Data Officer at The West African Centre for Public Health and Development (WACPHD)

Job Purpose / Job Objective

• The Data Officer is responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, and security of program data, as well as providing data management, analysis, and reporting support for the organization's public health initiatives.
• They will collaborate with program teams to identify data needs and generate insights and visualizations.

Roles And Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive data management systems and protocols to ensure the collection, storage, and retrieval of high-quality program data
• Perform rigorous data cleaning, validation, and quality assurance to maintain the integrity and reliability of program data
• Collaborate closely with program teams to identify data needs and design appropriate data collection and reporting approaches
• Generate regular reports, dashboards, and other data visualizations to communicate program performance and progress to diverse stakeholders (e.g. program managers, donors, and government officials)
• Ensure the security and confidentiality of program data through the implementation of robust data protection measures
• Contribute to the development of research protocols, grant proposals, and other technical documentation

Qualifications and Experience
Essential Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Data Management, Information Systems, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in data management, reporting, and analysis, with a strong focus on public health or development programs
• Proficiency in advanced data management software (e.g. Excel, SQL, Tableau) and data visualization tools
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address data quality issues
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Familiarity with data standards, data governance frameworks, and ethical considerations around data use
• Experience working in a multicultural, international environment is highly desirable