Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization founded in 2002, dedicated to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low- and middle-income countries. CHAI operates at the invitation of governments, collaborating with them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems. Initially established to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic, CHAI has since expanded its focus to include a range of infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis, as well as non-communicable diseases like cancer and diabetes. The organization is committed to maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that solutions are government-led and designed for national implementation. CHAI employs a diverse team of individuals across 40 countries, with a majority of staff based in program countries, reflecting its deep commitment to the regions it serves.

Job Overview:
The Analyst position at WJCF, which is affiliated with CHAI, involves delivering critical program insights by leveraging various data sources and field insights. The role is essential for supporting the National Center for Vector Borne Diseases Control (NCVBDC) in its mission to eliminate vector-borne diseases (VBDs) such as malaria and lymphatic filariasis. The Analyst will be responsible for data collation, analysis, and visualization, as well as identifying innovative approaches and technologies to support elimination goals. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong analytical abilities and a commitment to improving health outcomes in India.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Analyst will consolidate and clean data from multiple sources, conducting multi-dimensional analyses to provide actionable insights to officials at NCVBDC. They will develop and socialize both pre-defined and custom reports and dashboards for use by NCVBDC and state functionaries in program planning and decision-making. Additionally, the Analyst will create technical briefs and fact sheets to communicate findings across government organizations, document program progress through reports and presentations, and undertake periodic visits to states and districts to identify challenges and address gaps. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in public health, statistics, economics, life sciences, or related fields, with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree with at least 1 year of experience. Professional experience in dynamic environments such as life science research, impact evaluation, or public sector advisory is essential. Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation (M&E), data analytics, and dashboard development for funded projects is also required. High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is necessary, along with the ability to work independently in high-pressure settings and adapt to new challenges.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor’s degree in public health, statistics, economics, life sciences, or related fields is required, with a preference for candidates holding a Master’s degree. The educational background should reflect a strong foundation in analytical skills and relevant subject matter expertise.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of professional experience for candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, or at least 1 year for those with a Master’s degree. Experience in dynamic and innovative work environments, particularly in life sciences, impact evaluation, or public sector advisory roles, is highly valued. Previous involvement with monitoring and evaluation, data analytics, and dashboard development for funded projects is also crucial.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and oral communication skills required. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may require frequent travel (approximately 20-30% of the time). The role is based in India, and the last date to apply is 6th February 202

• Candidates should be prepared to work in high-pressure and unstructured settings, demonstrating strong organizational abilities and a detail-oriented approach.