Data Analyst

Malaria Consortium is recruiting for aData Analyston a permanent full time basis to jointhe SMC Technicalteam to be based inLondon UK.

Job Purpose:

The main purpose of the role is to analyse and interpret quantitative monitoring and evaluation (M&E) surveillance and research data across Malaria Consortiums SMC programme.

The Data Analyst is responsible for analysing and interpreting data in support of the SMC programmes efforts to generate robust high-quality evidence of performance and impact and to use this evidence to inform improvements. The role contributes to shaping the SMC programmes M&E and research agenda as well as implementing relevant frameworks and strategies. It works closely with M&E and research colleagues at country and programme level to ensure high quality of programme outputs and build capacity across the SMC team.

The post holder is required to have

• Postgraduate degree in epidemiology/bio-statistics or any other appropriate subject with a significant quantitative component transferrable to the role (e.g. demography statistics data science economics etc.)
• Experience working in data management and/or epidemiology within government a public sector agency a not-for-profit organisation or research institution
• Experience in epidemiological research design implementation and data analysis
• Knowledge of principles of survey design and statistical techniques including multivariate regression
• Experience in the development of databases digital data entry systems (PDA or phone-based such as ODK SurveyCTO Magpi etc.) and/or CAPI surveys and data management and statistical analysis software (Access EpiData Stata)
• Experience of publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting findings to academic audiences
• Experience of communicating M&E or research findings to non-academic audiences
• Experience of supporting multidisciplinary teams across different cultures and locations
• Significant knowledge of communicable disease control and child health
• Demonstrable understanding of the role of M&E and research in public health programmes
• Excellent communication writing and presentation skills
• Intercultural awareness tact and diplomacy
• Organisational and project management skills
• Computer literacy
• Willingness to travel
• Professional proficiency in English and French (written and spoken)

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To apply for this position you must have the right to work in the UK.

Malaria Consortium works closely with valued partners to achieve a world free of malaria and associated health inequities empowering people through access to healthcare. With 20 years of evidence-driven expertise we deliver scalable sustainable solutions that save lives and strengthen resilience.