Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria.
Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world.
Under this contract, Abt will implement entomological monitoring
to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and
continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and
capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic.
Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and
evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.
The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project is led by Abt Associates, an
international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who
provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training
services in more than 128 countries.
The PMI VectorLink Kenya Project seeks candidates to assist in
implementing in six sub counties (Rongo, Awendo, Uriri, Suna East, Suna West
and Nyatike) in Migori and Eight Sub- counties (Rangwe, Homa Bay Township,
Ndhiwa, Suba North, Rachuonyo North, Rachuonyo East, Rachuonyo South and Suba
South) in Homa Bay county Kenya in the following temporary positions:
Position: Data Entry Clerks Team Lead
Supervisor: Database
Coordinator
Location: Migori and Homa
Bay Counties, Kenya
No. Required: 2 (1 Migori and
1 Homa Bay)
Overall Purpose: To support efficient
data entry and data cleaning services to PMI VectorLink project. Under the
overall supervision of the M&E manager, he/she will be expected to work
closely with the database coordinator and to collaborate with the county
coordinator in executing the roles specified below.
Specific
Responsibilities:
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Ensuring data forms from all sites have been received and
verified before entries
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Ensuring the data center tracking sheet is updated daily and
update the teams accordingly
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Ensure timely entry of all data
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Ensuring all forms are filed after entry
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Monitoring the use of data center supplies (e.g., box files,
clear bags)
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Support data cleaning and ensuring it is done on a daily basis
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Work closely with IT assistant to ensure troubleshooting and
support for the data entry clerk computers
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Coordinating with County M&E Assistant to ensure data forms
with errors are acted upon in a timely fashion by the field teams
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Ensure data is synced on a daily basis
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Adhere to VL Kenya M&E COVID19 guidelines
Required
qualifications and experience:
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Training in IT, computer science or any other related course at
higher diploma level as a minimum
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1 year experience in data entry of IRS data will be an added
advantage
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Familiarity with DHIS-2 desirable
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Additional professional training in data entry preferred.
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Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and database software
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Strong computer skills: Microsoft Office Applications
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills desired
Desirable
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Willingness to reside within the County of jurisdiction
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Willingness to work for 6 days in a week (Monday to Saturday)
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Ability to work as a team player even in an environment of high
daily targets.
NB:
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All positions that involves a worker coming in contact or close
contact with wet insecticides on daily basis will require a medical examination
including general body examination and pregnancy tests. Those with certain
medical conditions like chest problems, asthmatic, expectant etc. may be
excluded or considered for other relevant roles they qualify for.
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These positions will be on a short term contract, not more than
2 months and/or on need basis and those who participated in previous campaigns
will have an added advantage. Women are highly encouraged to apply for all
roles.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and
updated CV to KenyaJobs@abtassoc.com with the title of the position being
applied for in the e-mail subject line specifying the work location preferred
i.e. county and ward e.g. ‘Store keeper-Migori county – North Kamagambo’ by
COB, October 30th, 2020.
Equal Opportunity
Employer: As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Abt
Associates is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural work environment
where our employees respect one another and share a commitment to our firm’s
values, mission, and strategies. Abt Associates Inc. provides equal employment
to all participants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex,
creed, citizenship status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual
orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, or veteran status.