Data Coordinator (x4)

Cidrz

Title: Data Coordinator Ref No. DC/TB/31/10/22
Grade: C5
Project: P333 – USAID TBLON
Location: Ndola, Chinsali, Lusaka, Kasama – Lusaka District, Lusaka Province

Publish Date: 31 Oct 2022 00:00

Deadline Date: 10 Nov 2022 00:00

Description:
Reports to SI Manager. The incumbent will take the primary role of managing data associates, ensuring that data is collected in a timely manner, and adhering to all data collection SOPs. In collaboration with Strategic Information Specialist, he/she will lead the development of SOPs and data collection timelines that feed into all reporting requirements.

Main duties
Works closely with data associates and facility-based staff to collect data timely, complete and accurate data
Works closely with the facility staff to generate and submit weekly, monthly, quarterly reports as required
Actively participates in adhoc data collection per programme needs
Have a clear understanding of all data collection tools and reporting indicators
Support facility level data review meeting
Ensures timely collection of all database backups e.g. SmartCare TDB
Ensures safekeeping, proper organization, filing and tracking of data
Develops and performs weekly quality control measures; identify problems and provide feedback to Data control staff
Responds to/resolve all questions/problems from data entry staff and communicate any pertinent issues to Superiors
Plans and conducts data quality activities, and prepare data quality reports
Maintains an accurate and current inventory of all computing equipment and supplies
Mentors Data Associates staff on data collection and entry procedures and common data errors/problems within the clinic and at other sites as requested
Conducts staff evaluations periodically as requested and management of leave for staff.
Responds to verifications of collected data and provide feedback accordingly.
Monitors backlog within the facilities and carrying out necessary action to clear such backlog if need be.

Qualifications
Grade 12 Certificate
3 years minimum years of work experience
Diploma in Information Management/Computer Science, M&E training or related field
Experience and proficient working with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
Experience working with electronic data collection tools like DHIS2, ODK, etc
Experience managing staff and coordinating data collecting and reporting activities at facility level
Experience working in a research or public health setting will be an added advantage
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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