DATA VERIFICATION OFFICER AT FIRST EMBRACE Job at First Embrace
JOB OPPORTUNITY: DATA VERIFICATION OFFICER AT FIRST EMBRACE
First Embrace is recruiting qualified female candidates for the position of Data Verification Officer in Katsina State, Nigeria.
First Embrace is a global health nonprofit organisation working with government hospitals to improve newborn survival through Kangaroo Mother Care. The organisation is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional to support data verification, monitoring, evaluation and reporting across its partner hospitals in Katsina State.
JOB TITLE
Data Verification Officer
ORGANISATION
First Embrace
LOCATION
Katsina State, Nigeria. On-site at multiple hospitals.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, one-year contract, with a four-month probation period.
SALARY
Up to ₦7,200,000 annually, equivalent to ₦600,000 monthly. Final compensation depends on experience and seniority.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be responsible for verifying the accuracy and completeness of data recorded by nurses and reported through the organisation’s monitoring systems.
Other responsibilities include:
Conducting random data verification checks against hospital registers and source documents.
Identifying discrepancies, investigating errors and working with nursing staff to improve data accuracy.
Collecting baseline mortality data at newly supported hospitals.
Conducting qualitative interviews with families and healthcare workers.
Collecting quantitative data from hospital registers.
Identifying and reporting systemic issues affecting data quality and programme outcomes.
Participating in weekly and monthly monitoring and evaluation meetings.
Developing action plans to improve data collection, verification and reporting processes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
At least three years of professional experience in data collection, data verification or monitoring and evaluation in Nigeria.
At least one year of experience working in government hospitals or healthcare facilities.
Experience using Android-based data collection applications and spreadsheets.
Good knowledge of data management, data quality assurance and consistency checks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including lookups and pivot tables.
Fluency in Hausa and advanced proficiency in English.
Strong analytical, communication, observation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Willingness to travel frequently between hospitals, including rural locations in Katsina State.
Female candidates are required due to the cultural context and nature of the intervention.
ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGE
Advanced certifications in monitoring and evaluation or data verification.
Previous experience in newborn healthcare or related health programmes.
Previous professional experience in Katsina State or Northern Nigeria.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Annual compensation of up to ₦7,200,000.
20 working days of annual leave.
16 weeks of maternity leave after one year of employment.
Monday to Friday work schedule, with flexibility in daily working hours.
Opportunity for career advancement in a growing global health organisation.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
30 November 2026.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified female candidates should visit the application link below to access the recruitment details and submit their applications.
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HIRING PROCESS
The recruitment process includes an initial application, a test task and an interview. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
