Health Information System Specialist at FHI360 NGO

Technical Responsibilities:

• Support linkage of case-based surveillance data with laboratory results and roll out of Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response technical guidelines.
• Develop and monitor systems to integrate data collection, processing and reporting, visualization, and use of information for improving health service effectiveness and efficiency through better management at all levels.
• Provide technical support for data linkage and integration of partner supported digital solutions/electronic surveillance tools into the national DHIS 2 and with laboratory systems.
• Support implementation of event-based surveillance and hospital event-based surveillance and improve linkages with national and county emergency operations centers for investigations.
• Support the develop and/or revision of relevant protocols, SOPs, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials and reports pertaining to the health information system.
• Implement strategies to strengthen capacity of MOH in surveillance systems, data management, health informatics, data analysis and use for program planning and improvements.

Applied Knowledge And Skills

• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated capacity to interpret data and inform evidence-based decision making.
• Documented skills in the design, implementation, and oversight of electronic data collection tools (e.g, DHIS2, EARS, Jitenge), client level electronic medical records, and in the use of data visualization techniques and software (DHIS2, Tableau, PowerBI)
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to network and collaborate with others in a complex multi-partner context.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.

Education And Experience

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in public health, epidemiology, statistics, international relations, or other relevant discipline (or international equivalent).
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in electronic surveillance systems or health information systems, preferably in Kenya.
• Experience working with multiple national and county level health agencies/divisions and an understanding of the Kenyan health system.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• International program development or program management experience preferred.