ZemiTek · 5 hours ago
Senior Technical Health Informatics/Data Scientist, DOS LEAP Global - Nigeria
Washington, DC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business based in the Washington, DC metro area. The Senior Technical Health Informatics/Data Scientist will support the Nigeria Ministry of Health in strengthening and integrating national health data systems, providing technical leadership and capacity building to advance digital health architecture and data-driven decision-making.
Information ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership in shaping Nigeria’s health data management and analytics strategy, identifying high-value opportunities for data-driven impact in line with the MOU’s digital health vision
Guide the translation of complex analytical insights into actionable recommendations for government and partners
Lead the implementation and integration of NDHI-aligned digital medical record solutions, laboratory information management systems, and health commodity inventory management systems across all levels of the health system
Oversee data governance, standards, and quality assurance initiatives to drive organizational data maturity and compliance with national and international standards
Lead capacity-building initiatives to establish and sustain integrated data systems for diverse disease areas, supporting the transition to government ownership and management
Conduct exploratory and advanced data analysis to identify trends, correlations, and predictive insights across disease programs
Support the development and validation of statistical and machine learning models to inform program planning, resource allocation, and policy development
Oversee the integration and interoperability of data from multiple disease areas and platforms (e.g., CARD, APPR, DHIS2, NDARS), ensuring data completeness, accuracy, and reliability
Lead the development and optimization of dashboards, data visualizations, and reporting tools to communicate insights and support evidence-based decision-making
Oversee the reporting of key health indicators and program outcomes on national and partner platforms, ensuring alignment with MOU metrics and requirements
Support the integration and interoperability of health data systems (EHRs, LIMS, NHLMIS, SORMAS, DHIS2) in line with the Nigeria Digital Health Architecture (NDHA) and MOU commitments
Ensure seamless data exchange and real-time reporting across platforms, supporting national and subnational program monitoring and evaluation
Provide technical expertise in research, learning, and innovation, supporting the adoption of new tools, frameworks, and strategies for continuous improvement
Oversee the Publications and Evidence Generation Community of Practice (CoP) to advance research and evidence dissemination goals
Lead the implementation of standardized performance assessment approaches, including Data Quality Assurance (DQA) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), to optimize program outcomes and quality of care
Oversee the collection, analysis, and use of data for program monitoring, reporting, and policy development, ensuring alignment with MOU outcome and process metrics
Collaborate with national agencies (DPRS, NASCP, NTBLCP, NMEP, NPHCDA, NCDC) and implementing partners to strengthen integrated health data systems
Support the preparation of reports, briefings, and presentations for the Health Assistance Coordinator and other stakeholders
Monitor key performance metrics across disease areas, document lessons learned and disseminate success stories and innovations
Ensure the quality, efficiency, and impact of disease programs, supporting the achievement of MOU targets and UHC goals
The Senior Technical Health Informatics/Data Scientist will provide a detailed monthly report to the U.S. Department of State at the end of each month
Additionally, the Senior Technical Health Informatics/Data Scientist may be required to submit additional reports at the discretion of the U.S. Department of State and LEAP Global. The format for reporting may be adjusted with concurrence from the COR
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Global Health, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in public health data management, analytics, and health information systems in Nigeria or similar contexts
Demonstrated expertise in data management, modeling, and big data analytics
Experience with the management and integration of national health information systems (EHRs, LIMS, NHLMIS, SORMAS, DHIS2)
Minimum 2 years' direct experience managing or advising public health programs
Proven leadership in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health data systems at scale
Strong experience engaging with government agencies, donors, and international partners
Knowledge of disease control initiatives, public health interventions, and emergency response systems
Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills
Excellent written and oral communication in English; proficiency in relevant local language(s) is an advantage
Good computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
Excellent organizational, planning, negotiating and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Experience with USG funded public health programs is an advantage
Technical experience working in Nigeria and knowledge of local culture is a plus
Company
ZemiTek
Providing services internationally, ZemiTek partners with the Federal and State Government in order to help them achieve their mission.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Whitney Stockwell
Senior Program Analyst, USAID/DDI/Local, Faith, and Transformative Partnerships Hub at ZemiTek
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