Position Description:
Location:Mbeya Region, Tanzania
Report To:Monitoring and Evaluation Director
The SI associates will strength the established data flow and patients management monitoring system in place through strength data documentation with focusing efforts on data credibility and data use activities, including provide on site supportive supervision on data collection, data recording and data reporting processes in collaboration with Council Health Management Team as part of capacity building at district and facility level to ensure health facility staff are skilled in comprehensive data management aspect.
Deliverables
Through district approach with concentration on facility setup centered intervention the SI Associate,PMTCT Program will perform the following activities:
Supervising PMTCT services at facility in the preparation of monthly technical reports including monitoring and evaluation activities
Coordinate collection of accurate data collecting, preparing, analyzing and discussing PMTCT monthly reports from the facility setup on monthly basis on all required PMTCT option B+ indicators
Distribute and orient ANC and RCH staff on data management tools in place for PMTCT option B+
Develop and improve the system of data collection ,documentation, recording and reporting and ensure tools for data management are in place and being used effectively [PMTCT Tools (ANC,L&D,MCH),Counseling and Testing Tools, HMIS (MTUHA 2,MTUHA 6)] Conduct data quality assessments and supportive supervision include provide feedback on data quality issues at district level Responsible to ensure that Mother and Child follow- up, ART and HMIS reports are accurate and are compiled and submitted to DMO office through the District Reproductive and Child Health Coordinator (DRCHCo)
Prepare and monitor implementation of district monthly and quarterly ART/Option B plus/EID work plans in the health facilities
Review, monitor and measure the implementation of PMTCT services against targets and submit periodic reports to key stakeholders in line with WRP/HJFMRI PMTCT program objectives
Capacitate PMTCT data management team at facility level on data processing and report generation through supervision of data entry, data analysis, dissemination and reporting.
Specific Duties for Supporting Medical partners
With the M& E team, plan for and conduct monitoring activities and ensure accurate and timely reporting submission in particular:
Compile, analyze, and present data for the reporting of HIV/AIDS program progress, impact and quality assurance.
With the DRCHCo and facility staff, capture lessons learned and best practices, document and disseminate information, assist the facility with developing presentations, abstracts, articles and SOP etc.
Specific Duties for Support of Outreach partners
Ensure standard data collection tools and reporting tools are used by all outreach partners in the district level.
Train and build capacity of staff from outreach partners to monitor and evaluate M&E activities to inform future program planning. Organize and conduct periodic meetings with agencies, partners and stakeholders to discuss achievements, challenges and lessons learnt
Required Experience:
Possess demonstrated skills in quantitative data analysis and data management as well as demonstrated analytical skills and experience in identifying and evaluating best practices and state-of-the-art approaches to be utilized by the project
Proficiency in statistical databases (e.g. SPSS, EPl-lnfo,EPIDATA,STATA) as well as strong skills in Excel, Word, Access and Power Point
Knowledgeable in Monitoring and Evaluation, HMIS and quality assurance methods and approaches (includes quantitative, qualitative and participatory);
Have a good grasp of the determinants, challenges and impact of the HIV and AIDS pandemic in Tanzania and the growing demand for effective response planning, monitoring and evaluation frameworks
Qualifications and experience:
Bachelor degree preferably in Public Health, Information Technology , Data Management, Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Statistics.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili with proven ability to document and articulate results.
Minimum of 2 years in the field of Monitoring and evaluation focused on supporting HIV/AIDS /PEPFARactivities
Knowledge of USAID and PEPFAR policies and guidance. Ability to work effectively under pressure and has a good understanding of the health systems.
Application Instructions:
Walter Reed Program is seeking qualified candidate to fill the position below. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya . NOTE: to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Deadline for submission of the application is Friday December 27th, 2013. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications .
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