Job Advert: Data Clerk
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya (SOS CV KE) is an affiliate of SOS
Children’s Villages (SOS CV) – International whose mission is to build families
for with adequate parental care, nurture them, help them shape their own
futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, SOS CV Kenya runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi,
Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education, health, youth
and child rights advocacy programmes and works Government, Civil Society and
local communities to prevent family separation through its Family Strengthening
Programs.
We seek to recruit a dynamic mature person to become Data Clerk
for SOS Children’s Villages – FSP, Suba.
Key Functions of the
Job
The Data Clerk will undertake various duties which include but
not limited to the following:-
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Keeps track of received data and source documents.
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Data entry on the beneficiaries Children protection system
(CPIMS) database/portal. And maintain beneficiary files Enters alphabetic,
numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into computer following format
displayed on screen, and enters necessary codes. Database is reviewed regularly
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Confirms accuracy of data such as days, dates and times.
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Compares data entered with source documents, or reenters data in
verification format on screen to detect errors.
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Assists in establishing and maintaining an effective and
efficient records management system.
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Generates reports, analyze and responds to inquiries regarding
entered data as requested.
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Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as
required.
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Maintains confidential information
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Perform other job related duties as assigned.
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Prepares requisitions for program materials ensuring that the
procurement procedure is followed.
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Counts sorts incoming articles to verify that all items on the
delivery note or invoice have been received.
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Examines all items received to verify that they are in good
condition and conform to the specifications contained in the requisition or
order form.
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Issue stock to authorized project staff keeping accurate records
of all materials issued and maintains up-to-date inventory as well as all stock
records and is responsible for annual stock taking.
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Prepares requisition or order for new stock in order to meet the
on-going requirements of project.
Required
Qualifications / Abilities
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Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems
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At least 2 years relevant work experience in similar field.
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Practical experience in networked environment and support for
remote users
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Extensive ability to use and support of standard micro computing
applications such as Microsoft OFFICE SUITE and office 365
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Knowledge of supporting Windows client and virtual servers.
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Knowledge on data entry on Children protection information
management system portal
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Knowledge in analyzing the reports from the CPIMS data
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Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
(English and Swahili)
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High quality written & oral communication ability
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Excellent interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking and
time-management skills
The position offers a competitive remuneration and benefits
package.
If you believe your experience, competencies and qualifications
match the job and role specifications described; send your application &
updated CV(with details of at least 3 referees one of which must be immediate
former employer) addressed to the Human Resources to reach us on or before 7th
September 2020 by email to: recruitment@soskenya.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an equal opportunity employer
and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the core values of best
practice, diversity and equality.
