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Supervisor Medical Data Entry - Afar Project

Policy Semera/Dupti, Afar

Role description

The main purpose of the Position
Ensure completion of all activities related to medical data entry and data management into the mission database. Supervise, organize and plan the activity of  Data Entry officers/operators, as well as identify their training needs in order to provide good service support and reliability of the data collected.
Accountabilities
Supervise, organize and plan the activity of data entry officer in order to have a trustworthy record of medical activities and determining his/her training and technical support needs to ensure the quality of the data collected and the reliability of the service.
Maintaining regular backups and making sure that all the essential project medical data including the outreach team entered the mission's database is accurate in accordance with MSF guidelines.
Ensure collation and entry of all data identified by project managers for collection (e.g. morbidity, mortality, surveillance of diseases of epidemics, nutrition, weight, etc) into the appropriate data management system while ensuring quality of data.
Do quality control data officers’ performance on regular basis.
Know and ensure proper use of software used for recording (i.e. DHIS2, MS excel, Activity Info, Power BI, etc.)
Provide technical support to data entry officers/operators in project sites and give response to their training needs.
Provide regular statistical reports for the medical team as well as informing the superior of any missing information, major changes, or big differences in data.
MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities
The Data supervisor role requires working with PMR, MAM, NAM, HP manager and other departments in various areas. Aside from the general tasks as outlined above, specifically for Afar Project support will do the following, amongst other tasks:
Communicate regularly with medical staff in the (re)training, when necessary, on proper registration of patients, proper filling of the various forms, clarifying queries, obtaining missing information and correcting errors, ensuring they have ongoing sufficient supplies of necessary hardcopy data collection forms.
Improve adherence to standard operating procedures regarding data entry and recording at the project to preserve and improve the standard of MSF data management.
Assist in the implementation of new medical data tools (e.g., DHIS2, Kobo collect, ODK, EpiInfo, Activity info, MSF’s health information system).
Provide a clear and insightful statistical report for the medical team according to their needs on a regular basis.
Works cooperatively with e-Health Team to solve issues related to MSF tools.
Ensure patient data privacy and security following MSF policies and legal requirements (e.g., GDPR, medical ethics).
Collaborate with medical teams, epidemiologists, and project coordinators to ensure data use for decision-making.
Ensure timely submission of medical reports to internal and external stakeholders (DGH, RHB).
Manages efficiently MSF Tools such as the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and DHIS2.
Communicates with the departments to ensure that receives all necessary information to enter data correctly, consistently, accurate and complete in a timely and efficient manner.
Train new and existing staff on data collection tools and reporting processes.
Ensure proper filing of documents according to MSF standards
Assists in the compilation and preparation of regular reports and providing detailed information to medical teams (daily, weekly, monthly, according to patient treatment requirements).
The position holder may be asked to take up additional duties/ hold another position for purposes of Emergency Intervention
Education
Essential
: Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Health Information Management, Statistics, Information and Technology (IT).
Desirable
:  Degree in Health Information Management.
Experience
Essential
:  At least two years on medical data management or   health information management system professional profiles.
Desirable
:  working experience with MSF or other NGOs
Other Requirements
Essential
: Mission language essential English in addition to other local languages
Essential
: knowledge data analysis software (DHIS2, Kobo collect, ODK, Excel, power BI, Epi Info, etc)
Essential:
Computer literacy (Outlook, PowerPoint, excel, word , and internet)
Desirable:
knowledge on medical statistics databases. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure, Strong understanding of medical terminology and epidemiological indicators.
Competencies
Results and Quality Orientation L2
Teamwork and Cooperation L2
Behavioural Flexibility L2
Commitment to MSF Principles L2
Stress Management L3
How To Apply
Type of contrac
t: Full Time
Location:
Semera/Dupti, Afar
Terms of employment:
Fixed Term contract
Starting Monthly Gross Salary/month:
869 USD
Number of Position:
One
Other Benefits:
As per the Organization Policy
If you are interested, please
complete the Application Form
via the link below:
Application Form Questionnaire
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LINK
Deadline: June 11,2026
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
If you are short-listed, you will be invited to a technical test.
Only the candidates that will pass the technical test will be called for an interview.
Including reference checks and verification of professional history.
Qualified Female Applicant are highly encouraged to apply.
MSF values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender, marital status, race, color, or ethnic and national origins, religion, or belief. The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your personal data.
MSF operates a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, abuse of power, and discrimination. Safe Recruitment procedures apply, including reference checks and verification of professional history. MSF is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
Adherence to MSF Behavioural Commitments is required
.
Skills (mandatory):
Data analysis, Data Analysis & Reporting, Basic Data/Record-keeping., Data Collection & Analysis
Skills (desired):
Stress management, Team work, Behavioral Flexibility
Languages:
ENGLISH
Work experience:
1-3 years
Managerial experience:
1-3 years
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