Data Manager Under CDS At Level two teaching Hospital at Gasabo District (GASABO ): (Deadline 8 July 2025)

Responsibilities of a Data Manager under CDC COAG 📍At Level Two Teaching Hospital 🔹 1. Oversight of Data Systems and Health Information Platforms Manage and oversee the implementation and integration of Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Pharmacy Management Systems, and DHIS2. Ensure smooth functionality, regular updates, and interoperability of all data systems used for CDC-supported programs. 🔹 2. Data Quality Assurance (DQA) and Validation Lead routine data quality assessments (DQAs) and supervise the implementation of data quality improvement plans (DQIPs). Validate and clean datasets related to HIV/TB programs (e.g., TX_CURR, TX_NEW, HTS_TST, TX_PVLS). Supervise facility-level staff on correct data entry and reporting practices. 🔹 3. Supervision and Mentorship Supervise data clerks, HMIS officers, and M&E assistants assigned to various departments. Build capacity of health workers and M&E teams in data management, indicator definitions, and use of digital tools. Organize on-site coaching and mentoring to strengthen reporting quality. 🔹 4. PEPFAR/CDC Reporting and Indicator Management Compile, analyze, and submit timely data for PEPFAR MER indicators via systems such as DATIM or partner platforms. Ensure data submitted aligns with national and donor timelines and formats. Support accurate reporting for SIMS assessments and other CDC reviews. 🔹 5. Data Analysis and Use for Program Management Analyze and interpret health data to support clinical teams and leadership in performance monitoring and program planning. Produce dashboards, scorecards, and periodic reports for HIV cascade performance, retention, and viral suppression. Present data in review meetings, quality improvement teams, and strategic planning sessions. 🔹 6. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Support Assist program managers and clinicians with routine M&E of HIV, TB, PMTCT, and other CDC-funded interventions. Develop and track program-specific indicators and log frameworks. Contribute to evaluation studies, cohort tracking, and impact assessments. 🔹 7. Data Security and Confidentiality Enforce data protection protocols in line with CDC, PEPFAR, and national guidelines. Maintain strict confidentiality of patient-level data and ensure controlled access to sensitive systems. 🔹 8. Documentation and Audit Preparedness Ensure comprehensive documentation of data sources, processes, validations, and corrections. Prepare the hospital for CDC or MOH data audits, reviews, and site improvement through monitoring system (SIMS) visits. 🔹 9. Coordination with Stakeholders Collaborate with hospital management, MOH, Implementing Partners (IPs), and CDC technical teams. Represent the hospital in district, regional, and national data review meetings and donor coordination forums. 🔹 10. Support Digital Health Innovations Contribute to digital health transformation efforts such as EMR enhancements, data digitization, and electronic dashboards. Participate in pilot testing and feedback loops for new health informatics tools supported by CDC or IPs.