Data Entry Clerks - Advanced at Abt Associates

No. Required: 76 (35 Migori and 41 Homabay)

Overall Purpose: To manage efficient data entry and data base support services to Vectorlink County project in co-ordination with the DEC Team Lead and the overall supervision of the database coordinator. S/He will ensure proper data entry and filing system for IRS and other epidemiological data collected in the field.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Verifying data and ensuring entries are correct daily.
• Ensure that data from the field captures defined variables.
• Ensure timely reporting on Vectorlink related coverage situations.
• Backing up the database daily
• Ensure daily filing of the data forms after entry into the database as per protocol
• Update the data centre tracking sheet daily
• Daily cleaning of data to eliminate discrepancies

Required qualifications and experience:

• Vocational training in IT related course
• 1 year experience desirable
• Additional professional training in data entry preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Willingness and flexibility to work long and unsociable hours
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Knowledge of USAID procurement policies and regulations a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and database software;
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting;
• Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Applications