1. Main Purpose of the role
To provide efficient and quality data capturing services to the UNITAI PSI team.
2. Duties and responsibilities
Data Capturing
• Daily data capturing of information acquired from the sites
• Ensure that data captured is stored in the prescribed manner and backed up on a regular basis
• Accurately enter M&E data in a timely manner
• Carry out data quality assessments and audits with close guidance from the M&E Officer
• All paper-based work should be filled and stored safely daily
• Filing and administrative duties to performed daily
• Report any adverse data recording
Data Quality Improvements
• Ensure that the information is credible and that there are no duplications
• Ensure confidentiality of patient files and information
Reporting
• Provide updates and training on data capturing systems
• Assist in testing data capturing systems
• Report problems relating to data collection to line manager as and when they occur
• Compile and send reports as and when required to the line manager and program team
Organisational Responsibilities
• Assist with administrative tasks including printing, filing, additional data checks, etc.
• Attend meetings, briefings, debriefing, staff meetings and other as directed to do so on a regular basis.
• Represent the organisation with pride and ensure you adhere to the ethos and principles.
• Represent the organisation on behalf of the programme.
• Assist with field work and training of peers on data issues
Perform any other additional duties assigned by the management team
3. Qualifications and Experience
• Grade 12/Matric (essential).
• Post-matric qualification in Administration or IT is advantageous.
• 1–3 years of data capturing experience, preferably within research, clinical trials, or public service.
• High typing speed and accuracy.
• Good Clinical Practice Course Certificate including the following:
1. Focus on current SA GCP (3rd edition, 2020) ;
2. SA ethical (NDoH, 2024) & regulatory documents ;
3. Incorporation of ICH GCP E6 (R3) & other international guidance and regulatory document.
• Proven Data capturing competency through experience or training
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Good facilitation and communication skills
• Computer literate
4. Key Competencies
Generic Skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Planning and organising skills
• Administrative skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong team orientation
• Organising skills
Technical Knowledge and Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Data Capturing Competency