Established in 1983 and formally incorporated in 1985, the Society for Family Health (SFH) stands as a dynamic pan-African non-governmental organization (NGO). Its inception was spearheaded by three visionaries: Professor Olikoye Ransome-Kuti, Mallam Dahiru Wali, and Hon. Justice Ifeyinwa Nzeako. Originally affiliated with Population Services International (PSI), SFH commenced its impactful journey with a single HIV grant and a range of reproductive health products, initially focused on distribution within Nigeria. . .
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Department: Programs
Job Type: Full-Time
Who Are We Looking For?
The Strategic Information (SI) Lead will leverage data and information to drive strategic decision-making on the GC7 project, as well as optimize resources, and achieve the goals and objectives of the grant by harnessing the power of data and information effectively.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the collection of relevant data, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards.
- Develop and maintain robust databases to store and manage information efficiently.
- Use analytical tools and methodologies to derive meaningful insights from data for strategic planning.
- Design M&E frameworks, indicators, and tools aligned with project or organizational objectives.
- Monitoring Progress: Oversee the continuous tracking of project performance, ensuring it aligns with goals and target
- Lead or contribute to evaluation activities to assess the impact and effectiveness of interventions.
- Provide data-driven insights to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
- Offer evidence-based recommendations derived from data analysis to optimize programmatic approaches.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
- Communicate complex data insights in a clear, understandable manner to various audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
- Facilitate the setting up and deployment of daily/weekly Situation room meetings at the HQ and State level
- Conduct training sessions to enhance the data literacy and analytical skills of team members.
- Work closely with different departments or teams to ensure data needs are met and utilized effectively.
- Explore and implement technological solutions to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting processes.
- Stay updated on emerging trends and tools in data analysis and information management to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines in data collection, storage, and usage, especially in sensitive areas like health or social impact.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and donor reporting standards.
Qualification
- Comprehensive understanding of HIV prevention strategies and treatment protocols
- Proficiency in analysing epidemiological data related to HIV prevalence, transmission patterns, and risk factors to inform targeted interventions.
- Strong networking and collaboration skills to establish and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Knowledge of health system dynamics and experience in integrating HIV programs within broader health frameworks, ensuring sustainability and effectiveness.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
Additional Qualification
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Adaptability.
- Effective communication.
- Professionalism.
- Good time management
- Team work.
Special Consideration
Special consideration will be given to candidates who:
- has worked in a similar role.
- Possess strong project management skills to oversee SI initiatives, ensuring timelines, resources, and deliverables are met efficiently.
- have the capability to lead and guide a team, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making within the project and SFH as a whole.
- have a deep understanding of HIV/AIDS programs, familiarity with HIV epidemiology, treatment, prevention, and related policies.
Other Requirements:
- Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.
- Adherence to the organization’s code of conduct and values
Method of Application
Interested and qualified persons should click on APPLY NOW to complete the required application
Deadline For Application
Application ends on or before Monday, January 12, 2024. We thank prospective applicants for their interest in working with SFH, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SFH is an equal opportunity employer.
