Data Management Officer, Maseru, Lesotho

## Data Management Officer, Maseru, Lesotho - Organization:WHO - World Health Organization - Office:WHO Maseru, Lesotho Data Management Officer Contractual Arrangement : Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4 Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 1 year Job Posting: Aug 28, 2026, 8:07:46 AM WHO supports the Government of the Kingdom of Lesotho in implementing key programmes that require availability of timely and quality information to inform planning and decision making and to contribute to regional and global key performance indicators for meeting, inter alia, the following objectives:National health information system: improved quality, completeness, timeliness and integrated data from the three levels of the country's health organisational structure.Health emergencies programme: enhanced capacity for timely and accurate collection, and analysis of data for effective management of epidemics and other public health emergencies.Data quality: Enhanced data quality systems at all levels through institutionalised mechanisms for data validation, data audits and reviews, while observing national policies and protocols and protocols.Building national capacities: Strengthened national capacities (community, facility, district and national levels) in data management including advanced data analysis using different data management software STATA, GIS, and others.Production of data analytics: Established situational rooms in strategic offices at WHO- Lesotho, Ministry of Health head office, district health management teams with access to updated dashboards and visual displays to guide monitoring and decision-making.Human resources for health: Fast-tracked the institutionalisation and annual updating of the National Health Workforce Accounts that integrates workforce data from other One Health sectors. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Desirable: An advanced university degree in health Public Health; Epidemiology; Biostatistics/Data Science; Health Information Systems. Desirable: Experience in working with any UN agency or public health programmes outside government. Experience in handling outbreak related data management or health systems data management, - Knowledge to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of health programme interventions. - Knowledge of Health and safety regulations. - Analytical and organizational skills. - Skills for engaging in collaborative multi-sectoral partnerships and with stakeholders and partners. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Creating an empowering and motivating environment Use of Language Skills Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Sesotho. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Staff members separated due to the 2025 Prioritization and Realignment Process will receive special consideration according to the applicable regulatory framework. - This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level. - Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. - A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening. - In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. - According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. - Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and eManual. - The Director-General retains the discretion to not make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description, including shortening the duration of the appointment. - WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. 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For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. - Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at[email protected]. - This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Ap