Health Information Officer

About the role

The Health Information Officer leads the health information system of the health programme, using medical data to monitor project activities, evaluate health outcomes and track implementation progress. The role supports the programme manager with data analysis and timely reporting on all project activities, including elective and emergency services, and may require working outside normal hours during major humanitarian emergencies. It is based in Maadi, Cairo.

Key responsibilities

• Design reporting formats, line lists, databases and dashboards for health project data, including primary and secondary referrals, meeting donor monitoring and evaluation requirements.
• Collect, verify, enter and analyse data on health outcomes, medical interventions and cost/benefit analysis, and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Save and document all data and reports in the formal SCI SharePoint and cite them as references.
• Help the health team correct data errors and guide them to submit accurate data and reports.
• Support the MEAL team with lessons learned documentation and workshops, and help build an accessible feedback mechanism for beneficiaries.
• Take part in provider assessments, investigate deviations and conduct audit visits to check compliance with project guidance and SOPs.
• Hold regular meetings to share health analysis and strengthen team awareness of the information system.
• Prepare deviation reports and ensure timely reporting on indicators for donor reporting.
• Support quality budget phasing, monitoring and utilization, and cost/benefit assessment for admitted or hospitalized cases.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field; medical and paramedical background preferred.
• Postgraduate certificate or degree in public health or statistics preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in health information systems, data management, monitoring and evaluation or a related field, preferably with a UN agency or INGO.
• Experience with health projects, humanitarian programmes or vulnerable groups is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of child safeguarding principles and humanitarian standards is an advantage.

Required skills

• Data collection, management, validation, analysis and reporting with attention to data quality.
• Statistical and data analysis software and digital data management platforms.
• Building and maintaining data tracking tools, dashboards, databases and routine reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.