of presentations and
analysis of data sets for the Communication component of the Emergency
Relief Coordinator (ERC) and Independent Monitoring Board reviews.
- Analyzes and evaluates data to ensure achievement of objectives
and recommends corrective action, when necessary, to meet
programme/project objectives. Provides technical advice to programme
staff, Emergency Operation Centre Situation Analysis Working Group,
government officials and other counterparts and coordinates and manages
the data-related and evaluative elements of polio communication
programme milestone meetings, Expert Review Committee meetings, grant
reviews, mid-term reviews, strategy meetings, previews and reviews and
annual reviews.
- Leads the preparation of the monitoring and evaluation documents
within the polio communication section. In close collaboration with the
Communications specialist (polio communication) identifies and
disseminates relevant statistical information/results of the polio
communication Situation Analysis to international, national, zonal,
state and local levels.
- Participates in the development of the polio data collection
work plan and ensures compliance to specific assigned objectives.
Provides guidance and support to staff.
- Enhance data collection and analysis for sentinel sites in
communities identified in high risk areas where communication activities
can be more closely monitored and then from which data can be gathered
over the course of several In-Patient Department (IPDs). The data will
be analyzed and correlated with communication interventions to
demonstrate trends in immunization that can be linked to the social
activities.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Education:
- Advanced university Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics ,
Demography or Public Health along with real time experience in
communication/social data management with emphasis in research/data
collection methodologies, data analysis, monitoring and evaluation.
Knowledge of GIS software, e.g. Health Mapper, Action for the Rights of
Children (ARC) View, Expanded Information on Immunization (EPI-Info),
new technology platforms for data collection and analysis; and
interactive digital media.
- First university degree with additional two-years of relevant
work experience is acceptable in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work Experience:
- Eight years of progressively responsible relevant work
experience in the development, planning and management of research
functions in social/international development programmes, with practical
experience in managing data collection, analysis and dissemination
processes to specific programmes.
Language:
- Fluency in English required. Fluency in a second UN language or a local working language of the duty station would be an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Core Values:
- Commitment
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity
Core Competencies:
- Communication [ III ]
- Working with People [ II ]
- Drive for Results [ II ]
Functional Competencies:
- Leading and Supervising [I]
- Formulating Strategies and Concepts [II]
- Relating and Networking [II]
- Persuading and Influencing [II]
- Applying Technical Expertise [II]
- Entrepreneurial Thinking [II]
Remarks:
- The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply
Application Deadline: 3rd April, 2017.