Scope of Work:

The Data Manager will report to the BIRD lab Manager, and will manage and oversee the data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting processes to ensure accurate and high-quality data for project activities. The Data Manager will be responsible for the following:

Research Support:

• Plan and monitor project activities related to data management and use.

• Review questionnaires and interview guides, and finalize survey instruments.

• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and data standard protocols for data quality control and compliance.

• Assist data collectors, supervisors, and regional coordinators in survey data collection.

• Ensure proper documentation of data management processes.

2. Data Management:

• Monitor and coordinate the data collection process to ensure data quality and accuracy.

• Consolidate data from all sources and prepare summary reports for monitoring.

• Develop and implement data validation procedures.

• Design, test, and implement information systems and mobile data collection tools such as ODK and KOBO.

• Ensure data security and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate surveillance data collection for the Behavioral Health Sciences Unit (BHSU) on a monthly basis.

3. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Conduct statistical and thematic analyses.

• Assist in the preparation of research reports, presentations, and publications.

• Develop and implement data visualization tools and dashboards.

• Support the technical team in report preparation.

• Document key findings, best practices, and recommendations.

4. Coordination and Collaboration:

• Improve internal data management processes to ensure quality control.

• Establish a database and reporting system for project activities.

• Provide training on data management and statistical software.

• Develop strategies and tools to strengthen data quality assurance and data use.

• Support team members in day-to-day data management tasks.

Deliverables:

• Established data management protocols and guidelines.

• Monthly surveillance data reports.

• Training materials for data management and analysis.

• Data visualization tools and dashboards.

• Research reports and presentations.

• MSc/MPH in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Demography, or a related field.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public health research and data management.

• Strong knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis.

• Familiarity with local and international research ethics.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, EPIinfo, SPSS, R, and STATA.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Availability to travel to regional locations as needed.

Work Environment:

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, School of Public Health, Seferselam Campus.

• Employment Type: Full-time, contractual (6 months with possible extension).

• Frequent field travel required.