Data Quality Program Assistant Job at The Taimaka Project 2026 | Gombe and Jigawa State
The Taimaka Project is inviting applications from suitably qualified and motivated candidates for the position of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Data Quality Program Assistant in Gombe and Jigawa States, Nigeria.
The successful candidates will provide administrative and technical support for data collection, documentation, verification and field operations. The role involves maintaining accurate paper and electronic records, supporting field teams with mobile data collection tools and ensuring the quality and proper management of programme information.
This opportunity is suitable for individuals with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and an interest in public health, nutrition programmes and humanitarian development.
Job Overview
- Organisation: The Taimaka Project
- Position: M&E Data Quality Program Assistant
- Location: Gombe and Jigawa States, Nigeria
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Monthly Salary: ₦163,750
- Application Deadline: 16 November 2026
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Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will perform the following duties:
1. Data Collection and Quality Assurance
- Configure ODK phone settings and prepare mobile devices for field use.
- Troubleshoot routine device and ODK-related issues and escalate complex technical problems.
- Cross-check paper records against ODK submissions to identify discrepancies and missing information.
- Review child identification photographs, investigate mismatches and correct or escalate identified errors.
- Ensure that ODK forms, attachments and other field data collection tools function properly.
2. Programme and Field Support
- Work with OTP Program Officers to identify and resolve patient-level data issues.
- Maintain clear records of corrections and report recurring issues to supervisors.
- Train and retrain field personnel on ODK, paper ledgers, forms and reporting procedures.
- Collect geographical coordinates for new and existing OTP sites.
3. Records and Documentation Management
- Maintain organised and synchronised paper and electronic records.
- Collect, organise and file completed forms from OTP sites.
- Maintain physical and electronic records and retrieve documents when required.
- Generate, print, photocopy and distribute programme documents, reports, forms, ledgers and measurement slips.
4. Materials and Administrative Support
- Monitor stocks of paper forms and other M&E materials.
- Coordinate the delivery of documentation materials to field locations.
- Maintain organised office storage for completed forms and records.
- Provide general administrative and office support as required.
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Qualifications and Requirements
Interested applicants should meet the following requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Relevant post-secondary training in Administration, Business, Information Management or a related field is an advantage.
- Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with Google Workspace, file management and printing equipment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Fluency in both spoken and written English and Hausa.
- Previous experience as an office assistant, clerk, records assistant or administrative staff member is preferred.
- Familiarity with NGO or health programme documentation is an advantage.
- Experience using Open Data Kit (ODK) or other mobile data collection platforms is an added advantage.
Salary and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₦163,750.
Application Deadline: 16 November 2026
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the stated deadline.
Important Notes
- The position is a full-time, permanent opportunity.
- Applicants should be fluent in both English and Hausa.
- Previous experience with ODK and health programme documentation is beneficial but not compulsory.