Data Analyst

Purpose of the position

Contribute toward project data processing efforts that include validation, summarization, aggregation, analysis reporting and classification. Analyze and interpret routine data using analytics tools to turn data into information. Develop analysis and reporting capabilities through data visualization and analytics dashboards and guide and mentor junior data analysts where needed. Monitor performance and quality control plan to identify improvements and contribute output towards report writing and the development of presentations for different audiences. Implement technical tasks to ensure the quality and accuracy of that data, then process, design, and present it in ways to help people, businesses, and organizations make better decisions. Participate in supported district meetings to present analysed workplan, cascade and report findings to guide or improve the operational decision-making process this will include internal and external staff from DoH.

Key Accountabilities

Work closely with the district teams to derive insights from the data and address data quality queries
Participate in data processing analysis and visualization activities that contribute to donor reporting activities
Perform data integration tasks for qualitative data from multiple health Information Systems into useable information that will drive program impact
Participate in supported district meetings to present analysed workplan, cascade and report findings to guide or improve the operational decision-making process
Support the writing up of programmatic best practices, success stories and abstracts
Using automated tools to extract data from primary and secondary sources
Removing corrupted data and fixing data errors and related problems
Performing analysis to assess the quality and meaning of data
Filter Data by reviewing reports and performance indicators to help identity and correct code problems
Using statistical tools to identify, analyze, and interpret patterns and trends in complex data sets that could be helpful for the diagnosis and prediction
Preparing reports for the management stating trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data
Preparing reports for the management stating trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data
Preparing reports for the management stating trends, patterns, and predictions using relevant data
Supporting the data warehouse in identifying and revising reporting requirements.
Supporting initiatives for data integrity and normalization.
Training end-users on tools for ensuring data quality, new reports and dashboards.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science and Demography or a related field
Over 6 years of experience in a data analyst role or similar.

Desirable Qualifications

N/A.

Experience & Skills

Strong mathematical skills to help collect, measure, organize and analyze data
Knowledge of programming languages like SQL, R, and Python
Adept at using data processing platforms like Excel, Python and Microsoft Power Query and Power Pivot
Knowledge of data visualization software like PowerBI, Tableau, MS-Excel or Qlik
Problem-solving skills
Ensuring data accuracy and attention to detail
Adept at queries, writing reports, and making presentations
Team-work skills
Verbal and Written communication skills
Proven working experience in data analysis
Valid Drivers License
Ability to navigate culturally diverse environments

Personal qualities & Behavioural competencies

Ability to connect the dots, make linkages and collaboratively work across the organization to optimize the client experience
Be solution focused
Has a customer-centric mindset
Able to connect with clients at different levels
Maintain confidentiality
Judgement
Analytical Thinking
Results Orientation
Self-management
Adaptability
Communication
Client Solutions
Professional Presentation
Apply Technical Expertise
Health system awareness
Organizational insight
Planning and organizing