Data Management & Reporting Internship at Amref Health Africa

Data Management & Reporting Intern at Amref Health Africa – Nairobi – fuels impact by safeguarding data integrity, delivering clean datasets, and building visual dashboards that empower evidence‑based decisions across our 180+ programs. You’ll collaborate with country teams, test analytics tools, run quality audits, and help strengthen Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning systems while gaining hands‑on experience in a dynamic, community‑focused health organization. Ideal for entry‑level Kenyan graduates with a Diploma or Degree in data, statistics, IT or public health, this role blends analytical rigor with purpose‑driven service to Africa’s health future.

Amref Health Africa was founded in 1957 and has since grown to become the largest African-based international health development organization, currently implementing more than 180 programs, reaching more than 40 million people across 35 African countries, and a staff complement of over 2,000. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, Amref Health Africa has offices in ten African countries – Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Guinea (Conakry), Kenya, Malawi, Senegal, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. An additional eleven advocacy and fundraising offices are located in Europe and North America.

Amref Health Africa is driven by its vision of 'Lasting health change in Africa' and its mission 'To catalyse and drive community-led and people-centred health systems while addressing social determinants of health.' We believe that the power to transform Africa's health lies within its communities and therefore strive to ensure that health systems are not only functional but communities are empowered to hold these systems accountable for delivering of quality and affordable health care.

JOB PURPOSE

The Data Management & Reporting Intern will support the organization’s data processes, ensuring all required data is available for analytics and reporting. The role also involves maintaining data quality assurance (DQA) processes, supporting data visualization needs, and contributing to the improvement of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. MEL Data Processes in AIMS & Qlik [50%]

• Support the process of fetching, sorting, ordering, and organizing data as required for both regular and ad hoc reports.
• Participate in discussions with users to gather data visualization requirements, ensuring clear communication and tracking of specific assignments.
• Monitor progress until visualization tasks are completed and thoroughly tested for accuracy and usability.
• Assist in testing data matches and logic for new or updated dashboard solutions, ensuring that the data presented aligns with the organization’s reporting needs and standards.

2. Data Quality Assurance (DQA) Processes [50%]

• Conduct and execute DQA validation checks inbuilt in AIMS and Qlik systems, ensuring that data is accurate and reliable for reporting.
• Update the DQA issue log biweekly, providing key insights and follow-up actions for Corporate MEL focal points.
• Track DQA performance regularly through Qlik, identifying country-specific design and monitoring gaps.
• Present these gaps in MEL meetings to ensure timely action and program improvement.
• Support the documentation of areas for improvement within DQA workflows and visualizations to enhance user experience and streamline processes.
• Actively participate in Routine Data Quality Audits (RDQA) in collaboration with various implementing offices, supporting data validation and the integrity of monitoring processes.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of a Diploma in Statistics, Data Analytics, IT, Social Sciences, Public Health, or related fields. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar/related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Ability to engage effectively with country office focal persons, fostering teamwork and open dialogue to achieve common goals.
• Demonstrate strong facilitation skills that promote inclusive participation.
• Capable of working independently, exhibiting self-motivation and a proactive attitude toward assigned tasks.
• Upholds high standards of integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior in all interactions and responsibilities.

Apply for this vacancy

Deadline: Friday, February 6, 2026

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