Job Description
Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. In Malawi, MSF works in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the local community in integrated HIV/AIDS in Chiradzulu District and Cervical Cancer projects Blantyre districts.
MSFF is looking for its Blantyre Cervical Cancer Project Office:
Position: Data Entry Operator -1 POSITION
Workplace : Blantyre
Type of contract : 3-months Fixed term contract without extension
Start date : ASAP
Main purpose of the position
Carry out all activities related to entry of medical data into the mission database, according to MSF protocols and maintaining confidentiality, in order to have reliable and up to date information.
Main responsibilities
Enter medical data (e.g. patient data, dates of visit, screening results, diagnosis, content of prescription, viral load, etc.) in mission’s database on a regular basis and according to MSF protocols.
Participate in compilation of data both from MSF 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.
Look after all equipment provided and keep recording area clean and tidy, giving special importance to all patient files.
Report any issue concerning data management to superior
Elaborate statistical reports when required by the medical team.
Ensure, promote and maintain confidentiality regarding all information registered.
Specific accountabilities
Required to work in various health facilities in Blantyre and Chiradzulu Districts.
Work at the MSF Chiradzulu Office when necessary
Requirements
Education:
Essential secondary school, Desirable Data Entry related studies
Experience:
Essential previous experience of at least 6 months in similar or relevant positions
Knowledge:
Able to learn and use software used for recording (i.e. Redcap, Stata, etc.)
Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel)
How to apply
Documents to provide:
Cover letter, Updated CV, ID Copy and relevant certificates
Deadline for submission of application: 22-October-2021
NOTE: Letters, CVs and any documentation included in application package will not be returned. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. MSFF does not reimburse the possible costs for transportation for tests and interviews that may take place during the recruitment process. MSF is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fees. : if ever you are requested to pay any amount to process your application or access employment with MSF, do not pay and please inform the MSF administration at 0994343467 or email [email protected] as soon as possible.”
