Job Description:

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, USA seeks an Assistant Manager, Management Information System (MIS) for multifaceted implementation research on introduction of self-administered injectable contraceptives (DMPA-SC) as part of a comprehensive contraceptive method mix in Punjab province. The Assistant Manager MIS will provide overall MIS support under the supervision of Senior Research Manager and will be based in Islamabad;

 Role and Responsibilities:

• Manage and ensure all database and project related software is updated and functions smoothly throughout the life of the project.
• Lead the development of software, databases and android-based application
• Responsible for quality and timely deliverables and use of the software, databases and application.
• Support the provincial and district teams in data management, and provide accurate, timely data as required by the project.
• Support and trouble shoot any challenges that may be experienced by the team in the field when using the database application. 
• Support the project team on digital solutions for smooth data capturing and reporting.

 Qualification, Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Master’s degrees in Computer Science and Information Systems Management or Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or related field
• At least 6 years of  experience in developing and managing large scale databases in terms of generating project reports, extracting data and providing trouble shooting support to project teams, required, with 3-4 years of work experience supporting technical or programmatic activities in health sector or other health areas.
• Strong analytical and product knowledge skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret learner needs and translate them into application and operational requirements
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Working experience in ASP.NET, SQL server, MySQL, development of Android based applications for data collection and awareness raising, cloud base services, Mobile Data Studio, processing, analysis and presentation of data. 
• Working knowledge of SPPS
• Strong technical skills and comfortable with data management, performance tuning and database security
• Experience with health sector projects will be a plus 
• Availability and willingness to travel up to 25% time.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and the successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

JHPIEGO is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer