Data Clerk at SOS Children's Villages

We seek to recruit a dynamic mature person to become Data Clerk for SOS Children’s Villages – FSP, Suba.

Key Functions of the Job

The Data Clerk will undertake various duties which include but not limited to the following:-

• Keeps track of received data and source documents.
• Data entry on the beneficiaries Children protection system (CPIMS) database/portal. And maintain beneficiary files Enters alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into computer following format displayed on screen, and enters necessary codes. Database is reviewed regularly
• Confirms accuracy of data such as days, dates and times.
• Compares data entered with source documents, or reenters data in verification format on screen to detect errors.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining an effective and efficient records management system.
• Generates reports, analyze and responds to inquiries regarding entered data as requested.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Maintains confidential information
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.
• Prepares requisitions for program materials ensuring that the procurement procedure is followed.
• Counts sorts incoming articles to verify that all items on the delivery note or invoice have been received.
• Examines all items received to verify that they are in good condition and conform to the specifications contained in the requisition or order form.
• Issue stock to authorized project staff keeping accurate records of all materials issued and maintains up-to-date inventory as well as all stock records and is responsible for annual stock taking.
• Prepares requisition or order for new stock in order to meet the on-going requirements of project.

Required Qualifications / Abilities

• Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems
• At least 2 years relevant work experience in similar field.
• Practical experience in networked environment and support for remote users
• Extensive ability to use and support of standard micro computing applications such as Microsoft OFFICE SUITE and office 365
• Knowledge of supporting Windows client and virtual servers.
• Knowledge on data entry on Children protection information management system portal
• Knowledge in analyzing the reports from the CPIMS data
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing (English and Swahili)
• High quality written & oral communication ability
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking and time-management skills

The position offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package.