Data Management Assistant at FHI 360

The central database is maintained on a MySQL database platform, with VB.NET as its main user interface, which also supports partial data analysis and validation. To assist in data capture and site follow up, The Kenya Nutrition and Health Program plus is recruiting Temporary Data Management Assistants on short term performance based contract.

Data Management Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the M&E specialist, the candidate will specifically be responsible for:
• Assist in documentation of data reports received from participating sites
• Reconciliation of information from paper forms to digital, with a minimum 350 entries/day
• Identify incomplete key indicators from the data forms
• Perform data cleaning of entered records using customized system or appropriate SQL interface
• Assist in generation and dispatch of monthly site feedback reports
• Assist in archiving of digitized forms
• Any other duties assigned by M&E specialist

Competencies

• Supportive attitude towards processes of strengthening program office staff/field-based-staff capacity;
• Leadership qualities, team management including mediation and conflict resolution;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Excellent knowledge of statistics including skills use of computer software for statistical analysis and other relevant applications;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in and outside the program;
• Ability to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability in report writing and presentation

Qualifications for the Data Management Assistant Job

• Minimum of Diploma in IT, computer science or related field
• Minimum 1-year practical experience in data management in a busy environment
• Excellent knowledge of database systems, MS Office applications
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills