Job Title: Data Entry Operator
Location: Nigeria
Hierarchical: Project Manager
Functional: Technical Manager – Medical, MEAL Manager
Main Purpose
- Carry out medical data collection and entry activities into the mission database, recording all relevant clinical and demographic data on patients.
- Ensure data quality/reliability and up-to-date information, according to INTERSOS protocols, and maintain confidentiality while producing appropriate and updated documents for the medical team in order to support decision-making processes.
Tasks
- Ensure that all data entered have been authorized and that appropriate documentation has been received (patient records, treatment monitoring, etc.).
- Enter medical data (e.g. patient data, dates of visit, content of prescription, viral load, etc.) in mission’s database on a regular basis and according to INTERSOS protocols. Ensure that all data entry processes occur in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ensure all data collected and entered to databases are consistently accurate and complete.
- Being responsible for ensuring that quality control queries of the database are followed up, ensure identification of data entry errors and corrections.
- Immediately report to the supervisor any anomalies in the database.
- Participate in compilation of data both from INTERSOS structures and from collaborating health facilities.
- Participate in the search for missing data.
- Update files of existing patients and make any corrections needed.
- Make regular back-ups of all data processed and fill documents according to INTERSOS standards.
- Look after all equipment provided and keep the recording area clean and tidy, giving special importance to all patient files.
- Report any issue concerning data management to the superior.
- Elaborate statistical reports when required by the medical team.
- Ensure, promote, and maintain confidentiality regarding all information registered.
- Assist in the compilation and preparation of regular reports.
Requirements
Education:
- BA or BSc Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience in the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function.
Professional Requirements:
- At least 2years of previous work experience in a data management role in an NGO.
- Previous experience in health data management is considered an asset.
- Able to learn and use the software used for recording.
- Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel).
Personal Requirements:
- Results and quality orientation.
- Teamwork and cooperation.
- Behavioural flexibility.
- Service orientation.
- Commitment to INTERSOS principles.
Languages:
- Local language is essential. Mission language desirable.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the application link below
Note
- Interested candidates should attach their CV with a Cover Letter following this format: “Surname_ Position you applied for”; and click submit to complete the application process (Only PDF attachment will be accepted)
- Only applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.