Data Manager Jobs at MUJHU Care Ltd in Uganda

Job Title: Data Manager MUJHU care Ltd - MUJHU Research Collaboration is currently seeking for suitable candidates for the position of a Data Manager to provide efficient and effective data processing and statistical analysis for the organisation’s research requirements. Job Description: MU-JHU Research Collaboration - MU-JHU is currently seeking applicants for the following position; MUJHU care Ltd - MUJHU Research Collaboration is currently seeking for suitable candidates for the position of a Data Manager to provide efficient and effective data processing and statistical analysis for the organisation’s research requirements. Reports to the Deputy Director, Research Coordination Division Responsibilities: 1. Works and coordinates with various research and program teams. 2. Supervises all aspects of data entry; assists with data collection, analysis and report generation. 3. Responsible for developing data collection tools for various research studies and/or programs. 4. Oversees and maintains the productivity and accuracy of the data team; assists with supervision of the data entrants as they capture and process data. 5. Manage the research studies and program databases. 6. Provide data processing support, which includes Epi Info screens development, periodic data cleaning as necessary, data analysis as may be requested and provision of statistical support. 7. Ensure timely response to quality control reports and emails sent from data management centres, in consultation with the Deputy Director Research Coordination 8. Production of data management SOPs for research studies and programs. 9. Generate manuscripts, abstracts, study and program reports. Preferred Skills: Requirements: • Must hold a BSc in Information Technology, Computer Science, Maths or Statistics; Biostatistics knowledge is an added advantage. • Must be conversant with database and statistical applications such as Stata, Microsoft Access, SQL and SAS. • Effective in communicating both verbally and in writing, with ability to explain technical and statistical information to other team members. • 5 years working experience in a busy donor–funded organization conducting research, with 2 years working as supervisor. • High integrity and excellent management skills. • Demonstrate close attention to detail and accuracy. • Team player with a good customer service ethic. • Willing to take up new challenges and initiatives to benefit the organization. • Ability to develop and implement procedures and timelines. • Good problem-solving, creative and analytical thinking skills. • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines. How to Apply: Applications with complete C.Vs , including 3 referees and their full addresses or contact Tel Nos , copies of academic certificates and testimonials , and fully addressed to : The Human Resource Manager, P.O. Box 23491, Kampala. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.