Health Information Systems Officer/Records
Dadaab, Dadaab, Kenya
Contracted
Experienced
INTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya. Our mission is to timely, effectively, and innovatively deliver humanitarian services with respect, in solidarity and accountability to our stakeholders, our communities and affected populations.
The Society is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the following position:
Position Title: Health Information Systems Officer/Records
Reporting to: Health Services Coordinator
Location: Dadaab
The Health Information System officer will be responsible for providing leadership for the data management and improving data quality and ensure the same is reported into the County and National HIS while collecting information, to optimize the use of that data for decision-making.
Key Responsibilities.
- Plan and design practices, processes and procedures that allow for effective management of people, resources and processes to optimize overall organizational performance.
- Assessing and controlling the center’s exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
- Develop new, better or significantly different ideas, methods, solutions or initiatives that result in improvement of the settlement’s performance and meeting objectives, results and organization’s commitments.
- Determine data to be collected based on program and organizational needs.
- Perform analysis to determine adequacy of data collection and evaluation processes.
- Organize, implement and enforce data management procedures.
- Train employees on proper data management tools and equipment.
- Establish data quality standards and ensures they are met.
- Manage contracts with all software vendors associated with data collection and management.
- Ensure that software functions properly at all times and data management system is operating correctly.
- Troubleshoot for solutions in all data-related problem areas.
- Make sure all software updates are installed and implemented and staffs are trained on proper application.
- Ensure data management system is compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Evaluate data management system to improve operational procedures.
- Prepare regular reports for various departments and levels in the organization.
- Ensure KRCS reports to national and county reporting systems
- Develop special reports upon request.
- Diploma in Health Information Systems or related field
- 2 Years’ experience in IDSR, routine and non-routine data management of community based programs.
- Extensive knowledge and competency in using the updated KHIS tools, uploading the data and generating reports.
Technical and other Competences
- Extensive knowledge of data management soft wares.
- Possesses excellent mathematical abilities and organizational skills.
- Exhibit superior presentation skills and ability to explain complex processes to others.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills and pays close attention to detail.
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills and well as superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to be self-motivated and accomplish job tasks with little to no supervision.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.
Equal Opportunity
The Kenya Red Cross Society are equal opportunity employer and does not charge/accept any amount or security deposits from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, race, or disability.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply strictly through the link below by sharing CV and cover letter.
https://redcross.applytojob.com/apply/o1ViK4hUKm/Health-Information-Systems-OfficerRecords
To reach us not later than 11th of June 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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