Data Use Analyst, Data.FI Eswatini

About PalladiumPalladium is a global company working to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of 3,000 talented, motivated, and diverse staff of all religions, races, languages, and gender identities.This OpportunityPalladium is currently seeking a Data Use Analyst to support the implementation of the Data for Implementation (Data.FI) award in Eswatini. Data.FI is a five-year global project funded by PEPFAR and Department of State, whose goal is to accelerate and sustain access to high-quality data to expedite HIV epidemic control and maintenance.The project is USAID’s primary mechanism for strengthening data, technology, and HIS to support HIV activities. Data.FI aims to improve global, regional, and national in-depth analysis of HIV epidemiologic and programmatic data. The analysis can then be directly applied to expedite the achievement of PEPFAR targets. Data.FI focus also includes direct support to host-country governments to enhance existing HIS, thereby informing management responses to well-defined gaps in HIV and AIDS programming and sustaining impact by supporting the transition of activities to local partners.The Data Use Analyst is a full-time position based in Eswatini.Primary Responsibilities Assist in the implementation of all data policies and guiding documents at all levels. Collaborate closely with the M&E manager to identify trends and patterns in CMIS data, utilizing these insights to inform and improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Collaborate with the M&E manager to routinely monitor and evaluate key performance indicators within the region, ensuring continuous assessment of CMIS impact on health outcomes and facilitating data-driven decision-making. Support facilities to generate high-quality data that supports clinical decision-making and health system improvements. Produce routine and ad-hoc reports that provide actionable insights for regional and facility teams. Coordinate Health data activities within the regions to ensure consistency and accuracy. Support facility champions in developing quality improvement projects that leverage data to enhance care delivery and health outcomes. Supports data quality audits and assessments at the facility level, such as SIMS and other DQAs commissioned by MoH, Disseminates all Policies and guidelines on Data Management to facilities. Support trainings and mentorship to CMIS users to adopt the culture of data use, and ensuring they are proficient in using CMIS. Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Maintain strict confidentiality in handling of health data at all levels and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Assist to Analyse data, produce routine and ad-hoc reports, regional statistical reports and disseminate to regional stakeholders, towards achieving the CMIS data use agenda. Provide basic IT troubleshooting. Candidate Qualifications Degree in Management Information Systems/Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, or related Associate Degree. At least 2 years’ relevant experience to similar projects; experience under CMIS implementation will be an added advantage. Computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Analytical skills and ability to interpret data into meaningful insights Experience in using analytic and visualization tools such as excel, DHIS2, etc. Planning & Organizational skills Communication skills, verbal and written. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities Proven experience as a trainer Administrations experience Written and oral proficiency in English and Siswati Must be legally authorized to work in Eswatini. You and Your CareerIf you are a problem-solver, collaborator, and doer we are interested in hearing from you. We are a learning organization and provide growth opportunities from the start. We pride ourselves on giving you the freedom, resources, and guidance to chart a fulfilling career!Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status.Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss.Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.