Stop TB Partnership - Data Manager

Contract

This is a IICA-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS hosts the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership Secretariat (STBP) as of 1 January 2015, in Geneva, Switzerland. The vision of the Stop TB Partnership is to realize the goal of elimination of Tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem and, ultimately, to obtain a world free of TB by ensuring that every TB patient has access to effective diagnosis, treatment and cure; stopping transmission of TB; reducing the inequitable social and economic toll of TB; and developing and implementing new preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic tools and strategies. The Stop Partnership is uniquely positioned to support the development and further implementation by partners of the current and future Global Plan, acting as a coordinator and catalyst for the range of partners engaged in the fight against TB.

Founded in 2001, the Stop TB Partnership's mission is to serve every person who is vulnerable to TB and ensure that high-quality treatment is available to all who need it. Stop TB partners include international and technical organizations, government programmes, research and funding agencies, foundations, NGOs, civil society and community groups and the private sector.

Functional Responsibilities

The Data Manager/Specialist will work in the Executive Directors Office under the supervision of the Deputy Executive Director and will be responsible for the following tasks:

Technical Support for monitoring of progress against targets in the the Global Plan and UN High Level Meeting (UNHLM) on TB

Collation, analysis and visualization of data necessary for advocacy and monitoring of progress of countries against targets agreed in the Global Plan to End TB – 2018-2022 and the political declaration of the 2018 UNHLM on TB.

1. Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date Stop TB database, updating it with new TB-related data as and when they become available from Stop TB teams, WHO, Global Fund, World Bank, Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) and other relevant sources.
2. Actively seek, collaborate and analyze data from diverse sources, including on finances for TB and ensure that the data used by Stop TB has adequate level of disaggregation by gender, geography, key population, etc.
3. Ensure that the data facilitates programme implementation and decision making of the programmes in the secretariat and in-countries.
4. Develop a set of outputs in the form of standard indicators, tables, graphs and maps, showing progress and challenges, for use in advocacy.

5. Provide analysed data from Stop TB database for:

   1. Use in reports developed by Stop TB, as an when required.
   2. Stop TB Key Performance Indicators
   3. Advocacy material developed by Stop TB
   4. Monitoring of finances for TB
   5. Programmatic work of Stop TB teams

Maintain, update and improve the country dashboards and interactive graphs and maps on the Stop TB website

For each country on the Stop TB website there is a dashboard which needs to be maintained, updated and improved periodically. For this the following tasks will be required:

• Establish a Data management system for periodic updates (quarterly) of the country profiles/dashboard on Stop TB website with the new data.
• Investigate and decide on the Incorporation of new indicators and information into the country profiles/dashboards based on the needs of the teams in Stop TB and feedback from other stakeholders.
• Develop maps, graphs and other creative ways of data visualization for high level meetings and events of Stop TB Partnership.
• Develop infographics, maps and graphs from data for special situations, such as impact of Covid on TB surveillance and response, etc.
• Provide automated solutions for obtaining live data from other websites to update Stop TB website dashboards and infographics.
• Provide technical support on quality assurance of data.
• Participate in capacity building activities for STBP but also for the different countries and partners STBP supports.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Requirements: Advanced University degree (master or medical degree) preferably in statistics, mathematics, Engineering, health or a data related science.

First level university degree or undergraduate degree (bachelor or equivalent) with additional 2 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced University degree.

Experience Requirements: Required

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in data analysis and/or data management and/or statistical analysis ideally in the area of health.

Desired

• Experience on developing on-line and interactive dashboards.
• Experience in analyzing large data sets and extracting relevant and compelling conclusions.
• Experience in working on public health data, especially on TB data.

Language Requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of English.
• Knowledge of French would be an asset.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) Contract level: IICA-2 (P3 equivalent) Contract duration: Ongoing, without an end date, however, since the STBP is transitioning out of STBP by mid-end of 2021, the contract with UNOPS will be terminated then and transitioned to the new host - not confirmed yet.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Qualified candidates from TB affected countries are strongly encouraged to apply. See here the list of countries: http://www.stoptb.org/countries/tbdata.asp
• Please note, this position is based in Geneva, Switzerland and therefore, the selected incumbent will have to register with the Swiss authorities and comply with local regulations, including but not limited to - Taxation and Social Security. Additionally, the incumbent will have to purchase a Swiss based insurance (LaMal) within the first three months on contract, UNOPS will help subsidize the cost of this insurance, upon show of proof and for an amount up to 382.87 USD.
• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.