Data Entry Operator at INTERSOS

Main Purpose

• Carry out medical data collection and entry activities into the mission database, recording all relevant clinical and demographic data on patients.
• Ensure data quality/reliability and up-to-date information, according to INTERSOS protocols, and maintain confidentiality while producing appropriate and updated documents for the medical team in order to support decision-making processes.

Tasks

• Ensure that all data entered have been authorized and that appropriate documentation has been received (patient records, treatment monitoring, etc.).
• Enter medical data (e.g. patient data, dates of visit, content of prescription, viral load, etc.) in mission’s database on a regular basis and according to INTERSOS protocols. Ensure that all data entry processes occur in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure all data collected and entered to databases are consistently accurate and complete.
• Being responsible for ensuring that quality control queries of the database are followed up, ensure identification of data entry errors and corrections.
• Immediately report to the supervisor any anomalies in the database.
• Participate in compilation of data both from INTERSOS structures and from collaborating health facilities.
• Participate in the search for missing data.
• Update files of existing patients and make any corrections needed.
• Make regular back-ups of all data processed and fill documents according to INTERSOS standards.
• Look after all equipment provided and keep the recording area clean and tidy, giving special importance to all patient files.
• Report any issue concerning data management to the superior.
• Elaborate statistical reports when required by the medical team.
• Ensure, promote, and maintain confidentiality regarding all information registered.
• Assist in the compilation and preparation of regular reports.

Requirements
Education:

• BA or BSc Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent field experience in the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) function.

Professional Requirements:

• At least 2years of previous work experience in a data management role in an NGO.
• Previous experience in health data management is considered an asset.
• Able to learn and use the software used for recording.
• Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel).

Personal Requirements:

• Results and quality orientation.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Behavioural flexibility.
• Service orientation.
• Commitment to INTERSOS principles.

Languages:

• Local language is essential. Mission language desirable.