Job Description:
Position Overview: The role involves ensuring the accurate collection and management of data related to the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI & EPI) in the province.
Organizational Context:The position is supervised directly by the ARPO/WHO Regional Team Lead/Medical Officer for Polio and overall oversight from the WHO Representative in Afghanistan.
Key Responsibilities:
The Data Clerk will perform the following tasks under the supervision of the Provincial Polio Officer and in close coordination with the Provincial PEI Manager:
- Compile data on supplementary immunization activities, including pre-, intra-, and post-campaign data.
- Collect administrative (reported) coverage and intra-campaign monitoring data for all supplementary immunization activities (OPV and OPV/IPV).
- Gather and forward polio surveillance data.
- Validate and clean the collected data, maintaining a provincial data repository.
- Submit the validated data to regional and provincial levels within program timelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Afghan national.
- Diploma or degree in Computer Science/IT.
- At least 2 years of relevant data management experience.
- Experience with international agencies is a plus.
- Proficiency in English and local languages.
- Residence in the assigned area or familiarity with it.
- Ability to work well in teams and adapt to diverse social and cultural environments.
- High personal integrity and conduct standards.
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends, especially during key events like conferences, meetings, vaccination campaigns, and other essential activities.
Core Competencies:
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Effective communication.
- Self-awareness and management.
Required Functional Skills:
- At least two years of experience in data entry.
- Familiarity with administrative and clerical procedures, including word processing, file management, and office operations.
- Ability to speak Dari, Pashto, and basic English.
- Willingness to work late hours during campaigns.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Full-time commitment, without dual responsibilities.
Education:
- Essential: Diploma or degree in Computer Science/IT.
Experience:
-Essential: At least 2 years of data-related experience.
- Desirable:Experience with UN/Government/NGO systems.
Languages:
- Proficiency in English and local languages is required.
Selection Process:
- Longlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on meeting the minimum qualifications and relevant experience.
- Shortlisting: Further selection will be based on years of relevant experience, higher education, and required skills.
Assessment Method:
WHO may assess candidates through written tests, presentations, and interviews.
Jab Location: Khost and Paktika
Additional Information:
WHO is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages qualified women to apply. Qualified female candidates will be given preference. Late applications will not be considered, and applicants must specify the province they are applying for in the subject line. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for interviews and tests.
Code of Conduct:
WHO maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, abuse, sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct. All members of the WHO workforce are expected to promote a safe and respectful workplace.
Submission Instructions:
To apply, click on the link below and follow the registration steps, providing the necessary details, including qualifications and CV. Once registered, submit your application through the provided portal.
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