Data Officer OSS at Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative

ByMuhuddin Samaila

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. It was established as indigenous organizational, registered in 2009 with its headquarter in Abuja, and presence in the four geopolitical regions of Nigeria.  It aims to provide technical assistance to the government and people of Nigeria in the implementation of public health and development programs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Officer OSS

Location: Anambra
Grade Level: Consultancy
Duration: 5 months with possibility of extension (based on performance)
Supervisor: Technical Assistant – Monitoring and Evaluation

Key roles
The services of the consultant will include but not limited to the following:

  • S/He will work with program and technical staff to support the correct implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete, correct and timely reporting, ensuring that the quality of program/project activities adheres to SOPs by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality.
  • Provide support to CBOs and OSS staff in documentation and use of National Data Collection Tools.
  • S/He will support the implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of HIV, TB, Prevention, NSP, and MHPSS program activities at the CBOs and OSS.
  • Ensure accurate data collection, collation, and reporting across platforms (NMRS, DHIS, NDARS, ENNRIMS and NDR) with 100% reporting compliance at the OSS.
  • Support client folder audit when recommended and ensure rigor in quality data collection.
  • S/He will lead and oversee patient biometric capturing activities across all CBOs.
  • Responsible for data collation, processing, and reporting of monthly summary forms.
  • S/He will ensure proper inventory management of data collection tools at the OSS and oversee tracking of all IT support equipment (e.g. Laptops, Tablets etc.) across the CBOs and the OSS.
  • Represent the OSS in any fora for data dissemination and use (LGAs, State)
  • Coordinate all activities regarding routine Data Quality Assessment exercises at the CBOs and OSS.
  • Support the state quarterly, semesterly, and annual validation exercise.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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Requirements

  • B. Tech, B.Sc, or HND qualification in Statistics, Mathematics, Public Health, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, Project Management, or Demography with 1 – 2 years experience in monitoring and evaluation systems.
  • Familiarity with GF reporting system is an advantage.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to write detailed reports and present findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams to produce excellent results under pressure.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results in high-pressure environments.
  • Ability to work in a team and with diverse, multicultural, and multilingual stakeholders.
  • Excellent ability to communicate and maintain productive relations with the team; resourcefulness, flexibility, and ability to work in a fast changing and challenging environment.
  • Ability to use key computing applications e g MS Office Suite etc. and knowledge of different databases (DHIS or NMRS) is a plus.
  • Experience in project-level or state/national-level monitoring and evaluation system implementation for Global Health Initiatives.
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Application Closing Date
3rd March, 2026.

Commencement Date
16th March, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed Resume and a one-page Cover Letter as one (1) MS Word document explaining suitability for the position to the “Lab Unit” via: gf_advert@ahnigeria.org.ng using their Full Name, the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail. (e.g., “Jame Bitrus, Laboratory Specialist – Anambra”).

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Note

  • Candidates are advised to provide three professional referees with email addresses and phone numbers.
  • Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • AHNI is an equal-opportunity employer (EOE)
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • AHNi does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview.
  • AHNi has Zero Tolerance to Sexual Abuse and Exploitation.
  • Report any case of such within or without this recruitment process.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Sama’ila Muhuddin is a dedicated Registered Nurse and humanitarian professional with over seven years of frontline experience. Since May 2018, he has served with prominent international non-governmental organizations, including Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Holland, Spain, France projects and ALIMA, responding to emergencies and providing critical care in some of the most challenging humanitarian settings.

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