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Data Associate x 48
C3
P470 - TBLON - FAA
Central Province x 4, Copperbelt Province x 10, Luapula Province x 4, Lusaka Province x 10, Muchinga Province x 4, Northern Province x 4, North-Western Province x 4, Southern Province x 8 - Lusaka District, Lusaka Province
18 Mar 2026 00:00
25 Mar 2026 00:00

Reports to Data Coordinator. The incumbent will be responsible for the collection and entry of patient data into paper-based and electronic data collection tools.  

Main Duties: 

  • Enters all patient interaction data in an accurate and timely manner from all service points as guided by SOPs and associated relevant documentation 
  • Have a good understanding of all data being collected and associated performance indicators for each program area 
  • Capacity building of MoH staff in data entry, retrieval, analysis, visualization and reporting using DHIS2. 
  • Ensures accurate and complete data is submitted on time 
  • Responds to all routine and ad-hoc data queries and verifications promptly 
  • Provides data and M&E support to health facility staff and CIDRZ in-house clinical staff 
  • Provides weekly and monthly data collection reports, highlighting challenges and success 
  • Assists clinical staff in ensuring all registers are available and fully updated; participating in the compilation of NTLP Monthly reports at the facility and ensuring there is consistent reporting across all facility reports 
  • Works with District Health Information Officer/ Facility TB Focal Point persons, Facility In-Charges to initiate and actively participate in facility data review meetings 
  • Actively participate in the compilation of weekly situation room data as guided by the Provincial Data coordinator 
  • Attends all weekly meetings as requested by facility or CIDRZ staff 
  • Be collaborative with facility staff ensuring facility performance and targets are shared with facility in-charge and displayed at visible locations within facility 
  • Assist in the improvement of all data collection tools by providing feedback for improvements and new feature inclusions 
  • Handles patient data with utmost confidentiality and follow the set data safety procedures as specified 
  • Any other duties as may arise that are requested by the supervisors 

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 Certificate
  • Minimum Diploma in Computer Studies, M&E, Social Sciences or related fields 
  • Minimum of 1 year work experience 
  • Experience in data quality management 
  • Good understanding of SmartCare will be an added advantage 

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.