Data Entry Operator at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Job Description

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), an international humanitarian organization, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Data Entry Operator to support its operations in Maiduguri, Borno. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate and confidential medical records in line with MSF’s protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately enter patient and medical data into the mission’s database, including information from emergency, ICU, and pediatric departments.
• Update patient records, correct errors, and perform regular data backups.
• Compile and support the reporting of weekly and monthly medical data.
• Ensure confidentiality of all patient information and provide support for disease surveillance data entry (e.g., Measles, Cholera, Meningitis).
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the recording area and assist in archiving and retrieving patient folders.
• Train staff on proper data collection procedures when required.
• Report data management issues to the supervisor.

Requirements:

• National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health Information Management.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in data entry, preferably with NGOs.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written), Hausa, and Kanuri.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Word, Excel, and data software (e.g., Praxis, DHIS2).
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage stress in a demanding environment.

Remuneration:
Compensation will follow the MSF salary scale and includes a 13th-month allowance equivalent to one month of gross salary.

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the following link: https://tinyurl.com/4tb99myr
Application Deadline: 5th August, 2025