JOB OPENING

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity

The Officer-Health Information System (HIS) is responsible for providing technical and operational documentation and analytical support on the existing software systems being used and related ICT applications for the Health and Nutrition Programme. S/he needs to comprehend ongoing HIS digitalization processes, formats, tools, techniques etc along with that associated with program and MEAL documentation. S/he must have a vast knowledge of how mobile-web-based database system functions for program delivery and performance reporting purposes. S/he will frequently communicate with program components, field hospital & PHCC staff to comprehend information requirements, and will be responsible for required internal and external reporting daily, weekly, and monthly. Analyze the processes to produce a prototype structure to formulate how the requirements can be best fit to the existing system or propose necessary enhancement of the system to make it more responsive to the requirements. S/he will keep track of the progress of such development and at every step, s/he will ensure quality of the flawless deliveries. S/he will continuously check for discrepancies in the software tools as well as recommend corrective measures to the HIS development team.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 3 years of professional track records on similar activities in a large-scale complex database platform (preferably in the Health & Nutrition system).
• Master’s Degree, preferably in Health Economics/ Public Health/ Environmental Science/ Information System/ Statistics or a relevant discipline.
• Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and IMPACT software and related ICT applications- SC Emeralds
• Technical experience with systems networking, databases, web development, and user support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Written communication skills both in English and Bangla.
• Should be conversant in mobile web applications and should be fluent in working with Kobo Collect/Surveyor, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Prioritization of assigned tasks and executing them accordingly in a dedicated manner is one of the key capacities of this position.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit:
https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/8815

Application deadline: August 26, 2024

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview
‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.