All
Ordinarily Resident (Or) Applicants
BASIC
FUNCTION OF POSITION
The purpose of the position is to translate data into meaningful information
that can inform decisions for improving progra
m performance. The basic
functions of the position are: to study datasets used (or that could be used)
by the Health Office and the Mission; determine data needs of and produce
reports for key users (e.g. Contracting Officer Representatives /Agreement
Officer Representatives (AORs/CORs), Technical, Project Management and
Development Office (DO) Team Leads, and senior management); coordinate
analytical tasks with others; and participate in other monitoring and
evaluation activities, as needed. The primary technical areas of focus for the
incumbent will be HIV and AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, family planning,
nutrition, and maternal and child health. In HIV-related activities, the
incumbent will work within the Interagency Strategic Information Team,
comprising specialists from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Coordinating
Office (PCO) and USAID. In addition to playing a consultative role within
USAID, the incumbent will also be a key contributor to strengthening the
capacity of information systems within the Government of Tanzania by providing
technical assistance in key health programs.
MAJOR DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Data Analysis
35%
There is a significant amount of data being entered and stored in existing
USAID, PEPFAR and other USG data management platforms. However, there is
insufficient attention being given to routinely examining this data to identify
and interpret patterns and trends, to understand anomalies in the data, and to
consider the implications for program performance. The Development Assistance
Specialist (Data Analysis)analyzes this existing data but also gather
information from additional sources that might help the Health Office and
Mission to better understand the situation being examined. During the research,
s/he might seek out experts in the Government of Tanzania and donor community
to more fully understand what is being examined and to consider other data
sources and analytical solutions as needed.
Results Reporting
25%
The Development Assistance Specialist (Data Analysis)communicates the results
of analysis to decision makers and others affected by the results. S/he designs
reports and use tools that can help the various target audiences to easily
digest the data, such as statistics, graphs, images and lists. S/he distributes
the report via shared software, email, chat, or online or a face-to-face
meeting presentations. In the reports, the Development Assistance Specialist
(Data Analysis)offers potential solutions to data gaps.
Collaboration and Coordination
20%
The Development Assistance Specialist (Data Analysis)works closely with counterparts
in USG agencies, in key implementing partners, in the donor community and in
GOT agencies to ensure optimal coordination, harmonization, and alignment of
data collection activities, databases and reporting. S/he operates as a member
of the USAID CCIR team in the pursuit of integrated databases across technical
and program support offices.
Data Management
15%
While most USAID activities have well-established data management platforms and
databases, the Development Assistance Specialist (Data Analysis)may be
requested to offer suggested improvements. In addition, there may be need to
export data into different formats for local needs and analysis. S/he may be
requested to collect additional data using a variety of methods, such as data
mining and hardcopy or electronic documentation study. S/he provides advice on
methods to collect, analyze and manage data to improve data quality and the
efficiency of local data systems. As needed, the Development Assistance
Specialist (Data Analysis) supports the M&E Specialist in data cleaning and
management of DATIM.
Training and Coaching
5%
The incumbent develops relationships with relevant staff to help them interpret
data and reach conclusions. The Development Assistance Specialist (Data
Analysis) conducts group training and one-on-one coaching of USG colleagues and
implementing partners in new data collection procedures, protocols or analyses
as needed. As appropriate, this will be extended to implementing partners and
GOT counterparts.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
All applicants must address each required qualification listed below with
specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so
may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree or the host country equivalent in a social science,
economics, mathematics, statistics, health science, or similar field relevant
to data analysis is required.
Experience:
A minimum of five years of job-related experience in data management and
analysis is required.
Language:
Level IV (fluent) in English and Kiswahili (writing, reading and speaking) is
required. (This will be tested)
Skills and Abilities:
Strong knowledge and ability to use spreadsheets (e.g. Excel), databases (e.g.
Access, CSPro), and analysis packages (e.g. SPSS, SAS, R). Experience in GIS is
required. (This will be tested).
Job Knowledge:
The candidate will be knowledgeable about how organizations work and know how
to get things done through formal and informal channels. The candidate must
have knowledge to successfully communicate with management and users to create
systems that meet organizational needs and gain adoption of those systems.
Previous experience conducting quantitative data analysis is required.
SELECTION PROCESS:
When qualified, applicants who are U.S. Citizen Eligible family Members
(USEFMs) and/or preference-eligible U.S. Veterans are given a preference in
hiring. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants make themselves known
as having a hiring preference and specially address the required applications
above in their application.
HIRING PREFERENCE
ORDER:
1. USEFM who is ALSO a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
2. USEFM OR a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
3. FS on LWOP
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214,
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a
letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional
eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of
conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is
not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement,
the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application
process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference
after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of
preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION
CRITERIA:
Management will consider when determining successful candidacy: nepotism,
conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
Current OR employees with an Overall Summary rating of Needs Improvement or
Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance report (EPR) are not
eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Employment (FMA) or a Personal
Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar
days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work
schedule.
The candidate must be able to obtain the local security certification.
HOW TO APPLY:
applicants must submit the following documents to be considered:
Universal Application for Employment (UAE)(Form Ds-174), which is available on
our website or by contacting Human resources, (see “For Further Information”
above); and
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed
above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Copy of Passport, or, National ID, Resident/Work Permit.
WHERE TO APPLY:
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam
