Data Manager at University of Global Health Equity (UGHE): (Deadline 20 July 2024)

Data Manager

Position Title: Data Manager

Reports to: Chair, Center for Population Health

Location: University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) Butaro campus with travel to Kigali, Rwanda

The Center for Population Health at UGHE 

The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality health care to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. We have recently established the Center for Population Health which hosts population health teaching, training and research at UGHE. The center will establish a Health and Demographic Surveillance Systems (HDSS) in Butaro which generates evidence in disease surveillance, morbidity and mortality patterns, chronic disease research, nutrition, maternal and child health in Rwanda.

The Data Manager will be responsible for managing the data collection, storage, and analysis for the newly established Butaro HDSS. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data management, experience with large datasets, and excellent analytic skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the data collection process for all research projects at the Butaro HDSS;
• Develop a data quality standards and data management plan for Butaro HDSS;
• Supervise data entry and perform data cleaning of HDSS rpogramme:
• Prepare study data for analysis in statistical software package;
• Analyze data to generate insights and inform interim-study decisions:
• Provide statistical support during proposal development, data analysis, reporting of study findings and training;
• Develop and maintain multiple databases for Butaro HDSS including other nested and longitudinal studies;
• Work closely with field data collectors, enumerators, research assistants and HDSS cohort manager in the day-to-day running of the Butaro HDSS;
• Support the statistical analysis, design and reporting of research studies conducted by the institute of Global Health Equity Research (IGHER);
• Any other tasks as designated by the supervisor

   Qualifications 

The ideal candidate will have the following credentials and experience:

• MSc degree in a related field (e.g., statistics, computer science, epidemiology)
• 5+ years of experience in data management and analysis
• Experience with large datasets preferably in population based longitudinal studies
• Strong ability in utilizing computer applications including STATA, R and other applicable quantitative data analysis platforms. Knowledge of programming using a common language like R.
• A publication record that demonstrates the candidate’s capacities in health research
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

How to Apply: 

Applicants should provide: (1) a resume, (2) a cover letter detailing interest and aptitude for the position, (3) names and contact information of three professional references who can attest to work experience, and (4) copies of all degrees earned. Please upload your cover letter and copies of degrees as a single PDF file under “Additional Files” on the application page.   Application Deadline 20th July 2024

University of Global Health Equity is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Organizational Profile 

UGHE is a new kind of university focused on training the next generation of global leaders in health care delivery. The university launched in Rwanda in September 2015. Through an academic experience uniquely rooted in the values of equity, students are empowered to both ease suffering at the bedside and drive transformational, systemic changes to the health system.

UGHE is an initiative of Partners In Health (PIH), an internationally recognized non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. In over nearly three decades of operating alongside public sectors in countries around the world, PIH has developed a model to deliver high quality healthcare to some of the world’s most marginalized communities. Nowhere has this impact been more profound than in Rwanda, where Inshuti Mu Buzima—PIH’s sister organization—and our government partners have driven innovation for a decade.

Members of the UGHE community are tenacious and resolute in our drive to attain social justice, make common cause with those in need, listen to and learn from others, and operate with honesty and humility as we uphold academic integrity and intellectual curiosity. The University of Global Health Equity seeks individuals committed to these values to join the team.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment: 

At UGHE, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including community members – as well as our students, contractors, staff, and visitors to our campus are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment and any form of systemic abuse, whilst reducing risk and vulnerabilities. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with UGHE’s policy.

UGHE will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of fraud, harassment, sexual harassment and any form of systemic abuse or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.