pOrganizational context: The Department of Polio Eradication Initiative aims to achieve worldwide polio eradication by supporting national governments through the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) Partnership. The Polio Data and Information Systems (DIS) team manages, organizes, analyzes, and disseminates polio-related data, including immunization, program monitoring, and surveillance information, while maintaining global information systems. /ppJob purpose: This role supports the Global Polio Eradication program by ensuring the quality and integrity of critical data. The Data Analyst will clean, verify, and upload various datasets, contributing to regular data analysis and reporting for outbreak and high-risk countries. The position plays a key role in improving data quality through consistency checks and supporting the development of information systems like POLIS. By analyzing polio virus type 2 lab results and contributing to risk analysis, the role directly informs eradication strategies and policies. Furthermore, the Data Analyst will provide training and technical support to regional and country office staff, strengthening local data management capacities and ensuring effective data utilization for polio eradication efforts. /ppResponsibilities: Key responsibilities include supporting the Global Polio Eradication program by cleaning, verifying, entering, and uploading datasets from regional and country offices. The role involves contributing to periodical data analysis and producing standardized reports for outbreak and high-risk countries. Improving data quality through regular checks and auditing POLIS reports are essential duties. The position requires tracking and analyzing polio virus type 2 lab results, contributing to risk analysis for meetings, and coordinating with global and regional partners to share insights. Additionally, the role involves providing training and guidance to staff on data entry and analytical techniques, and offering other necessary technical support. /ppEducation: A first university degree in information management, geographic sciences, data analytics, computing, science, statistics, mathematics, epidemiology, or a related field is essential. Formal training or certification in data management is desirable. /ppWork experience: Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in health information systems, statistical analysis, and data management. Experience in managing and analyzing public health databases, including those for geographic information systems and mapping, is necessary. Experience in analyzing communicable diseases or vaccine-preventable diseases and international exposure are also required. Experience in health information management development and data analytics is desirable. /ppSkills: Proficiency in database management and utilization. Expertise in database programming, data management, user interface design, and web application development. Experience with query design, stored procedures, and functions using T-SQL within MS SQL-Server. Knowledge of Relational Databases Management principles, database design, normalization, and development methodologies. Experience with VBScript, VBA, R, HTML, and/or T-SQL. Familiarity with standard polio data analysis and reporting procedures. Strong interpersonal skills for clear communication and presentation. Ability to perform under pressure and interact effectively in multicultural environments. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
Data Analyst in Genève Arbeitgeber: WHO
Die Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) bietet eine herausragende Arbeitsumgebung für Fachkräfte, die sich für globale Gesundheitsverbesserung einsetzen. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Teamarbeit und kulturelle Vielfalt fördert die WHO eine inklusive und unterstützende Unternehmenskultur, die es den Mitarbeitern ermöglicht, ihre Fähigkeiten in einem internationalen Kontext weiterzuentwickeln. Die Position des Technical Officer bietet nicht nur die Möglichkeit, an bedeutenden globalen Initiativen mitzuwirken, sondern auch Zugang zu umfangreichen Fortbildungs- und Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten innerhalb einer der einflussreichsten Organisationen im Gesundheitsbereich.
