Position: Data Assistant–

Project Study: Optimizing Smoking Cessation & Unhealthy Alcohol Use Treatment Study

Reports To: Study Coordinator, Ethic & Regulatory

Program description

Center for International health, Education and Biosecurity-Kenya, with funding from the National Institute of Health (NIH), are conducting a five-year Co-occurring Alcohol and smoking cessation clinical trial Among People Living with HIV in Nairobi, Kenya. The study is examining how combinations of pharmacological and behavioral interventions may improve the chances of maintaining long-term alcohol and smoking abstinence and will provide needed efficacy data regarding best treatment approaches for sustained abstinence. Applications are invited from appropriately qualified candidates for the position of Data Assistant.

Position Summary: Data Assistant

The Data Assistant will be responsible for the accurate, ethical collection, storage, analysis, and sharing of program and protection data, in strict compliance with the data protection policy. Key duties include timely data collection, entry, documentation, and support for data management and reporting processes. These activities will contribute to improved program interventions. The Data Assistant will work closely with program staff and collaborate with teams across CIHEB projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support accurate and timely data collection, entry, cleaning, and analysis.
• Maintain program databases and dashboards; ensure completeness and consistency of data.
• Create data visualizations and prepare analytical reports to inform program decisions.
• Develop and test digital data collection tools (e.g., REDCap).

• Conduct field data collection using mobile devices for quantitative and paper forms for qualitative data.
• Ensure all devices (phones, tablets) are charged and function prior to assessments.
• Assist with assessments, community visits, focus group discussions, and qualitative data exercises.
• Assist in the preparation and review of sector work plans and operational plans.

• Prepare ad hoc reports as needed by the program.
• Maintain a transparent and organized filing system for all project data and reports.
• Work with County Health Management Teams (CHMT) to consolidate relevant reports when required.
• Participate in Strategic Information (SI) meetings at the program and county levels.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor in line with program needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Statistics, Information Systems, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in data management or M&E, preferably in a public health or humanitarian setting.
• Proficiency in data tools such as REDCap, Excel, and basic statistical software).
• Experience in mobile data collection (e.g., ODK) is an asset.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in diverse field settings.