Assistant Technical Officer, Database Management
FHI 360
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Job Overview
Location
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Employment Type
Full time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Information Technology & Software
Experience Level
Junior (1-3 years)
About the Company
FHI 360 is a global organization dedicated to mobilizing research, resources, and relationships to empower individuals worldwide to lead full and healthy lives. They achieve this by providing access to essential opportunities and fostering sustainable development.
The organization operates across various sectors, including public health, education, and economic development. FHI 360 is committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring that their work benefits all communities, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. They strive to create safe and supportive work environments, adhering to strict safeguarding policies to protect all individuals involved in their programs.
FHI 360 offers a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, fostering a strong and healthy workforce.
Job Description
FHI 360 is seeking a dedicated Assistant Technical Officer, Database Management to join their impactful EpiC project in Abuja, Nigeria. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of data processing and management, contributing directly to the project's success in strengthening national health systems.
In this position, you will support the day-to-day activities related to data, playing a key role in the maintenance, optimization, and ongoing development of FHI 360's databases, with a particular focus on DHIS2-based systems. Your work will be grounded in principles of data consistency, integrity, secure access, and robust backup mechanisms.
You will also contribute to the creation of valuable analytical products, including maps, dashboards, and reports, which are vital for program planning and informed decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical skills in a meaningful way within a leading global health organization.
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Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Support routine data management operations, including handling data records, responding to data queries, and assisting with data cleaning, validation, and processing activities.
- Ensure the security, confidentiality, and integrity of health and program data by adhering to organizational data protection policies, access controls, and approved data governance procedures.
- Monitor compliance with data confidentiality and security standards, escalating potential risks or breaches in line with established protocols.
- Assist with the management and maintenance of hardware and software systems used for data collection, storage, and analysis, including troubleshooting basic technical issues.
- Support the preparation of analytical outputs, project results, and technical summaries for presentations, reports, and knowledge products.
- Contribute to the development, updating, and maintenance of user guides, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other technical documentation to support consistent database use and data processing.
- Develop and maintain standardized programming scripts, data dictionaries, and documentation procedures to support data quality, reproducibility, and system sustainability.
- Provide hands-on technical assistance to staff on database use, data entry, and reporting workflows, including responding to user support requests.
- Ensure the quality, completeness, and timeliness of data feeds and processing pipelines, identifying and resolving routine data flow or system issues.
- Support capacity-building activities by training staff and partners on data processing tasks, database use, and basic data quality principles.
- Identify GIS and spatial analysis requirements and support the development of maps, spatial datasets, and visual products to inform program planning and decision-making.
- Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and objectives of the role.
Qualifications
- B.Sc/BA degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Information Management or a related field with 2 years of relevant experience in data collection, database management or information systems supporting health programs.
- Strong background in District health information systems (DHIS2), including data entry, management, reporting, and basic system administration.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) or government agency, preferably within public health, development, or health systems strengthening programs.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance
How to Apply
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This role is crucial for supporting the daily operations of data processing and management within the EpiC project. You will be instrumental in maintaining, optimizing, and developing FHI 360's databases, with a strong emphasis on DHIS2 systems. Success will be measured by ensuring data consistency, integrity, and secure access, while also contributing to the creation of insightful analytical products that drive program planning and decision-making.
Posted Date
February 18, 2026
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