Data Entry Assistant at Medico Legal Aid Foundation

Medico-Legal Aid Foundation (MELAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing access to health, the right to health, and human rights within the framework of health. Established with a mission to champion the rights of survivors, MELAF operates at the intersection of healthcare and legal advocacy. The foundation boasts a dynamic team comprising healthcare professionals, legal experts, and dedicated support staff, all unified by a common commitment to advocate for and empower survivors in their pursuit of justice and well-being.

Currently, MELAF operates as a sub-recipient of the Caritas Nigeria ACCESS Project, which focuses on delivering a comprehensive HIV program in Abia State, Nigeria. This partnership allows MELAF to contribute to a broader initiative addressing health challenges within the region and aligns with the foundation's commitment to promoting health and human rights.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Data Entry Assistant

Location: Umuahia, Abia
Employment Type: Full-time

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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

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.

Qualifications and Experience
Qualified applicants must have:

• Minimum of OND, HND, or Bachelor's Degree 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 computer (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
• Cultural sensitivity, patience and flexibility
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required.
• 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

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, Dauda Arogundade (MEAL Assistant)
• 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

Application Deadline 25th January, 2024.