Addis Ababa University – BIRD Lab External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position 1-Data Manager
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: MSc/MPH in Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Demography, or a related field.
Experience :Minimum of 4 years of experience in public health research and data management.
Strong knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis.
Familiarity with local and international research ethics.
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, EPIinfo, SPSS, R, and STATA.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Availability to travel to regional locations as needed.
Work Environment
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, School of Public Health, Seferselam Campus.
Employment Type: Full-time, contractual (6 months with possible extension).
Frequent field travel required.
Scope of Work
The Data Manager will report to the BIRD lab Manager, and will manage and oversee the data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting processes to ensure accurate and high-quality data for project activities. The Data Manager will be responsible for the following:
1.Research Support
Plan and monitor project activities related to data management and use.
Review questionnaires and interview guides, and finalize survey instruments.
Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and data standard protocols for data quality control and compliance.
Assist data collectors, supervisors, and regional coordinators in survey data collection.
Ensure proper documentation of data management processes.
- Data Management:
Monitor and coordinate the data collection process to ensure data quality and accuracy.
Consolidate data from all sources and prepare summary reports for monitoring.
Develop and implement data validation procedures.
Design, test, and implement information systems and mobile data collection tools such as ODK and KOBO.
Ensure data security and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinate surveillance data collection for the Behavioral Health Sciences Unit (BHSU) on a monthly basis. - Data Analysis and Reporting:
Conduct statistical and thematic analyses.
Assist in the preparation of research reports, presentations, and publications.
Develop and implement data visualization tools and dashboards.
Support the technical team in report preparation.
Document key findings, best practices, and recommendations. - Coordination and Collaboration:
Improve internal data management processes to ensure quality control.
Establish a database and reporting system for project activities.
Provide training on data management and statistical software.
Develop strategies and tools to strengthen data quality assurance and data use.
Support team members in day-to-day data management tasks.
Deliverables
Established data management protocols and guidelines.
Monthly surveillance data reports.
Training materials for data management and analysis.
Data visualization tools and dashboards.
Research reports and presentations.
Requirement Skill
Analytical skills
Decision-making skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Job Position 2-BIRD Lab Manager
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Master’s degree in Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field with a focus on health education and promotion.
Proven research experience in behavioral health.
Experience :Minimum of 8 years relevant experience within an NGO or CSO, preferably in the area of Social and Behavior change (SBC) field
Strong knowledge of research methodologies.
Proficiency in using qualitative data analysis MaxQDA and statistical software.
Demonstrated competence in organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Experience in managing research projects and training staff on behavioral science methodologies.
Supportive and ethical in approach
Always maintains a pleasant and polite attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural and multidisciplinary team
Work Environment
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, School of Public Health, Seferselam Campus.
Employment Type: Full-time, contractual (6 months with possible extension).
Frequent field travel required.
Requirement Skill
Analytical skills
Decision-making skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Job Position 3-Research Assistant
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Master’s degree in Public Health.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Previous research experience in public health or social sciences.
Proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, R, STATA and qualitative data analysis software like NVivo
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Work Environment
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, School of Public Health, Seferselam Campus.
Employment Type: Full-time, contractual (6 months with possible extension).
Field travel may be required.
Requirement Skill
Analytical skills
Decision-making skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Work Place: Addis Ababa
Deadline : May 27th 2025
How To Apply
Interested applicants shall submit their Cover letter, Curriculum vitae and all their credentials (Including educational and work experience related documents) only through Email address: [email protected]
Deadline for Application: Applications must be submitted within seven working days following the publication of this announcement.
Female applicants are highly encouraged
Addis Ababa University, School of public health has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct that enshrines principles of PSEA, always (both during work hours and outside work hours). Familiarization with, and adherence to, the Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all staff, in addition to related mandatory training. All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.
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