Data Officer Job Vacancies at PASADA – 19 Posts

Data Officer Job Vacancies at PASADA – 19 Posts

Dar es Salaam

PASADA

PASADA is a faith based organization operating under the Catholic Archdiocese of Dar Es salaam.

PASADA is a faith based organization operating under the Catholic Archdiocese of Dar Es salaam. PASADA strives to reach the poorest of the poor living with HIV/AIDS and provide them with compassionate care, treatment and support services. Although sponsored by the Catholic Church, the services offered by PASADA are available to all individuals without discrimination of any sort.

PASADA AFYA JUMUISHI PROGRAM

PASADA is anticipating a sub-recipient funding from Management and Development for Health (MDH) to implement Afya Jumuishi program to continue provision of comprehensive HIV care and treatment service in nineteen health facilities in Dar Es Salaam region effective October 2023 to September 2024.

JOB TITLE: Data Officer (19 posts)

DEPARTMENT: Program

SECTION: Monitoring and Evaluation

REPORTS TO: Data Manager with dotted line to Site Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

To enter into computer first visit data, post-test results

Requirements: Education, Work experience and Skills:

• Diploma in Computer Science or Health Informatics or Statistics or Information and Communication Technology (ICT) or related field
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working as a data entry officer in the HIV/AIDS program settings.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in both English and Kiswahili- verbal and written
• Ability to -work both individually and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Must be computer literate – conversant with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities:

• Ensure completeness of all variables in the data collection and reporting tools.
• Ensure all files and client results are entered in the database on time and no backlog. Verily the accuracy and reliability of the recorded and reported data.
• Ensure all SOP and guidelines on how to fill data collection and reporting tools are available and used accordingly.
• Produce facility daily, weekly, monthly/quarterly reports in collaboration with counsellor, Nurse and clinical Tracker, ensure timely submission to site Manager for verification and PASADA data collection team and other stakeholder.
• Ensure analysis and summarization of data and reports is properly done.
• Ensure proper storage of files, reports and all data related to HIV and AIDS, as well as a proper filing system using appropriate registration numbers to simplify storage and retrieval of documents.
• Ensure staff who are involved in data recording and reporting in the database have their own pass word to log in
• Implement data quality activities in all sections of the facility where data are being collected and reported
• Ensure data are well stored and protected from damage.
• Participate in data management and net loss analysis at facility.
• Participate in QI activities that aimed to increase retention at facility level
• Bring up ideas/ comments that may contribute to better system for data management
• Ensure confidentiality of client’s information
• Not allowed to delete or give out any facility data / client’s information without permission of site Manager/ Data Manager/ASS. Data Manager or Medical Director Report any challenges encountered to site manager/ Data manager Perform any other duties as assigned by site Manager.

How to apply:

All application letters should indicate the position of interest on the envelope, attached with detailed Current curriculum vitae, certified photocopies of certificates, testimonials, transcripts and names of two referees and day time telephone number for confidential contact, should be sent not later than 20 September 2023, interested candidates are encouraged to physically bring their applications at Temeke Chang’ombe opposite Police Chang’ombe within Catholic Church Compound or send them online using info@pasada.or.tz. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

The contact address is;

The PASADA Executive Director PASADA

P. O. Box 70225 DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania.

NON DISCRIMINATION NOTE:

PASADA advocates and upholds the principle of equal opportunity for all and does not discriminate in its short listing, selection or employment practices that are based on racial, creed, sexual orientation, religious basis, sex, nationality, political affiliation, gender bases, marital status, inability or disability, or any other form which does not constitute merits.