Senior Data Assistant - Busia & Mombasa

Key Responsibilities: Enter data from Case Report Forms (CRFs) into Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems with high accuracy. Perform source data verification and assist in resolving data discrepancies. Organize, label, and securely store physical participant files and trial source documents. Maintain up-to-date CRF tracking logs, visit logs, and query resolution logs. Prepare and retrieve files for internal monitoring, sponsor audits, and regulatory inspections. Support the management and inventory of the data archive room and file storage systems. Provide first-level ICT support including troubleshooting of data entry devices (scanners, tablets, desktops) and internet connectivity issues within the station. Report ICT-related issues to the Data/ICT Manager and follow up on ticket resolution. Assist in configuration and routine checks of EDC hardware and peripheral devices. Ensure data handling complies with GCP, institutional SOPs, and data protection guidelines. Vacancy Requirements: Diploma in Computer Science, Health Records, Information Technology, Information Science, or a related field. Mandatory At least one year experience working in a clinical trial or research setting or equivalent. Mandatory DBMS Skills (Data Cleaning/Query resolutions, and normalization). Mandatory Familiarity with EDC platforms (e.g., REDCap, OpenClinica, Castor,Medidata Rave) is an added advantage. Added Advantage Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Skills & Competencies Effective written communication skills, including project reporting, including using Skills & Competencies Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Skills & Competencies Works professionally and ethically with competence, accountability, and integrity. Skills & Competencies Reporting skills. Skills & Competencies Strong communication skills.