Data Clerk

Purpose of the Post: To ensure accurate collection and management of Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI & EPI) data in the province

Organizational context:  Under the direct supervision of the ARPO/WHO Regional Team Lead/Medical Officer Polio and the overall supervision of the WHO Representative in Afghanistan

Summary of Assigned Duties:

Working under direct supervision of the respective Provincial Polio Officer, the incumbent will work in close coordination with the Provincial PEI Manager; the incumbent data clerk will undertake the following duties:

• Compile all data related to supplementary immunization activities including pre-, intra-, and post-campaign activities.

• Compile the administrative (reported) coverage and intra-campaign monitoring data of all supplementary immunization activities (OPV and OPV/IPV).

• Compile and feed forward polio surveillance related data.

• Validate and clean all the compiled data; and maintain repository of the provincial data.

• Feed forwards the validated data to the regional and provincial levels as per the program timelines.

• Any other as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications Required:

• Resident of the area of assignment or proven affiliation/familiarity with it.

• Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team and adapt to diverse social and cultural backgrounds.

• Maintain high standards of personal conduct and integrity.

• Willingness to work long hours and weekends, especially during important activities such conferences/meetings, vaccination campaigns, and other essential events.

Functional Skills and Knowledge:

• Should have knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures.

• Should be able to work during the campaigns until late hours.

• Should be able to work independently and in a team.

• The candidate should have no dual responsibilities and will be FULL time staff, if recruited.

Educations:

Essential: Secondary school certificate is required.

Desirable: Diploma/Degree in Computer Science/IT is highly desirable.

Experience:

Essential: At least two-year experience in Data area.

Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN/Government/NGO system

Languages: Very good knowledge of English and the local languages (Pashto and Dari).

IT Skills:

• Proficiency in data entry, cleaning, validation, and management using tools like Microsoft Excel and database systems.

• Ability to compile, analyze, and organize large datasets related to immunization and surveillance activities.

• Experience maintaining data repositories and ensuring timely, accurate data sharing across program levels.

Under the direct supervision of the ARPO/WHO Regional Team Lead/Medical Officer Polio and the overall supervision of the WHO Representative in Afghanistan.

•  Fostering Integration and Teamwork

• Communicating in a credible and effective way

• Knowing and managing your self

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