Data Assistant Job Vacancy at Infectious Diseases Institute- Career

Job title: Data Assistant
Duration: 14 months
Duty station: Kampala, with frequent travels to Project
STATUS sites in Midwestern Uganda
Reports to: Data Manager
Job Summary: Support Data Manager in receiving, reviewing, cleaning and storing data collected from 9 OPD sites

Job requirement

Job requirements: Degree in Information Technology, information systems or computer science with at least two years experience in data management. Must be highly proficient in Microsoft word, Excel, Access, power point. Knowledge of Epi Info is an added advantage. Experience with working in a health research setting
• Outstanding experience in general computer use; knowledge of MS Excel, and other common software programs is essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong writing skills are essential
• Ability to consistently complete multiple requests in a timely fashion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently to complete many tasks simultaneously to meet strict deadlines

How to apply

For all the positions above, study staff are expected to work as a team and frequently communicate and check in with the Site Coordinator

Compensation:
Compensation for all the above positions will be commensurate with training and experience.

To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand-deliver, email or post an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:

The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala.
hr@idi.co.ug

Deadline for receipt of applications is 28th March 2011.