Position: Data Clerk

Reports to: MEAL Coordinator

Place of work: Kumbo, North West Region

Expected Start Date: Immediately

Duration of Contract : 11 Months (with possibility of extension)

Publication Date: 2^nd October 2024

About IDF

The Integrated Development Foundation (IDF), a non-governmental organization, created on the 12^th of February 1994 with head office at Mile 3 Nkwen, Bamenda. Her main objective is to contribute to implement the conditions that can allow marginalized and vulnerable people to regain their dignity and improve their living conditions.

IDF as Civil Society organization is an implementing partner of the 26 local Sub Recipient– Implementing Partners (SR-IPs) of the CoSMO Project in at least 68 health districts across all 10 regions of Cameroon.

She is seeking the services of a qualified , experienced and highly motivated data clerk. The position will be based in Kumbo, North West Region of Cameroon.

Primary Responsibilities:

This person is responsible for data entry to the MIS and archiving projects participants files in thorough respect of confidentiality of the data.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

§  The Data Clerk will work closely with the Case Workers to ensure that all relevant data is entered into the electronic database and registers in a timely and accurate manner;

§  Ensures that all data entered into the electronic data base is regularly cleaned to remove all errors before utilization in analysis and generation of reports;

§  Works in liaison with the MEAL Coordinator and the Case Management Coordinator to fix all inconsistencies/errors identified in the data;

§  Actively monitor performance of the data entry platform and immediately report malfunctions to the MEAL Coordinator;

§  Ensure that data is always kept confidential including the data recorded in the electronic platform;

§  Regularly validate data received vs data entered;

§  Ensure that all entered hard copy data are properly labeled and archived/stored in a systematic manner to facilitate easy retrieval when necessary;

§  Document and report all incidents arising to the MEAL Coordinator immediately for appropriate action to be taken;

§  Perform any other duties that may be assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

§  The Data Clerk should have one to two years' experience preferably in an NGO environment;

§  The applicant should hold a GCE Advance Level, Baccalaureate or any relevant diploma;

§  General knowledge in use of applications like MS Word, MS Excel, power point

§  Follow instructions given in both verbal and written format;

§  Effective time management Skills;

§  Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills;

§  High degree of Integrity;

§  Ability and willingness to work in a team;

§  Carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines;

§  Highly self-driven with capacity to work under minimal or no supervision;

§  Fluency in written and spoken French or English;

§  Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and writing;

§  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals;

§  Ability to write routine reports and correspondences.

Required/Desired Foreign Language: Fluency in French, Professional Proficiency in English required

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, task and responsibilities associated with this position

Application Process:

Files  must include:

1.     a cover letter

2.      CV of maximum 4 pages

3.     Application  addressed to the IDF Coordinator

4.     List of atleast 3 references

5.     An  evidence of relevant academic/professional qualifications

6.     Proof of candidates professional experience

Applications should be submitted in hard copy in the office at Mile 3 Nkwen (FONAB Junction) or online sent to the following address : idfbamenda@gmail.com and sunnyayuhnwi@gmail.com

Deadline for submission will be 11/10/2024 at 3pm

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

NB: Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Applicants should note that IDF values and protects human life at all cost and will be required to do same if recruited. IDF also expects her staff to treat all persons equal with dignity, respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation & trafficking .