The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, and cancer through prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, care, and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at the national, state, and local levels. The Institute aims to provide quality health services, capacity building, and research in West Africa and beyond.
To further drive quality and engender global best practices in HIV and TB care and treatment, this advert is therefore seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
| Position | Program Officer-Surveillance & Data Management |
| Department | Strategic Information |
| Reports to | Surveillance Lead |
| Location | Abuja |
Opening Date: 20th January, 2025
Closing Date: 2nd February, 2025
Position Overview
The Program Officer, Surveillance / Data Management will provide technical support for the implementation of HIV/AIDS surveillance activities and surveys in IHVN-supported States. The Program Officer will collaborate with Stakeholders, including Federal/State Ministries of Health, funders, and relevant implementing partners to strengthen the national HIV/AIDS case-based surveillance, recency surveillance and mortality surveillance initiatives. The program officer will develop, manage, and maintain data visualization tools, including Power BI dashboards, for monitoring HIV/AIDS program performance. The Program Officer will provide support for epidemiological data collection, analysis, and use for monitoring the trends of HIV sentinel events among people living with HIV. The Program Officer will provide technical assistance to site and above-site level personnel to ensure surveillance data are used for improving the quality of patient management and public health response.
Required Competencies
- Performs HIV/AIDS surveillance data analyses and monitors surveillance data for change in epidemiological trends.
- Participates in planning and conducting outbreak and other epidemiologic investigations by assisting with the onsite review of facilities and procedures; interviewing patients, health care providers, and others involved; and assisting in collecting data from local agencies or other health entities.
- Participates in rapid/emergency response to suspected/confirmed outbreaks as needed.
- Assists in preparing reports from analyses of surveillance data, literature reviews, and other information using behavioral science, demographic and epidemiologic analytic techniques, and evaluation.
- Perform data quality assurance activities; undertake periodic field supervision visits to assess and evaluate the implementation of surveillance activities, identify gaps and recommend corrective actions based on key performance indicators.
- Design and develop interactive Power BI dashboards to monitor key HIV/AIDS program indicators (e.g., testing, treatment, adherence, and viral suppression).
- Implement data models and visualizations that track progress toward program targets, identify trends, and highlight potential areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with program teams to identify visualization needs and ensure dashboards align with program goals.
- Use advanced Excel functions (e.g., XLOOKUP, COUNTIFS, IF, AND, OR, PivotTables) for data validation, cleaning, and analysis.
- Conduct quality checks to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all visualizations and reports.
- Extract and transform data from multiple sources (e.g., DHIS2, EMRs, and other databases) into formats suitable for visualization in Power BI and Excel.
- Maintain data pipelines and automate processes for regular data updates.
- Provide training to team members and stakeholders on Power BI and Excel functionalities to enhance their ability to utilize the dashboards effectively.
- Develop user guides and documentation to support dashboard usage and troubleshooting.
- Participates in writing grants and other funding proposals.
- Participate in capacity building initiatives for surveillance data use
Job Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, Access, SPSS, R, or SAS).
- Experience with dashboard development and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Applied knowledge of principles and practices of epidemiology.
- Knowledge of HIV/AIDS surveillance initiatives in Nigeria
- Research methods, procedures, and techniques used in identifying and evaluating disease characteristics.
- Contemporary medical methods and practices used in the control of a variety of diseases.
- Principles and practices applicable to the surveillance and investigation of communicable diseases.
- Public health surveillance, computerized database management, data analysis, program evaluation, literature search, effective verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly
- Proficiency in the use of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word, Google doc and analytic software such as STATA, R and SPSS.
- Ability to write simple reports; to write technical and non-technical information material.
- Ability to follow oral or written instructions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Interpersonal relations, as applied to contacts with representatives of governmental agencies and other implementing partners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and commitment to data quality and integrity.
- Familiarity with national and international HIV surveillance standards and guidelines.
Educational qualifications and experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in public health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in public health research and data analysis, preferably in HIV/AIDS-related work. Experience with surveillance activities and epidemiologic investigations is an asset.
Safeguarding (PSEAH):
- As an organization, IHVN takes the issue of Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) seriously, because safeguarding the people we interface with in all our programmatic work is of the utmost importance to us.
- IHVN only recruits’ representatives who are suited and abides to the strict responsibility of SEAH.
- By applying to this role, you are agreeing to IHVN carrying out a background check on you with respect to SEAH records and you also confirm that not before or after being hired will you breach the IHVN policy on SEAH.
Equal employment opportunity statement
IHVN is an equal employment employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.
Mode of Application:
- Application letter and detailed curriculum vitae in Microsoft Word format should be forwarded to the Assistant Director, Human Resources through this email address: [email protected] This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- This advert is open from 2nd February,2025 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.