Data Capturer - Kuruman at Anova Health Institute

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Data Capturing

• Daily capturing of data or information acquired from all registers.
• Verify information provided for credibility and ensure there are no duplications/omissions.
• Ensure confidentially of patient files and information.
• Capture data completely, accurately and as prescribed.
• Provide updates and training on data capturing systems.
• Assist to accurately enter M&E data in the provided systems such DHIS or any systems provided either by Anova or stakeholder (e.g. REDCap).
• Participate in on-going data management training.
• Provide support and mentorship to facility data capturers/admin staff to correctly capture mental health indicators.
• Collect data for adhoc project-related requests as required by manager. 

Data Quality Assurance

• Assist the MEL Officer with quality management procedures.
• Assist in data quality assurance activities including data cleaning exercises.
• Report problems relating to data collection to line manager as and when they occur.
• Monitor the type of data collected and make recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in testing data capturing systems. 

Data Backup and Storage

• Secure and maintain safety of all electronic and manual data.
• Ensure that the data captured is saved or stored in the prescribed manner and run back-up on a regular basis.

 Reporting and Feedback

• Provide weekly collated project data.
• Provide comprehensive monthly report. 

Stakeholder Engagement

• Attend and represent Anova at various stakeholder meetings as and when required.
• Participate in audit verification as and when required.
•  Any other tasks as agreed with line manager.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

• Grade 12.
• Tertiary qualification and previous experience in primary health care in RSA will be an added advantage.
• 2 years’ experience in data capturing and administration.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Fast and accurate data capturing skills.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information.
• Flexible and willing to work weekends when required.
• Good facilitation and communication skills
• Able to communicate in English and other local/region official language.
• Computer literate.
• Willing to travel as and when required.