HMIS Officer

Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private, not‐for‐profit health care systems in the developing world with community health programs in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as in East Africa.

The Aga Khan Health Services, Afghanistan (AKHS, A) was established in 2003 as part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKHS, A provides health care services mainly on behalf of the government including the Ministry of Public Health’s of Afghanistan’s Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) and Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS). AKHS, A is unique both in scale and scope, delivering critical health services along the continuum of care, from Community Health Workers (CHWs) to ISO certified hospital facilities.

Since 2003 AKHS, A is implementing Healthcare services in Bamiyan, Baghlan and Badakhshan provinces. The agency’s scope of work includes the provision of primary and secondary Healthcare, Preventive and curative medical care, Nursing and Midwifery education, Human Resources Development and Hospital Management. The current working modality and role of AKHS, A in Bamiyan and Badakhshan provinces as BPHS and EPHS implementers. AKHS, A provides technical support as well as capacity building of health personnel, immunization services, nutrition training and the training of Community Health Nurses and Community Health Midwifery.

AKHS, A tapped into internal and other donor fundings to continue supplementary and complementary supports to the national health system. Moreover, AKHS, A scale up AKDN innovations, including, expansions of e-Health services, e-learning initiatives, and cross border arrangements. To promote healthy environment, AKHS, A is implementing net zero and greenhouse gas emission.

Job summary:

Assist Provincial health Team to develop systematic and realistic HMIS/M&E plan, conducting monitoring visit applied Quantified Quality Checklist (QQC), data collection/entry in DIHS2 proceed, analyse, interpretation, used to provision of service and management of health information system, and conducting training for the health facilities staff, Provide support to CBHC to conducting CAAC and household survey, and  Work with the PHT Health Team in Bamiyan for ensuring better data collection and management.

·     Ensure that the health facilities properly use the HMIS formats and sending the reports to the PHT.

• Ensure appropriate record keeping and statistical information is maintained.
• Managing/Maintaining the HMIS data and database for Bamyan PHT.
• Manage HMIS tasks effectively and report to national office.
• Train and support HF Staff on using the Quantified Quality Matrix (QQM).
• Responsible for the supervision of Health Posts and Health Facilities in relation to the data collection and use of HMIS format.
• Conduct regular monthly field visits to monitor and supervise staff for handling of HMIS formats properly and accurate reporting.
• Maintain effective regular communication with field, regional and national offices.
• Involve with the Provincial Health Team in day-to-day management of the office.
• Training of the health facilities staff on using HMIS formats ensures consistency, validity, and completeness of the data.
• Attend the PPHD monthly subcommittee meetings and represent Bamiyan Region on HMIS activities.
• Analysis of quantified quality checklist.
• Manage HMIS -DHIS2 databases.
• Provide monthly HMIS feedback to Health facilities.
• Assist in quality HMIS data generation and quality data entry.
• Train surveyors on survey formats and methodology of survey data collection (CAAC)
• Ensure on time request and supply of HMIS Tools to HFs.
• Any other required tasks given by the line supervisor and Project managers.

Education:

Medical Doctor or Bachelor of Public Health from a recognized university.

Work Experience:

At least 3 years’ experience of working in program area especially on Health Management Information System (HMIS), BPHS HFs, supervision, and evaluation. familiar with the communities, also familiar with conducting assessments, surveys, and data analysis.

Skills:

·         Knowledge of DHIS2, TBIS and MLIS databases, BPHS and EPHS, good computer skills, communication skills, problem solving and reporting skills.

• Possesses strong leadership, communication (verbal and written), time management, problem solving, decision making, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Good sense of urgency to accomplish tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and deliver high-quality results with a positive attitude.
• Promotes a healthy and professional environment within the team.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to send their applications + CVs through this link: https://akhs.odoo.com/jobs/detail/hmis-officer-142

Aga Khan Health Service, Afghanistan (AKHS-A) is an equal-opportunity employer committed to transparent, open, fair, and merit-based recruitment. AKHS-A values diversity, equity, inclusion, gender equality, and disability inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, language, marital status, social origin, religion, or any other personal characteristic. Qualified men and women from diverse backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants who require reasonable disability-related adjustments to participate in the recruitment process are encouraged to inform Human Resources at the earliest opportunity so that appropriate arrangements can be considered.

Please note that AKHS-A does not provide lodging or overnight accommodation, transportation, meals, or other subsistence support for applicants attending written tests or interviews.

AKHS-A maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), abuse of authority, discrimination, and all other forms of misconduct. The organization is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. Successful candidates will be required to comply fully with all applicable AKDN and AKHS-A policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and safeguarding standards. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, including verification of the candidate’s identity, academic and professional qualifications, and employment history.

Applicants must not attempt to influence the recruitment process through inappropriate contact, lobbying, interference, or canvassing. Such conduct, or repeated inappropriate follow-up, may result in disqualification. Applicants should communicate through the official recruitment channels specified in the vacancy announcement. Subject to the requirements of the position and in accordance with applicable organizational policies and donor requirements, preference may be given to suitably qualified local candidates.