Health Management and Information Systems (HMIS) Officer (Nairobi). at Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation

Purpose of the Position

To implement an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) HIS solution at facility level and ensure it is fully operationalized to meet the program’s reporting demands

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

•  Implement an IPC HIS solution for the core indicators
• Provide technical support on EMR and ensure quality reporting in all the facility electronic platforms
• Conduct regular system troubleshooting and support
• Conduct regular DQA on the generated data from the EMR and share findings with an effectual course correction plan
• ·Develop visualization dash-boards
• Assure effective data preservation, warehousing and safeguard against data loss

·         Qualifications

• The applicant should possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, from a recognized university.
• The applicant must have at least 2 years of work experience in a busy development environment in the area of health IT.

Other requirements include:

•  Practicable skills in data base management programs including the EMR and other MoH reporting tools
• Knowledge and usage of the ODK

Key Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively  – both orally and in written
• Strong desire to learn new technologies and remain up to date on technology advances
•  Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.