Job Description

Posted on January 10, 2022

Organization Name: Zambia National Public Health InstituteLocation: Lusaka, ZambiaEligible Citizenship: ZambiaRole Code: Z10B-NatRole OverviewThe Strategic Information Analyst (SIA) will primarily work under the Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI)’s Communication, Information, and Research pillar to support research activities. They will also have opportunities to contribute to the efforts of our multi-disciplinary team and support various tasks across the other strategic pillars. The Analyst will be required to manage ZNPHI’s strategic information and assist with the publication of the Health Press. The Analyst will work in collaboration with the Public Health Analyst to develop and execute uptake strategies to demonstrate the relevance of research findings, with emphasis on how to translate knowledge to practice for policy makers and practitioners. The SIA will also support surveillance and disease intelligence efforts. The SIA will report to the Director – Communication, Information and Research.Responsibilities:Conduct evidence synthesis (including systematic reviews) in priority areas and knowledge translationPromote the dissemination and uptake of public health information through knowledge translation platformsContribute to publications of the Health PressAnalyze and review public health and other data for presentation in written, web, and other formats for internal and external audiencesProvide technical assistance to key users of analytical data where necessaryFacilitate housing of data and indicators in the data repositoryLiaise with key stakeholders as to their information and reporting needs across the various levels of the InstituteSupport surveillance, emergency preparedness, and other public health functions where necessaryPerform other functions as necessarySkills and Experience:Items indicated with an asterisk (*) are required: Experience with quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis*Strong skills in knowledge management and translation (e.g. documenting processes, saving information in an intuitive and approachable format, and/or summarizing and disseminating information)*Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as evidenced by conducting trainings or presentations, and producing reports, abstracts, or journal articles*Experience with data visualization, using tools like Excel or Tableau*Experience writing research grant proposals and/or conducting literature reviewsDemonstrated database management skillsFamiliarity with IT and web applicationsExperience managing social media platformsBroad familiarity with research ethics, surveillance, and epidemic preparednessBroad understanding of government public health policyAbility to learn new skills quicklyStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in multidisciplinary teamsAbout the Organization:The Zambia National Public Health Institute, under the Directorate of Public Health in the Ministry of Health, is a public health center of excellence with a mandate to address all major public health concerns in Zambia. We aim to reduce the disease burden in the country by supporting efforts in disease prevention, surveillance, emergency response, and research. Our priority public health functions are carried out under six strategic pillars: (i) Emergency Preparedness and Response, (ii) Surveillance and Disease Intelligence, (iii) Laboratory Systems and Networks, (iv) Research, (v) Information Systems, and (vi) Workforce Development.Method of Application Submit your CV and application on company website: