Key Roles & Responsibilities: 

• Under the supervision of the Medical Epidemiologist the Data Manager will work with the Global Programs team to: 
• Participate in planning, designing and implementation of surveillance and health informatics projects.
• Participate in the design of survey and program databases.
• Participate and/or lead preparation of data analysis plans.
• Lead and report on monitoring of ongoing data collection and storage of data for project activities 
• Lead the cleaning and preparation of datasets from surveys and program data.
• Collaborate on the analysis of data for assigned projects. 
• Work closely with statisticians in supporting data-related activities for all programs 
• Provide support in the development of training materials for data management, and utilization of statistical and or data management software. 
• Participate in provision of training to MOH and its partners in data management, data analysis, utilization of software and interpretation of analysis. 

Minimum Requirements:

• A Master’s degree in statistics/biostatistics, computer science/IT studies, or related field with five years of relevant working experience is required, or a bachelor’s degree with eight years of progressive professional experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience working in public health, epidemiology, M&E, or related field is required. 
• Minimum of three years continuous working experience with survey and surveillance data. 
• Proficiency in at least one software package (e.g. SAS/STATA/R) for data management and analysis.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Fluency in English is required.Other Desired Skills: 
• In-depth, comprehensive, and evolving knowledge of statistical and mathematical analysis techniques integrated with computer applications. 
• Management of large survey and/or research studies data sets.
• Ability to prioritize, work tight under deadlines, work with minimal supervision and multitask. 
• Ability to effectively communicate data management related matters to colleagues and external stakeholders

Roles & Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Medical Epidemiologist, the Senior Biostatistician’s key roles and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to: 

• Lead a team of statisticians and data management staff to provide support in data management and analysis for all HIV surveillance, surveys and evaluations projects including surveys, program evaluations, bio-behavioural surveys, program and laboratory data analysis and others as needed. 
• Provide strategic guidance to analysis work within the organization, MOH, partners and CDC-Kenya.
• In collaboration with other epidemiologist, lead the development and implementation of data analysis plans for projects and surveys. 
• Lead writing of sections of protocols, reports, presentations that are relevant to statistical expertise including sampling methodology, sample calculations, data management and analysis. 
• Lead the development of training materials and/or courses in statistical analysis in coordination with capacity building advisor and epidemiologist. 
• Work with team leads to facilitate dissemination of work through presentations, reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Work with the HIS team by providing input and guidance in development of data collection tools for surveys and programs.
• Mentor and provide guidance to statisticians, surveillance officers on statistical analysis work. 
• Participate in data analysis, report and manuscript writing workshops for MOH and stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain close collaboration with the Ministry of Health, CDC-Kenya and other agencies and institutions, and key partners.

Minimum Requirements:

• A PhD in biostatistics or epidemiology with 6 years+ work experience or master’s degree with 15 years+ is required. 
• Minimum of ten years working in public health and/or epidemiology related field is required. 
• Broad knowledge of concepts of public health, epidemiology, statistics and surveillance.
• Demonstrated experience and technical expertise with management and analysis of complex survey data, multivariate analysis, modeling, and geo-spatial analysis.
• Demonstrated experience preparing survey and surveillance protocols, technical reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Experience supervising and/or mentoring junior statisticians and/or data managers. 
• Demonstrated experience providing training and capacity building on statistical analysis and statistical packages.
• High-level proficiency both in SAS and STATA statistical software packages.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Fluency in English required. 

Other Desired Skills/Qualities:

• In-depth, comprehensive, and evolving knowledge of statistical and mathematical analysis techniques integrated with computer applications. 
• Ability to work under general direction with minimal supervision, prioritize program activities, manage multiple activities with competing timelines and deadlines, and multitask. 
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with colleagues, subordinate staff, as well as partner and funding organizations.
• Ability to effectively communicate complicated statistical and epidemiological information to diverse audiences in a clear and concise manner, both in written and oral form.