Job responsibilities

Data management enhancement and control

Elaboration of Data validation rules, in various Ministry of Health database applications.
Overseeing indicator calculations to ensure that indicators are consistent across different activities and systems
Provide technical support for the improvement of data quality
Training in the use of information, tools and software for improving data quality
Ensure quality of MoH data and quality control mechanisms; train users on best practices to ensure the consistency and quality of data

Ensure the development and maintain data management applications

Provides professional development and training of R-HMIS users on new application and maintain data quality in different systems.
Develops and manages Data validation rules, data-integrity, data cleaning and ensure data quality standards of reported data.
Assist in Development of reports and publications, training materials, and other materials.
Developing norms and guidelines for general health information collection and analysis

Carry out compliance audits

Performs database and application interoperability and regular data interchanges and update between R-HMIS database and data-warehouse
Develop and maintain information architectures (data, application, network) ensuring the system is on-line daily
Promote the use of the Health Information system, and presenting data to guide decisions, management of high quality data, as well as indicators update and definition

Qualifications

Required competencies and key technical skills

Analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Judgment & Decision-making skills
Knowledge and skill in M&E, health data analysis, management and reporting
Technical skills in the design and use of health Information systems platforms for data use and reporting
Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda; working knowledge of French is an added advantage.
Knowledge and understanding of the Rwanda Health system
Familiar with statistical software, possess good data entry and word processing skills
Capability to collect, compare, and scrutinize data to arrive at sound conclusions
Ability to present statistical results and conclusions effectively in appropriate tabular, graphic, and written forms

Health Information Data Quality Audit Specialists