3 DREAMS Data Entry Clerks – Ankole Sub Region job post at TASO Uganda – Different projects

Job Description

Job Category:
Computer/ IT jobs in Uganda

Job Location:
West Nile Region

Education Level:
Postgraduate Degree

Years Of Experience

1 year

Job Details

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Title (05) REF: TS/HR/ PMGT/03: DREAMS Data Entry Clerk (03

Classification: Contract, Full-time

Reports to: DREAMS Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Salary: Commensurate with training and experience

Duty Station: USAID Local Partner Health Services — Ankole Project (Ibanda, Mbarara and Bushenyi clusters)

Directly Supervises: None

Main Purpose of the Job:

To ensure timely and correct entry of all DREAMS data into the Uganda DREAMS-OVC Tracking System (UDOTS). The DREAMS Data Entry Clerk will carry out other duties relating to updating and validating DREAMS service data in the registers, provide support to peers on data entry using tablets, hard copy data archiving, ensure adherence to the data management SOPs and work closely with the M&E Specialist to ensure effective and efficient data entry into the online capture system.

Key Outputs

• Timely data entry of DREAMS Service data entered Into the DREAMS Tracker Routine data cleaning carried out

• Completeness and accuracy of service data verified

• Quality assurance in data management ensured

• Proper filing and storage of service data maintained Confidentiality of project information ensured

Key Duties and Responsibilities

I. Ensure all DREAMS spaces have the standard and current tools for data capture and reporting;

1. 2. Verify the accuracy of data on the service recipient charts/records before entry into the online

2. DOTS database

3. Carry out prompt and accurate data entry of all DREAMS struck data into the Uganda DREAMS tracking system

4. Ensure no accumulation of backlogs of data un-entered in the UDOTS

5. Support the DREAMS peers in the use of tablets to enter data

6. Lead the process of monthly data cleaning, and harmonization in collaboration with program officers, AGYWs peers group leaders, facilitators, and sub-county DREAMS coordinators

7. Ensure routine and timely update of DREAMS service registers

8. Run routing crofts as May be required by the project team

9. Support completeness of DREAMS reporting by identifying gaps and addressing reporting challenges as they occur.

10. Maintain data entry requirements and standards by following data program SOPs.

11. Ensure proper filing and storage of office data both manually and electronically

12. Participate in the retrieval of information from the system as and when required.

13. Ensure confidentiality of the DREAMs data at all times.

14. Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Job Qualifications

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS: DREAMS Data Entry Clerk

• Minimum Academic Qualification: Diploma in Statistics, Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, Computer Science, Population Studies, Business Computing, Business Statistics OR Information Technology. A Bachelor’s degree in any of the above fields will be an added advantage.

• Additional Training: Training in M&E or in Uganda DREAMS tracking system.

Required Experience and Exposure

• 1 years’ experience in data entry, preferably on a DREAMS Program.

• Experience in a health setting with knowledge of managing PMTCT, HIV Carc & Treatment and I-ICT data is an added advantage.

Special Knowledge

• Knowledge of statistical applications will be an added advantage

• Ethical issues in data management

• DREAMS Data Management

Key Skills

• Computer knowledge in database management, spreadsheet, email, etc.

• Skills in report writing

• Familiar with public health facilities and willing in serving in such settings.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Good communication skills

• Good records management skills

Other Qualities/Attributes:

• Accuracy, Integrity, Confidentiality, Team player and Ability to work under mental and physical stress, and Empathy.

Application Process
Only qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their resume, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials, and three referees, two of whom should be the present employer / immediate supervisor or last employer if unemployed, or any other if it is the first employment being applied for. None of the referees should be a relative, friend or business associate. All referees’ designations should be stated and contact details included i.e. physical address, telephone/ mobile numbers, and email contacts.

All interested Candidates MUST fully fill out the TASO Online Job Application Form, scan and save all the relevant documents as one document (labeled with the candidate’s full names), and forward only online applications with the relevant credentials to:

https://www.cognit0foms.com/TAS01/THEAIDSSUPPORTORGANISATIONTASO

Please visit the TASO Website at www.tasouganda.org to access the detailed job advert. Also. Note that only applications received online shall be considered.

* Posting Date: February 08, 2023

* Closing Date: February 21, 2023 at 4:30 pm

While TASO appreciates all interested applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. In case you do not hear from TASO Uganda One (01) month after the closing date, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

*Please note that any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.