Senior Associate, GIS Data Analytics (Consultant)

at  eHealth Africa

eHealth Africa designs and implements data-driven solutions and technologies to improve health systems for and with local communities. eHA’s technology works in low connectivity settings and uses data to drive decision-making by local governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The Coordinator, Data Analytics develops computer interfacing, data conversion, data collection, mobile, web and computer applications using GIS and mobile data collection applications, Leads and coordinates the acquisition of new spatial data and supervises the integration of the data into GIS.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

• Establishes database schemas and creates or modifies database tables; participates in data-mapping and conversion of data; extracts and presents data as required.
• Prepares maps, maintains data sets, and analyses mapping data.
• Maintain and upgrade/update existing Analytics and SharePoint sites.
• Liaising with third party data providers.
• Continuous improvement and generation of analytics sites and SharePoint to provide rapid access to knowledge.
• Maintain existing datasets in SQL, creation of views and linking of information for end users.
• Researches, and evaluates GIS solutions (ESRI), providing recommendations on new technology relevant to exploration and growth.

Data Management:

• SharePoint, Data Analytics, SNL and other mining and markets third party data sources
• The generator of Geospatial Knowledge and Analytics.
• Continuous improvement, keep abreast and apply new technologies that are fit for purpose within the GIS and Analytics fields.
• Participates in and promotes a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.
• Attends and participates in annual strategic planning meetings, country management meetings,
• Attends partners (EOC) meetings, training classes, and supervision of data processes.
• Adheres to Policies and Procedures.
• Develops computer interfacing, data conversion, data collection, mobile, web and computer applications using GIS and mobile data collection applications
• Leads and coordinates the acquisition of new spatial data and supervises the integration of the data into eHA’s GIS. Identifies, understands, and articulates solutions for issues by means of ArcGIS knowledge including ArcGIS for Desktop and other ArcGIS technologies.
• Leads the development and maintenance of customs processes and models to ensure data quality assurance.
• Is consistently at work and on time.
• Adheres to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the field.