AMREF Data Entry Clerks

AMREF is seeking to fill the following position for the APHIAplus Northern Arid Lands Project funded by USAID.

The project supports integrated service delivery and addresses the social determinants of health.

The programmatic intervention areas for the project focus primarily on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, Malaria, Family Planning/Reproductive Health, MNCH, Nutrition, WASH, and a number of interventions related to the social determinants of health (household economic strengthening for specific target groups).

Position: Data Entry Clerks

8 Positions

Reference Number: KCO/NAL/011/2012

The positions report to the Regional Team Leaders and the incumbents will be based in Turkana, Samburu, Isiolo, Marsabit, Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, and Tana River.

Purpose of the Job:To provide expertise and technical support in data entry, data management procedures for easy analysis and reporting of the project activities as required by the project M&E plan while working with the other project members and Ministry of Health personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of the project database.
• Assist in the continuous development of data management processes.
• Provide technical support in data management.
• Assist in data cleaning using reports generated.
• Support in the increase of efficiency and reliability of data entry and information.
• Provide support in writing and compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual data reports.
• Manage and maintain a proper filing system for ease of data retrieval.
• Ensure necessary MOH registers and summary tools are in place and in use at all supported sites.

Qualifications and Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have a Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science or its equivalent.

At least two (2) years relevant work experience.

Experience in the use of statistical analysis packages - STATA; SPSS, Epi info and records management are necessary.

Should have strong quantitative, qualitative and analytical skills.

Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work under minimum supervision.

This is a challenging opportunitiy for dedicated and highly motivated professionals.

If you would like to join this dynamic team and help bring lasting health for Africa, please quote the position and reference number (KCO/NAL/011/2012) in the subject matter and send your application letter and CV include contact details of three work-related referees, to the Human Resources Manager, AMREF Kenya by e-mail to recruitment@amref.org

Please do not attach certificates and testimonials and this point.

The closing date for submitting applications is Monday, 09th April 2012.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.