Job Description
Jacaranda Health is a social enterprise and operates as a (c)3 in the US.
Our mission is to transform maternal health care in East Africa and make pregnancy and childbirth safer for women and newborns.
If you are interested in donating or partnering with Jacaranda Health, please visit our Donate page.
Jacaranda’s staff is made up of professional…
Data & Analytics Coordinator (Re-Advertisement)
Jacaranda Health is seeking an innovative and energetic Data & Analytics Coordinator to help execute a robust data strategy that supports our mission through evidence-based, tech-driven solutions.
In this role, you will oversee data curation (collection, analysis, and reporting), ensure high-quality data infrastructure, and support strategic data communication with internal and external stakeholders.
You will also provide statistical expertise and work closely with cross-functional teams—including Technology, Product, Programs, and Partnerships—to drive data-driven innovation and program implementation.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of maternal health solutions through data. What You’ll Do
Own the various data sources that are critical to Jacaranda solutions, e.g. PROMPTS, MENTORS and related interfaces
Have a complete understanding of our products their data and data architectureCurate % quality dataEnsure efficiency of data flowsWork closely with the Tech team to ensure efficiency and accuracy of our data Support organizational understanding of program and product performance
Design robust and streamlined data infrastructure that enables rapid product monitoring and assessmentDesign high quality data collection tools that strategically answer product and program questionsOversee data collector trainings and deployment to ensure % data qualityHave a keen understanding of data science principles Champion robust data analysis
Develop robust and innovative analysis plans to answer internal product and programmatic questions, as well as external communications of our impact and reach.Deliver high quality analysis outputs (analysis platforms may include STATA, R, Python, or ther)Interpret routine ‘real-time’ data as it relates to program performance Lead strategic data communication that supports external decision making
Build visualizationsLead data presentations with internal and external stakeholdersChampion data storytelling that leads to data driven decision making, both internally and externallyDeliver clear and high caliber reportsEnsure that data-related challenges are solved in a timely and efficient mannerSolve complex client problems through relevant analytical approaches and customized solutions in your area of expertiseCreate a communication structure and approach that ensures that quick identification of challenges emerging from our data, and that these are handled appropriately What we are looking for
Minimum level of academic and professional qualification required to perform effectively in the roleBachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or other related fieldMinimum 3 years in a data role at a relevant organizationProficiency in STATA,Python, SPSS, SAS or RKnowledge of information databases; SQL and Non-Relational DatabasesData collection – tool development (Kobo Toolkit), data quality monitoring, management of data collection teamsData curation: cleaning, organization, and analysisBasic quantitative statistical analysis (correlations, regressions, odds ratios)Proficiency in one or more of the following statistical packages: R, STATA, PythonTechnical communication -data visualization techniques and report writing, and presentation of data.
Proficiency in data visualization and dashboard tools (PowerBI)Ability to apply deep topic/sector expertise in health, maternal health, digital technology, Artificial Intelligence when building and deploying a product/ tool/ data, and adept at taking different internal stakeholder, partner organization and client needs/contexts into account;Analysis and problem solving, with a high capacity for conceptual and strategic/end-to-end thinking;Learning aptitude to test new and innovative analysis methodsExcellent oral and written communication skills in English