Apply for Data Clerk at Malaria Consortium

Established in 2003, Malaria Consortium is one of the world’s leading non-profit organisations specialising in the prevention, control and treatment of malaria and other communicable diseases among vulnerable populations. Our mission is to save lives and improve health in Africa and Asia, through evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote universal health coverage.

 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Data Clerk

 

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Employment Type: Part-time

 

Job Summary

 

Malaria Consortium (MC) is one of the world’s leading non-profit organizations dedicated to the control, prevention, and eventual elimination of malaria and other communicable diseases.

Since its establishment in 2003, MC has worked across Africa and Asia to improve health outcomes through evidence-based programming, health systems strengthening, operational research, and community-level interventions.

Project Overview

 

In Nigeria, Malaria Consortium implements several large-scale public health programmes in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, State Ministries of Health, donors, and partners. Key projects include Philanthropic Funding (PF), Global Fund (GF), Monitoring and Evaluation support for Insecticide-Treated Net (ITN) campaigns, Perennial Malaria Chemoprevention (PMC), Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC), SARMAAN II, and CORE programmes.

Following the relocation of the Nigeria Country Office, seven (7) containers serving as document repositories were transported to the new premises. During this movement, previously well-arranged files became disorganized, and several storage cabinets were damaged. In addition, access to the container storage facility requires the construction of a safe and durable iron staircase.

There is also an urgent need to reorganise and archive a large volume of Ondo State ITN campaign documents in line with Malaria Consortium’s compliance, audit, and data protection requirements. To address these needs, Malaria Consortium intends to engage: Technical Assistants (TAs) to support sorting, filing, and archiving of Ondo ITN and other project documents.

Purpose of the Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to restore order, safety, structure, and integrity to Malaria Consortium’s document storage facility and project documentation system through:

 

Sorting, arranging, scanning, classifying, filing, and archiving of Ondo ITN and other project documents

Establishment of a compliant, auditable, and secure document management structure

Scope of Assignment

The Technical Assistants (Data Clerks) shall support the Compliance and Documentation Units to:

 

Sort, classify, arrange, scan, and organise all Ondo ITN and other project documents by project, state, year, month, activity type, document type, and department.

Attach and match all relevant supporting documents to their corresponding payment vouchers and payment advice to ensure completeness of financial documentation.

File documents serially in hard-copy arch files and clearly label each file by:

Project

State

Month

Year

Document type

Archive all completed files in designated cabinets and shelves in a proper sequential order, ensuring easy retrieval and traceability.

Support the scanning and uploading of documents to SharePoint using approved folder structures and naming conventions.

Move and arrange files into the designated physical storage/records room in line with the organisation’s filing structure.

Support the records retention and disposal process, including identifying documents due for disposal, preparing disposal logs, and assisting with secure disposal in line with approved procedures.

Prepare weekly progress reports and submit a final completion report at the end of the assignment.

Specific tasks for consultant

The consultant will support the Compliance Unit with document management and compliance record organization. Specific tasks include:

 

Sort and arrange compliance documents in containers/boxes using agreed categories (project, year, donor, document type)

Label containers clearly and maintain an index/list of contents per container

Move sorted documents into the designated physical storage location (shelves/cabinets/records room) in an organized manner

File documents neatly in physical storage using a consistent structure for easy retrieval

Scan hardcopy documents where required and save them in the approved electronic folder structure

Apply standard file naming conventions and ensure scanned copies are clear, complete, and properly aligned

Update document registers/trackers to reflect physical storage location, container number, and scan status

Conduct quality checks to confirm documents are complete, signed/approved, and correctly filed

Identify and flag missing, incomplete, or damaged documents for follow-up

Ensure confidential handling and secure storage of sensitive documents at all times

Deliverables:

 

Compliance documents sorted, arranged, and stored in labelled containers based on agreed categories (project/year/donor/type)

Documents moved and filed properly into designated physical storage locations with clear indexing for easy retrieval

Required hardcopy documents scanned and saved in the approved electronic folder structure using standard naming conventions

Document registers/trackers updated to reflect physical storage location, container details, and scan status

Quality assurance completed with a gap list of missing/incomplete documents and progress updates submitted to the Compliance Unit.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

 

Minimum of National Diploma (ND) or equivalent; additional training in records management, data management, or office administration is a plus.

At least 2–3 years of experience in document handling, filing, and data entry.

Experience in sorting, classifying, and archiving project documents.

Familiarity with physical and electronic filing systems.

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, email) and ability to use document management tools.

Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Desired:

 

Previous experience supporting health, development, or donor-funded projects.

Familiarity with project documentation standards and compliance requirements.

Ability to work methodically, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Basic understanding of records retention and disposal policies.

Reporting & Coordination:

 

Reports to the Project Documentation Officer.

Works closely with other Compliance Unit staff.

Coordinates with the Project Documentation Officer team to ensure timely filing, archiving, and retrieval of documents.

Intellectual Property & Confidentiality

 

All documents handled remain the property of the contracting organization.

Technical Assistant Data clerks must maintain strict confidentiality and are prohibited from sharing, copying, or distributing project documents without authorization.

Sensitive documents should be handled and stored securely at all times.

Application Closing Date

2nd February, 2026.

 

Interested candidates should:

Go to Data Clerk at Malaria Consortium to apply

 

Note

 

Interested and qualified candidates who are passionate and willing to contribute towards the achievement of our goals should kindly fill in the application form above before 5:00pm Monday, 2nd February 2026.

Kindly note that applicants who do not follow this specification will be disqualified.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kindly note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and as a result, the process may conclude before the advertised deadline. Therefore, early applications are highly encouraged.

Malaria Consortium does not accept or ask for payment during recruitment. We also would not accept hardcopy CVs; all applications should be sent through the above link

Malaria Consortium is committed to protecting children and vulnerable adults and ensuring that all staff, partners, and representatives uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Our Safeguarding Policy outlines our responsibility to prevent abuse, harassment, and exploitation in all areas of our work.

We expect everyone working with us staff, consultants, volunteers, and partners to adhere to this policy and our Code of Conduct. By following these standards, we help create safe environments and reduce any risk of harm in the communities we serve.