Data Specialist, Diabetes Prevention Program

About AAPCHO
The Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) was formed in 1987 by community health centers primarily serving medically underserved Asian/Asian American (A/AA) & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (NH/PI) communities. The goal of these organizations was to create a national voice to advocate for the unique and diverse health needs of A/AA and NH/PI communities and the community health providers that serve those needs.

AAPCHO’s mission is dedicated to promoting advocacy, collaboration, and leadership that improves the health status and access of A/AA and NH/PI communities within the continental U.S., Hawai’i, U.S. Territories, and Freely Associated States. Our vision is to be a national leader and critical voice for A/AA and NH/PI community health centers and consumers, ensuring that our communities have better access to affordable, high quality, and culturally and linguistically proficient health care.

OUR VALUES

The following shared values underlie every aspect of AAPCHO and its member health centers’ functions and operations:

• Health care is a right not a privilege - All people must have access to affordable quality care, regardless of language, culture, immigration status and ability to pay. No one is turned away due to inability to pay and our services and policies are designed to eliminate barriers and provide access to all.
• Wellness - Health is much more than the absence of disease. It includes physical, mental and spiritual well-being for individuals, families and communities. We acknowledge and respect different definitions of wellness and health within our communities.
• Community Accountability and Empowerment - Communities are the experts on their own health and essential participants in the health of their communities, families and selves. Our services and programs are informed by and responsive to community voices.
• Diversity as Strength - AA and NHPI communities are rich in diversity of language, cultural heritage, spirituality, history, experience, health beliefs and practices. Many have undergone the hardships of war, colonization, poverty, or immigration to a foreign land. We honor and value the strengths of every culture and individual.
• Collaboration Among Communities of Color – Communities of color share a history of disparities and exclusion as well as a common interest in health and health care equity. Through collaboration, we learn from each other and grow stronger, while overcoming distrust and divisions that are fostered by competition for limited resource.

Pacific Islander Center of Primary Care Excellence

The Pacific Islander Center of Primary Care Excellence (PI-CoPCE) focuses on strengthening primary care and community health partnerships across the Continental U.S., Hawai’i, and the U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands (USAPI), including the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, Guam, Palau, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). Current and emerging projects address diabetes prevention and self management, health systems capacity building, workforce development, quality improvement, data modernization, and technical assistance and training for health departments, health centers, and community based organizations.

About the role

Position: Data Specialist, Diabetes Prevention Program

Department: Pacific Islander Center of Primary Care Excellence (PI-CoPCE)

Reports To: Deputy Director, PI-CoPCE Director

FTE: .60FTE

Hourly: $22-$25/hour

Status: Temporary 6 months, unbenefitted

Start Date: Immediate - April 30, 2027

Location: Remote

Work Hours: This position requires availability during overlapping Continental U.S. time zones and the ability to maintain accessible working hours across U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands (USAPI) time zones, including Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, as needed.

What you'll do

The Data Specialist is a part time, temporary position that will report to the Director. The Data Specialist will support the data entry, coordination, and reporting needs of the Pacific Islander Center of Primary Care Excellence (PICPCE), including ongoing entry of program data received from partner sites across the U.S.-Affiliated Pacific Islands (USAPI), basic-level data entry training, technical assistance, and data uploads to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This position is expected to be accessible across USAPI time zones, including Guam, Palau, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), and the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).

Describe the role and team the candidate will be joining

The primary responsibilities of the Data Entry Specialist are as follows:

Administrative (10%):

• Provide written updates and data reporting summaries to the Director as directed.
• Work with the Director to maintain consistent communication with partner sites regarding data-related activities and CDC data requirements.
• Help document and maintain data management technical assistance tools, user guides, and protocols for partner sites.

Training and Technical Assistance (30%):

• Provide technical assistance to partner sites on data collection protocols, data entry processes, best practices, and new procedures.
• Develop and deliver basic-level data entry training (virtual and, as needed, on-site) for partner site staff.
• Maintain ongoing communication with partner sites to gather feedback on the data management system and share concerns or improvement ideas with the [PICPCE Director].

Data Entry, Coordination, and Reporting (55%):

• Work with the [PICPCE Director] to orient to CDC data collection protocols, data management tools, and submission requirements.
• Provide data entry support (e.g., [nutrition logs, physical activity data, demographic data, etc.]) for all current delivery partner sites.
• Coordinate with partner sites to collect, track, and follow up on incoming data, and flag missing or inconsistent entries.
• Monitor the timely submission of CDC-required data by partner sites.
• Prepare, review, and upload required data to the CDC [DREM portal / applicable system] in accordance with required formats and deadlines.
• Provide status updates on data entry and submission progress as determined by project leads.
• Participate in meetings with partner sites and relevant CDC training or evaluation meetings as assigned.
• Creatively improve project workflow and efficiency.
• Other duties as requested by the Executive Director or PI-CoPCE Leadership.

General Agency (5%):

• Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among staff, management, and clients.
• Assist in advocacy activities promoting the mission and vision of the organization.
• Participate in staff and program meetings.
• Participate in the organization's functional teams and ad hoc committees.
• Participate in agency activities such as quarterly and annual retreats, volunteer activities, holidays, and other events.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field or commensurate experience.
• Direct knowledge of and experience with Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, particularly those in the USAPI.
• Knowledge of public health issues, including the social determinants of health that impact Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
• Experience working within a community health center setting or directly with community health centers.
• Experience with chronic disease data or multi-site projects.
• Experience or familiarity with CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program data and/or compliance standards.
• Experience preparing or submitting data to federal agencies such as CDC.
• Experience developing or delivering basic training, including virtual training facilitation.
• Strong task-management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with software for data management (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, and database software).
• Familiarity with Mac OSX.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ability to support and implement the mission and goals of AAPCHO.
2. Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to identifying needs, following up with partners, and solving problems without close supervision.
3. Experience with data entry, including attention to accuracy and data quality.
4. Experience providing and responding to data-related requests for technical assistance.
5. Familiarity with software for data management (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, and database software).
6. Awareness of the impact of diabetes on Pacific Islander populations.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Ability to work independently in a remote setting and collaboratively as part of a team.
9. Proficiency with computers, MS Office, and conferencing technologies (e.g., Google Documents, Zoom, Cisco Webex).
10. Availability across USAPI time zones, including some early morning or evening hours as needed.
11. [High school diploma/associate's degree/bachelor's degree] or equivalent combination of education and experience [and 3-5 years of relevant experience].