DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC INFORMATION - USAID FUNDED STRENGTHENING QUALITY OF CARE THROUGH PRIMARY HEALTH CARE ACTIVITY & COMMUNITY HEALTH (Anticipatory Recruitment)

 

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading non-governmental public health organisation in Nigeria, implementing programmes in malaria prevention, and treatment, Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV & AIDS treatment, primary health care system strengthening, non-communicable diseases and maternal, new-born, and child health care. SFH ignites the power of health system thinking and market shaping to transform health outcomes. 

An emerging pan African organization, we provide a partnership platform to communities, donors, the private sector and government to co-create and implement actions that create real and measurable impact at individual, family, society, and country level. In a career at SFH, you will be the centre of making all these happen. You will be joining a team of problem solvers, with real passion to change the world in a fast-paced environment. We are a truly Nigerian rooted organisation with global standards and a diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive, and collaborative — and in providing a work environment that encourages our employees to be their best. 

SFH is looking for talented people with a track record of high performance and a passion for providing healthcare for their community to join our vibrant workforce. 

Position: Director of Strategic Information 

Contract Duration: Fixed Term

Location: Abuja     

Job Profile: 

The Director of Strategic Information (DSI) will play a pivotal role in ensuring data-driven decision-making and programmatic excellence for the USAID-funded Strengthening Quality of Care through Primary Health Care Activity in Nigeria. Working closely with the project leadership team, you will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of strategic information systems and processes to optimize project performance and impact.

Job Role:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of strategic information systems, including data collection tools, databases, and dashboards, to support program monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
• Oversee the integration and harmonization of data systems and processes across project components to ensure seamless data flow and interoperability.
• Establish and maintain robust data management processes and standards to ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct data analysis and interpretation to generate actionable insights and recommendations for programmatic improvement and decision-making.
• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, indicators, and tools to track project progress, outcomes, and impact.
• Lead the design and execution of evaluations, assessments, and special studies to assess project effectiveness and identify lessons learned.
• Provide technical assistance, training, and mentorship to project staff and partners on strategic information systems, data management, and analysis.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning within the project team and with external stakeholders to promote evidence-based decision-making and best practices.

Qualifications/Experience: 

• Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic information management, monitoring and evaluation, or data analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully designing, implementing, and managing strategic information systems in complex international development projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Stata, R) and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits: 

The compensation package for these positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented professionals. 

Method of Application: 

Interested applicants should log on to our website at www.sfhnigeria.org and click on vacancy, click on careers @SFH, click on the advertised job suitable to you, and you will be transferred to a new page to apply. Follow the instruction and a confirmation mail will be sent to you upon completion of your application. Please include the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements. 

All applications will be treated in confidence. Candidates without the minimum requirements need not apply. 

This advert will close two weeks from date of publication.

SFH is an equal opportunity employer.