Spray Operations Data Coordinator at Abt Associates

• Lead training sessions for temporary workers on mobile technology (mHealth) tools.
• Test mobile phone applications; purchase and activate SIM cards
• Test existing phones and batteries and create a phone inventory
• Update the project mHealth tool handbook in order to prepare the phones for activation and the software platform to manage the data collected through phones-based tools
• Assist with preparing tablets and charges for mobile data collection exercise.

During the campaign

• Send out job aid messages per established schedule
• Troubleshoot any technical issues with the phones, tablets or any other related equipment to ensure smooth daily operation of the gadgets
• Manage inventory of all phones used during spray operations
• Aggregate mHealth data for the final report.

Required Skills or Experience

Requirements of spray operations data coordinator position

• Minimum of Higher National Diploma in information communication and technology (ICT) or other related field.
• Experience in data management with demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate large-scale data collection.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation of results will be an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Good understanding and experience (preferred) of software platforms for mass SMS
• Strong computer skills with good understanding on the use of MS Excel and Access and also understand DHIS2 operations  for more information visit: (https://academy.dhis2.org/courses/HISP/DHIS2_Level1/2015_Q1/about)
• Proficiency in English and one or more northern Ghanaian languages will be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to the IRS implementing districts.
• Previous work experience in IRS will be an added advantage.