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DATA ASSISTANT -(Mombasa)

REF No: DATA/ASST/04/2023

Tujitegemee is a five-year program under Kenya Health Partnerships for Quality Services (KHPQS) funded by USAID PEPFAR to implement OVC & DREAMS Programs in coastal region counties of Kilifi and Mombasa by Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team (AMURT).  Tujitegemee is currently in year 3 of implementation and aims at increasing access and Demand for Quality HIV Prevention Services and increasing access to Quality Health and Social Services among OVC/DREAMS and their families.

AMURT wishes to recruit 2 Data Assistants who will be based in Mombasa County to support data entry in the DREAMS database.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure that all final data is compliant with all DREAMS reporting requirements before entering it into the database and filing.
  • Enter approved, correct data into the DREAMS database per set time frames to meet reporting requirements.
  • Facilitate ward-level review meetings
  • Conduct basic identification of data quality gaps and guide the data clerks accordingly.
  • Conduct monthly verification of source documents.
  • Ensure all AGYW files are complete with all the documentation and ensure filing is done according to the SOP.
  • Provide weekly performance data, and analysis and discuss with the program team.
  • Support the M&E team in SIMS and PEPFAR/OGAC site visit preparations by conducting DQA checks.
  • Provide feedback on data submission processes to ensure processes are streamlined and required information is being submitted per set time frames.
  • Conduct regular reviews of program data to enable the team to identify whether targets are being met and take immediate corrective actions.
  • Execute data quality audits using DQA tools and ensure follow‐up is complete.
  • Any other responsibility as will be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Must have at least a diploma in Health Information Technology or any relevant related field. A degree will be an added advantage
  • Must have a certificate in computer with at least one year of experience in Data Entry.
  • Must be between ages 25– 35 years and be a residentof Mombasa
  • Must be very dependable and detail Oriented in matters concerning work
  • Commitment to work to beat deadlines is a MUST!
  • Experience in working with the DREAMS database will be an added advantage.
  • Local candidates are encouraged to apply

All applicants should urgently email a letter of application, CV, certificates, and relevant testimonials to jobs2022@amurtafrica.org by 18th April 2023. indicating current and expected Salary. Candidates should clearly indicate the position applied for and its Reference number as DATA/ASST /04/2023 as the email subject. Interviews will be done on a rolling basis and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

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