Data Verification Officer at First Embrace
First Embrace is a global health nonprofit dedicated to saving newborn lives by building healthcare capacity in government hospitals in Nigeria.
- Our mission is to implement and institutionalise Kangaroo Care (KMC/iKMC) to minimise mortality and morbidity among vulnerable newborns by proving an effective model and supporting governments in shifting towards it instead of conventional (incubator-based) neonatal care.
- Kangaroo Care is the WHO standard of care for premature and low birth weight newborns. It is a scientifically proven intervention which reduces a vulnerable newborn’s risk of dying by 33% compared to conventional (incubator-based) neonatal care.
- It can be delivered highly cost-effectively and emerging economic evidence suggests it could be delivered in a cost neutral fashion given the savings generated from reducing incubator use and reducing the length of hospital stay for newborns which is costly to both hospitals and families in Nigeria.
How does this role create social impact?
The quality of our work, and our ability to improve it depends on the quality of data we collect about it.
- The Data Verification Officer independently checks that what our nurses record is accurate, complete, and true.
- You give the organisation evidence it can trust, catching errors and inconsistencies before they reach a decision.
What are the Key Responsibilities?
This role verifies data across First Embrace’s Katsina hospitals and collects data directly where needed.
- It works closely with nursing staff on the ground while keeping the assessment of their data fully independent.
- Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, with strong analytical and communication skills.
We are a small and agile organisation, so the role may vary over time, and proactive improvement is encouraged. Core responsibilities include:
- Data verification (70%): Conduct random checks against registers and source documents to verify data reported by nurses and on the app, and resolve the inconsistencies and errors you find through discussion with them.
- Baseline data collection (10%): Independently collect representative baseline mortality data at new hospitals using a structured sheet, problem solving for the completeness and logistics challenges common at our sites.
- Qualitative data collection (5%): Use semi-structured questionnaires to interview families and staff.
- Quantitative data collection (5%): Use structured tools to collect data from hospital registers to support reach monitoring.
- Feedback (5%): Identify and report systemic issues affecting data quality and program outcomes.
- Reporting (5%): Participate in weekly and monthly M&E calls to discuss findings. Agree action plans to improve our monitoring and reporting processes directed by your supervisor.
Requirements
- We care most about your motivation, values, and what we can achieve together.
We also seek:
Essential
Education: BSc or equivalent in a relevant field.
Experience: Minimum 3 years in data collection, verification, or M&E of health or social-impact programs in Nigeria, of which at least 1 year based in government hospitals or health facilities.
- Data collection: Experience collecting data with Android-based mobile applications and spreadsheets.
- Data quality: Working knowledge of data management and quality assurance, including consistency and reliability checks.
- Spreadsheet proficiency: Comfortable using Excel or Google Sheets to check and reconcile data, including lookups and pivot tables.
- Adaptability: Able to juggle multiple tasks in a changing environment while holding accuracy and deadlines.
- Willingness to travel: Comfortable travelling frequently between First Embrace’s Katsina hospitals, including to rural areas.
Language:
- Fluency in Hausa and advanced English.
Values:
- Strong alignment with First Embrace’s values.
Desirable
- Advanced Certifications in Data Verification or M&E.
- Prior experience in newborn or other health work.
- Professional experience in Katsina, or Northern Nigeria.
What skills and competencies are required?
Observation: Keen, detailed observation of the hospital and its records, reflecting a clear sense of what matters to accurate measurement.
- Critical thinking: Analyse and cross-check information to reach sound conclusions.
- Problem solving: Proactively resolve issues that arise on the ground.
- Communication: Explain discrepancies to nurses and senior clinicians clearly, directly, and respectfully, while keeping your assessment independent.
- Independence: Plan and run your own schedule across several hospitals, often working alone without an office.
- Integrity: Report what the data actually shows, including uncomfortable findings, and hold the standard. Report clearly and honestly to your supervisor.
Why should you apply?
- 20 working days annual leave per year.
- 16 weeks Maternity leave after one year of employment (Nigerian best practice).
- You choose your holidays: no mandatory holidays.
- Your work will save lives, and we can prove it.
- A high-leverage role in a growing, evidence-led organisation, with real opportunity for promotion.
- We consider high-performing team members for advancement before opening public rounds.
- A Monday–Friday week, with flexibility over your daily hours as long as you complete your scheduled tasks.
- We don’t provide any other benefits.
Compensation:
- Based on experience and seniority. Maximum of ₦7,200,000 per year (₦600,000 per month). Non-negotiable.
Deadline: Not Specified
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
