Main tasks and responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities:
Ensure proper filling system is in place in accordance with Project file management SOP
Receive completed forms, verify and validate for completeness, accuracy and integrity
Enter data from paper formats into computer files or database systems
Type in data provided directly from project sites
Update existing data whenever required
Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested
Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation
Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost
Verifying and keying in data
Help in retrieval and storage of OVC files accordingly and whenever required during data quality assurance exercise
Provide data for and participate in monthly data review meetings
Perform regular data cleaning to ensure quality OVC data in ACTIVITY INFO
Support the MEAL team in tracking project indicators and reporting progress.
Assist in data validation and quality assurance processes to ensure reliable and consistent information.
Prepare datasets and summaries for program reviews, evaluations, and learning events
Essential Requirements
Sound coordination skills and a demonstrated ability to multi-task
Demonstrates diplomacy, flexibility, and resourcefulness
Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work with and in teams.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills as well as good judgment and vision
Excellent organizational skills, team work and ability to prioritize tasks in a timely manner
Required skills and experiences
A degree in Statistics, Information technology, Mathematics or any statistics with 5 years' experience.
Proven experience as data entry clerk or equivalent for at least 1 year
Familiarity and experience with OVC programming
Experience with data cleaning and analysis
Fast typing skills; Knowledge of touch-typing system is strongly preferred
Excellent knowledge of Ms office (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices
Basic understanding of databases
Positive attitude & an open mind
Understanding of MEAL concepts, including monitoring, evaluation, and accountability.
Ability to analyze trends and provide insights to support program improvement.
Familiarity with activity info or similar MEAL databases and reporting tools