Facilitators of Community Transformation (FACT)
PROJECT BACKGROUND
The Building Systems and Linkages for a comprehensive Multi National Lung Cancer Control Program (BSL-MLCCP) Project is a multiyear project that is supported by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation under the Global Cancer Disparities Initiative and the Multinational Lung Cancer Control Program (MLCCP). This program is being implemented by the Facilitators of Community Transformation (FACT) in collaboration with Malawi Ministry of Health and the Malawi National Cancer Centre. The main goal of the BSL-MCCP project is to improve access to early diagnostic services for lung cancer by addressing the barriers of cancer care through working with communities and the Ministries of Health in Mzuzu and Lilongwe. The project will be targeting Lilongwe and Mzimba districts in the first phase with potential of scaling up to additional districts in successive phases.
FACT is now inviting applications for the following positions to fulfil the goals and mission of the project
Data Entry Clerks (2 positions, Mzimba and Lilongwe)
The Data Entry Clerks will be stationed at the cancer centres, their roles will primarily be centred on management of the cancer registry in documenting cases data and securing project information as necessary. The detailed responsibilities for the data entry clerks are below;
Job Responsibilities
- Carrying out Data Input: Accurately typing data from various sources like forms, spreadsheets or scanned documents into designated database or software.
- Conducting Data Verification: Double checking entered data against source documents to identify and correct errors.
- Data Formatting: Organizing and structuring data according to established guidelines.
- Ensure proper File Management: Maintaining digital files and records, including proper labelling and archiving.
- Data cleaning: Identifying and removing duplicate or inconsistent data.
- System Update: Updating database with new information as needed.
- Reporting: Generate reports based on entered data as required.
Job Requirements
- At least a Diploma in Computer Sciences or equivalent qualifications with not less than 6 years’ experience in data entry work.
- Knowledge of the Ministry of Health’s digital data management systems.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities within on ongoing engagements.
- Ability to train, coach and mentor supervisees;
- Ability to work flexible schedules and to travel to project sites as needed
- Ability to sustain excellent relationships with external partners and stakeholders
Statements in this job description do not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duty requirements, and efforts or working conditions applying to the positions. Please indicate the district of your application. Submit your applications together with your CVs and 3 traceable referees to the following address by 5:00 p.m. on the 25th of February, 2025
The Executive Director
Facilitators of Community Transformation (FACT)
P.O. Box 30407
Lilongwe
Mchinji Round about, Along By Pass Road, First Turn, Area 46 In MH Building or through Email: recruitment@factmw.org
Please note that FACT Malawi is an equal opportunity employer, qualified women and men are encouraged to apply.