Data Assistant -Jaipur
Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization and an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, dedicated to improving the health of women and families in developing countries. For over 50 years, it has focused on providing high-quality, low-cost health care solutions, training health workers, and strengthening health systems.
Jhpiego has been working in India since the 1980s in close partnership with national and state governments. With deep technical expertise and strong on-the-ground execution, Jhpiego helps design, test, and scale practical solutions and innovations that fit real-world systems across 11 thematic domains (Maternal and Newborn Health, Reproductive Health, Nutrition, Immunization, Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Human Resources for Health, TB and Infectious Diseases, Global Health Security, Women's Cancers, Non-Communicable Diseases, Digital Health).
Jhpiego is hiring a Data Assistant based at NHM Jaipur (Rajasthan) to support the SPM for strengthening the data for decision making. The Data Assistant will report to Senior Programme Officer.
Responsibilities:
1. Data Collection & Coordination:
• Coordinate systematic collection of program data from facilities, districts and program divisions, ensuring timely submission and completeness.
• Review incoming data to identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete records and follow up with relevant stakeholders for correction.
• Perform periodic data validation and prepare data quality summaries for reviews.
2. Database Management :
• Develop, manage and maintain program databases to capture and organize programmatic data effectively.
• Design and manage data management tools using MS Excel, MS Access and other relevant platforms to support routine reporting and analysis.
• Work closely with field and program teams to resolve discrepancies, standardize data cleaning procedures, and improve data quality over time.
3. Data Analysis & Reporting:
• Monitor key program indicators and support the timely dissemination of data insights, performance updates and reports.
• Assist Program officer and/or Program coordinator in preparing program reports, activity trackers and factsheets to support evidence-based decisions.
4. Additional Responsibilities:
• Undertake additional data and program support tasks as assigned by the senior program officer/ program officer to support effective program operations and achievement of program goals.
Required Skills & Abilities:
• Strong skills in data analysis, visualization, and interpretation.
• Ability to convert data into clear insights and action points.
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced), dashboards, and basic analytics tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage large datasets.
• Ability to communicate data insights to non-technical audiences.
Required Qualifications:
• Graduate degree in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, Economics, or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in health data analysis or program monitoring.
• Prior experience with NHM data systems preferred.
Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers a highly dynamic and enabling work environment and provides competitive compensation based on experience and background. Interested candidates should submit their application at the below mentioned link:
https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/7761/data-assistant--jaipur/job
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR.