Key Performance Areas:

• Conduct comprehensive 100% data verification of all MSM & TGP programme data to ensure accuracy, validity, and completeness.
• Clean and validate raw data in line with IHPS data management standards and best practices.
• Perform routine data capturing and provide technical support 
• Ensure proper filing and secure storage of all source documents in accordance with the IHPS M&E Data Management SOP.
• Collaborate closely with programme teams to implement and strengthen systems that enhance data quality across all MSM & TGP interventions.
• Review and monitor data on identified monitoring system to identify missing information, inconsistencies, discrepancies, reporting errors and develop Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Provide timely feedback to programme teams on identified data quality issues and support them in implementing data QIP.
• Track and verify all linkage and referral outcomes, ensuring that supporting documentation is complete and accessible for audit or verification purposes.
• Provide onsite data management support to field teams including system navigation and troubleshooting under the guidance of the M&E Manager.
• Conduct basic data analysis and share recommendations aimed at strengthening data quality controls and reporting practices.
• Build the capacity of programme staff on data management, data quality requirements, and correct use of M&E tools and systems.
• Participate in relevant capacity-building sessions, team meetings, and training activities as required.
• Work closely with facility Data Capturers to support accurate community capturing of PrEP and ART data on TIER.Net and DHIS.
• Perform any other duties delegated by supervisors in support of high-quality MSM & TGP programme implementation and reporting.

Qualifications 

• Grade 12 Certificate or national diploma or advance certificate in M&E, information technology, public health, data management or statistics or other equivalent and related field.

Experience 

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position, Advanced computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook. 
• Intermediate personal computer skills, including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics.
• Experience in data management software will be an advantage
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced, high stress environment
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Process driven with the ability to perform duties in structured environment
• Ability to act with integrity and honesty in the performance of all functions 
• Results-oriented, professional, accountable, and proactive 
• Demonstrated ability to drive high quality data management. 
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license is essential.

Job requirements

• Occasional overnight travel (up to 20%) by land or air if required
• Advanced knowledge of HIV/AIDS and TB Management
• Willing to work overtime

Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Command of other official local languages (multilingual) would be an added advantage.
• Sound problem solving and decision-making skills
• Effective time management, organising and coordination skills.

Travel Requirements
Local travel is inherent to the position.