Temporary Appointment: Polio Data Manager, P-4, Abuja, Nigeria (364
Days)
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Work type: Temporary Appointment
Location: Nigeria
Categories: Communication for Development (C4D), P-4
Work type: Temporary Appointment
Location: Nigeria
Categories: Communication for Development (C4D), P-4
UNICEF works in 190 countries and
territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years
working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending
children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to
produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have
a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better
world.
For every child, a champion
For every child, a champion
UNICEF Nigeria recently scaled up its
integrated humanitarian response plan, and is leading humanitarian response in
the education, WASH and nutrition sectors in the country, as well as the child
protection sub-sector. We are tackling the resurgence of wild poliovirus, and
are promoting health care access overall. We are also working on bringing 100
percent access to clean water and sanitation by 2030. We are working with
partners on early childhood education initiatives and are supporting the
national HIV program. In addition, UNICEF Nigeria is providing support for
three critical child protection initiatives.
How can you make a
difference?
Under the supervision of the Chief of
C4D and Polio, the incumbent is responsible for leading and coordinating the formulation,
planning, design, and implementation of the monitoring, evaluation and research
plan of the polio communication programme and providing leadership within the
Polio Emergency Operations Centre Situation Analysis Group. The Data Manager
will work closely with the Emergency Operations Centre Communication Group and
Situation Analysis Working Groups, UNICEF C4D/Polio Section and Immunization
Teams to strengthen areas related to immunization and social data utilization
and application with the aim to eradicate polio in Nigeria and strengthen
routine immunization.
§ Leadership in the preparation of the Polio Communication
situation analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, and
writing chapters of the analysis. Maintains data bank of social
indicators which are relevant to the polio communication programme.
§ Coordinates the preparation of the polio data compilation,
monitoring, evaluation and research plan. Responsible for leading the
integration of polio activities within the Country Programme Recommendation
(CPR) and all related documents.
§ Manages databases, well-designed data collection
methodologies and research protocol for polio program (Sentinel Site Survey,
rapid assessments, KAP, polling, etc.). Participates in the development
and introduction of new approaches and methods in project monitoring and
evaluation and data analysis. Serves as a focal point for the
introduction of the new M&E Software, including Evaluation Study Summary
Sheet and Programme Review Sheet. Organizes and conducts necessary training in
this regard.
§ Under the direction of the Chief of C4D/Polio, support the
development of presentations and analysis of data sets for the Communication
component of the ERC and Independent Monitoring Board reviews.
§ Analyzes and evaluates data to ensure achievement of
objectives and recommends corrective action, when necessary, to meet
programme/project objectives. Provides technical advice to programme
staff, Emergency Operation Centre Situation Analysis Working Group, government
officials and other counterparts and coordinates and manages the data-related
and evaluative elements of polio communication programme milestone meetings,
Expert Review Committee meetings, grant reviews, mid-term reviews, strategy
meetings, previews and reviews and annual reviews.
§ Enhance data collection and analysis for sentinel sites in
communities identified in high risk areas where communication activities can be
more closely monitored and then from which data can be gathered over the course
of several IPDs. The data will be analyzed and correlated with communication
interventions to demonstrate trends in immunization that can be linked to the
social activities.
§ Leads the preparation of the monitoring and evaluation
documents within the polio communication section. In close collaboration with
the Communications specialist (polio communication) identifies and disseminates
relevant statistical information/results of the polio communication Situation
Analysis to international, national, zonal, state and local levels.
§ Participates in the development of the polio data
collection work plan and ensures compliance to specific assigned
objectives. Provides guidance and support to staff
Qualification of
Successful Candidate
§ Education: Advanced university degree in Statistics, biostatistics or
Demography along with real time experience in communication/social data
management with emphasis in research/data collection methodologies, data
analysis, monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of GIS software, e.g. Health
Mapper, ARC View, EPI-Info, new technology platforms for data collection and
analysis; and interactive digital media. *First university degree with
additional two-years of relevant work experience is acceptable in lieu of an
advanced university degree.
§ Work Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible relevant work
experience in the development, planning and management of research functions in
social/international development programmes, with practical experience in
managing data collection, analysis and dissemination processes to specific
programmes.
§ Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is required. Fluency in a second
UN language or a local working language of the duty station would be an asset.
For every Child,
you demonstrate…
Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core
competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
This position is classified as
“rotational” which means the incumbent is expected to rotate to another duty
station upon completion of their tour of duty.
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UNICEF is committed
to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified
candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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Remarks
* The successful candidate for this
emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of
receiving an offer.
* Employment is
conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, the
grant of a visa, and completion of any other pre-employment criteria that
UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of
employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before
the date for commencement of service.
Advertised: 11 Jan 2018 W. Central Africa
Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Jan 2018 11:55 PM W. Central Africa Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Jan 2018 11:55 PM W. Central Africa Standard Time
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