Data Clerk at Nyanza Reproductive Health Society (NRHS)

Reports to: Project Coordinator.

Job summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a database for the project, entering data, validating the data, analyzing the data and communicating resulting information to NIGEE and the project’s donor.

Responsibilities and duties

• Designing an appropriate database and entering data.
• Analysing data from a dash board, relaying the scores and other agreed upon parameters to the project coordinator and head of programs.
• Troubleshooting an online platform and liaising with the supplier to support where needed.
• Conducting routine data validation and data quality audits.
• Writing and submitting periodic reports to the project coordinator.
• Adhere to all NIGEE policies including policies on child protection, safeguarding, data protection, confidentiality, procurement and financial management.
• Any other duties as may be assigned to assist the organisation meet its objective.

Qualifications and experience

• Education:  Diploma in Computer Science, Statistics or related field from a recognised institution.  Bachelor’s degree and/or professional certification course added advantage.
• Experience:  At least two years’ experience as a data clerk or above in a busy project. IT skills in software, hardware and networks management required.
• Competencies: A well routed individual in data analysis, good decision-making skills, good leadership skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, good organisational skills, pleasant, collegial in conduct, able to write reports, ability to multi-task and willing to work long hours to meet deadlines without additional financial compensation

Terms of employment: One-year contract subject to successful probation in the first three months.