Society For Family Health (Sfh) Recruitment Announcement: Data Quality Assessor (Dqa) Opened In 10 States

Organization: Society for Family Health (SFH)

Job Type: Short-Term Contract

Contract Duration: 18 working days (inclusive of training)

Work Schedule: 8 hours per day

Salary: Competitive

Work Setting: Community Centres

Locations: Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Jigawa, Kano, Kebbi, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, Zamfara

Why This Role Matters

Reliable data is essential for improving health services and strengthening health systems. This role supports evidence-based decision-making by ensuring program data is accurate, complete, and trustworthy. By contributing to high-quality data validation and client verification, Data Quality Assessors play a direct role in improving HIV program outcomes across Nigeria. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who value accuracy, accountability, and public health impact.

Job Summary

Society for Family Health (SFH) is recruiting Data Quality Assessors to support the Data.FI project across selected Nigerian states. The role involves reviewing and validating program data, identifying gaps or inconsistencies, and supporting client verification activities using approved tools and protocols. Successful candidates will work closely with site teams to ensure data integrity and compliance with data quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Data Quality Assessment

• Participate in mandatory training and orientation for the Data Quality Assessment exercise.
• Review program data to confirm accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Validate collected data using approved DQA tools and predefined criteria.
• Identify, document, and report data gaps, errors, and inconsistencies.

Reporting and Documentation

• Accurately document observations and findings from data validation activities.
• Submit daily activity reports to the Data.FI DQA Site Team Leads.
• Complete and submit required assessment tools and checklists within assigned timelines.

Client Verification and Compliance

• Participate in client verification exercises, including monitoring phone calls and documenting feedback.
• Adhere strictly to data protection, confidentiality, and security guidelines.
• Ensure ethical standards and informed consent processes are followed throughout the assignment.

Expected Deliverables

1. Completed DQA abstraction tool submitted at the end of each site assessment.
2. Completed phone call verification checklist.
3. Signed consent forms from relevant activities.
4. Signed site feedback form summarizing overall site performance.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Education: WAEC certificate.
• Experience: Previous experience conducting Data Quality Assessments is an advantage.
• Tools: Familiarity with KoboCollect or similar digital data collection tools is desirable.
• IT Skills: Proven computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Background: Background in data assessment, monitoring and evaluation, or public health projects is an added advantage.
• Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge of HIV/AIDS programming in Nigeria is required.
• Equipment: Must own and be able to operate a functional Android smartphone.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to identify trends, discrepancies, and inconsistencies in datasets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow protocols and meet tight deadlines.
• Professional integrity and respect for confidentiality.

Benefits of Applying

• Opportunity to contribute to national HIV data strengthening efforts.
• Practical field experience in data quality and verification.
• Engagement with a leading Nigerian public health organization.
• Short-term assignment ideal for building M&E and data assessment experience.

About Society for Family Health (SFH)

Society for Family Health (SFH) is a leading Nigerian non-governmental organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through evidence-based interventions. The organization implements large-scale public health programs in collaboration with government and development partners. SFH focuses on strengthening health systems, expanding access to quality services, and using data to drive impactful decisions. Its work spans HIV, reproductive health, malaria, and other priority health areas across Nigeria.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must complete both steps below:

Step 1:

Fill out the DQA Assessor Candidate Data Collection Form using the official application link.

Step 2:

Email your CV to the address corresponding to your preferred state of assignment:

State	Email Address
Adamawa	lakor@sfhnigeria.org
Borno	sojoko@sfhnigeria.org
Bauchi	aabduljalil@sfhnigeria.org
Sokoto	oodinaka@sfhnigeria.org
Kano	eumechukwu@sfhnigeria.org
Zamfara	sahmad@sfhnigeria.org
Taraba	poliverfai@sfhnigeria.org
Kebbi	ooyefabi@sfhnigeria.org
Jigawa	aabdulrazag@sfhnigeria.org
Yobe	mgaba@sfhnigeria.org

Application Tips:

• Clearly indicate your preferred state in your CV or email subject line.
• Highlight any experience with data collection, DQA, or M&E activities.
• Emphasize familiarity with digital data tools and Excel.
• Ensure your Android device is functional before applying.