External Consultancy for Data Management Systems Review

Purpose: Review of IPPF performance data management systems to inform strategy development and learn from previous experiences implementing DHIS2 (at local, regional and global levels) and OpenEMR/clinic management systems at MA level; plus other data systems where relevant, for example, use of mobile technology for non-static clinic data collection.

Objectives of the assignment

The consultant is expected to review the systems (focus on DHIS2 and OpenEMR) and processes currently in place, and their relationship with each other.

The consultant(s) will:

1. Attend the 3-day first Strategy Development meeting in London (27-29 September)
2. Review relevant IPPF Performance Data Management systems (DHIS2, OpenEMR at country, regional and global levels as appropriate)
3. Consult widely with IPPF MA and Secretariat colleagues who have extensive experience in data management systems at country, regional and global levels
4. Submit report summarizing strengths and weaknesses of IPPF data management systems, with recommendations and proposed initial action plan that will ensure data management is effective and able to meet all data needs of the Federation

The consultant will report to the Director of Organizational Learning and Evaluation, IPPF Central Office, London.

Time commitment: up to 30 days

Time period: September – December 2017