Information Analyst – Regional Emergency Nutrition
Terms Of Reference
ABH Partners Plc is a leading consultancy and human resources sourcing firm in Ethiopia with about 15 years of experience in supporting the implementation of development programs and projects. ABH exists to fuel synergistic societal growth by harnessing local knowledge and international standard. Dedicated to the betterment of societal development, technical assistance, and knowledge management, ABH has gained credibility and industry experience in the development sector in general.
ABH partners would like to invite applicants who meet the below requirements to apply for the position of Information Analyst – Regional Emergency Nutrition.
Required number: 1 (One)
Duty station: Amhara DPFSB -Emergency Nutrition Coordination Unit/RHB
Duration: 6 months with possibility of Extension
Salary: Attractive
Expected Start Date: Immediately after concluding the contract
Overall Objective:
- Build the capacities of the EW Unit/ FS&DPPS in the areas of EW information analysis including nutrition assessment and database management
- Establish Regional nutrition and other EW systems database and ensure easy access to those involved in the system
- Strengthen the use of various nutrition indicators and enhance timely reporting and dissemination of information
- Create strong linkage with BOH, NGOs and UN Agencies and closely monitor and validate quality nutrition data.
Key duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the EW Unit Head/FS&DPPS and backstopping for Federal ENCU, the Information Systems Analyst will be responsible for undertaking the following:
- Creation of database to capture EW data including health and nutrition related information, with particular emphasis on surveillance compatible with GIS;
- Collect data from various sources (GO, NGOs, UN agencies etc), organization and data entry of EW (health/nutrition) related information in the above-mentioned database.
- Conduct EW and health/nutrition data analysis using Nutrition Survey for SMART, SPSS, GIS etc;
- Monitor data change and resolve data discrepancies as necessary.
- Under the guidance of the Regional EW unit Head/FS&DPPS, create linkage with Federal ENCU and other relevant regional offices with the aim of exchanging timely information updates and improving the quality of data management and reporting within the Region.
- Assimilate recommendations/requirements for general ration and supplementary food and other nutrition related interventions in database, for regular monitoring of dispatch/distribution of food Vs requirements and comparison to nutritional status when data is available.
- Under the guidance of the EW Unit Head/FS&DPPS, provide information for regular reports, drawing information from databases.
- Advise the EW Unit Head/FS&DPPS of changes or shifts in the EW situation report that could potentially effect targeting and/or identification of crisis area.
- Monitor existing databases and make suggestions for constructive changes as necessary.
- Assist the EW Unit Head/FS&DPPS in assessments and periodic report writing.
- Provide trainings in the areas of database management, including GIS, SPSS and Nutrition Survey for SMART for staffs working in the EWS of the Region.
- Perform other related duties as required
Expected Output
- Monthly reports on the progress and synopsis of the emergency situation in the region for use by FS&DPPS and partners.
- Monthly/bi-weekly and quarterly report on progress in the development of the Nutrition Coordination Unit at the FS&DPPS
- Availability of database on early warning/nutrition indicators for easy access and utilization
- A final report on achievements, constraints and recommendations for a sustainable capacity to survey nutritional status in the assigned region.
Administration
- The information Analyst will be based in EW Unit/DPPD of the concerned region and will spend some of his time in the field for data collection and quality control of Nutrition Information
- The Information Analyst will report to the Head of EW Unit/DPPB and to the ENCU Coordinator of Federal Level. Also, regional UNICEF Nutrition specialist
Required Qualification, Competencies, Skills, Trainings, & Experience
- BSc/BA Degree in Information Technology or Management System or Computer Science or Statistics or related disciplines with back ground on Nutrition program or related field
- At least 5 years relevant experience with the above field e.g., database design, management and distribution
- Substantial experience using SQL Server, Nutrition Survey for SMART, GIS, SPSS, Access, Excel and other software packages
- Knowledge of information systems and databases, with an emphasis on user needs/requirements, database design, database distribution and map production
- Ability to work well with people and to give “hands-on” training with database is required
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Good organizational and planning skills