Job Summary

CVT is a US based non-governmental and non-profit organization engaged in mental health programs in Ethiopia to support the Eritrean refugees in Mai-Ayni and Adi-Harush refugee camps and internally displaced persons (IDPs). Currently, CVT is looking for qualified Data Entry Assistant to support the efforts in responding to the IDP needs in Mai-Tsebri and Shire areas. This is a full time position based in Mai-Tsebri and/or Shire for six months. The position holders will report to the Senior Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer technically, and to the Admin/HR Officer administratively

Major duties and responsibilities: 

• Review and enter paper form data, and clean electronic records of data related to clinical and community outreach activities. 
• Enter data into a database
• Verify that data are correctly entered and are clean for analysis 
• Back-up data storage files after data entry
• Safeguard the confidentiality of client data.
• Ensure the secure storage of electronic data (as well as paper forms while in possession).
• Maintain original, blank, paper copies of data collection and monitoring forms.
• Ensure that a supply of adequate paper forms is available as needed by clinical and counseling staff. 
• Work with M&E and clinical staff to ensure adequate procedures are in place to securely collect, enter, and store confidential client information 
• Contribute to other tasks to support the monitoring and evaluation of the program, as directed. 
• May support the Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer in some tasks related to regular reporting for internal or external audiences. 

Terms of Employment: Six months contract

Number of Individuals Recruited: One

Job Requirements

Qualifications Required

• Excellent computer skills, especially strong proficiency with SPSS, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
• Diploma or above in Information technology or related.
• Must be fluent in Tigrigna, Amharic, and English, written and spoken. 
• High level of attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, self-motivated. 
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Good team player: able to take direction and work collaboratively with others.
• Flexible and able to adapt to change. Desired:
• Experience in data entry. 
• Experience with online surveys, such as SurveyGizmo.
• Fluency in other Eritrean languages such as Saho, Tigre, etc.
• Degree or other certifications in social science, computer science, program evaluation, etc

How to Apply

Please write an English letter of application stating clearly what motivates you to apply for the above position and how your qualifications and experience are relevant to the post. Include a copy of your CV, application letter, and the names and contact information of three references. Do not bring original documents as these will not be returned to you. Submitting false information will result in your application being disqualified. Please e-mail applications to hrmaitsebri.cvt@gmail.com or submit hardcopies in Mai Tsebri and Shire CVT office before March 26, 2021 5:00pm, with the subject title “Data Entry Assistant Position Application [Your Name]”. E-mails with attachments should not exceed a total of 1MB. Please send applications and CV only for this time. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written exam and interview. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.