Data Entry Assistant at Aid for Community Sustainable Development (ACSD)

Aid for Community Sustainable Development (ACSD) is a Nigerian non-governmental organization, that has evolved from its initial vision into the dream organization it is today. The organization has worked in various areas, including gender and women's empowerment, economic empowerment for girls and youth, education, good governance, and health-related initiatives such as Universal Health Coverage, HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria prevention and treatment, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) support, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services, nutrition, preventing/controlling poverty-related diseases, food security, and environmental sustainability.

Aid for Community Sustainable Development Foundation is actively engaged in a significant partnership with Caritas Nigeria, serving as a sub-recipient for the PEPFAR/CDC ACCESS HIV Project in Abia State, Nigeria. This collaboration underscores ACSD's commitment to playing a vital role in addressing critical health issues, particularly the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS. By partnering with Caritas Nigeria, the foundation expands its reach and impact, contributing to the broader National and International efforts to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Entry Assistant

Location: Umuahia, Abia

Job Summary

• The Data Entry Assistant is expected to carry out data entry into all EMR and electronic platforms provided by CCFN for documenting service delivery and other efforts of the CBO.
• This requires daily and weekly data collation and reporting activities in the community where primary implementation takes place. They will additionally ensure the availability of quality data through regular scheduled data verifications and validations activities. S/he will ensure the availability and use of Program Monitoring and Evaluation tools. The ideal person is expected to support the CBO Monitoring and Evaluation in the achievement of all Strategic Information mandates assigned the CBO.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Carryout data entry for HTS and Treatment indicators in the course of service delivery at CBO level.
• Assist in providing SI related technical support and supervision in the planning, implementation and review of program implementation strategies.
• Support CBO technical staff in ensuring service delivery activities are recorded into the provided national tools as appropriate. Transcribing the services recorded into the NMRS and other electronic platforms provided is a critical component of his/her task.
• Consistently identify gaps in M&E processes and resolve them under the supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation officer.
• Responsible for logistic support activities which include prompt supply of PMM and PME forms and registers in the course of project implementation to prevent of stock outs of same.
• Participate in relevant trainings, coaching sessions and other forums that increases job knowledge and improves overall quality.
• Participates actively in Data Quality Assurance (DQA) activities and other data quality and validation activities to ensure our data meets standards set for quality.

Additional Responsibilities:

• The Responsibilities (Above) are not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other related tasks as required and will be responsible for reporting and communicating progress and achievement of the specific assigned tasks.

Qualifications and Experience
Qualified applicants must have:

• Minimum of OND or Bachelor’s Degree or HND preferable.
• Completion of NYSC or an exemption certificate.
• Experience in health-related M&E is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in the use of computers (Word processing, Excel, and database programs).
• Good communication and reporting skills including proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Key Competencies:
Applicants must also possess:

• Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and make reasoned judgments in a timely fashion. Committing to a course of action without undue delay or prevarication
• Team work and personal impact
• Attention to detail.

Additional Advantage:

• Understanding of faith-based organizations and capacity-building in local partnerships
• Familiarity with policies, procedures, and priorities of Caritas agencies
• Demonstrated commitment to improving gender equality in programming and operations.
• Flexibility to work both in a team and independently
• Cultural sensitivity, patience and flexibility
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.

Key working relationships:
Internal:

• Program Leadership, Immediate supervisor(s), Strategic Information Lead

External:

• Local SDF Partners, Government at Local and State Levels, Civil Societies, Sister Agencies and Organizations, other Relevant Bodies.

Typical Physical Demands

• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.

Disclaimer

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Application Closing Date
26th January, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications (in MS Word or PDF) to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• All documents should be in MS Word or PDF format.
• Applicant should attach their cover letter and CV as a single document.
• The subject should be the applicant’s name and the position applying for in bracket. Eg, Uduma Nkechi (ART Nurse)
• All documents should be in a single MS Word or PDF format.
• All applications must be sent via e-mail. No surface mails or telephone calls will be entertained.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.