Medical Data Processing Officer at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – Holland

JOB TITLE: Medical Data Processing Officer

JOB LOCATION: Sokoto

JOB DETAILS;

• To carry out medical data collection and entry activities into the mission database recording all relevant clinical and demographic data on patients and ensuring data quality/reliability, according to MSF protocols and maintaining confidentiality while producing the appropriate, updated documents for the medical team in order to support decision making processes.

General Accountabilities

• Perform data entry of epidemiological information into designated databases, ensuring all data is accurate and complete.
• Ensure all data entered is authorized, supported by proper documentation, and compliant with MSF standards.
• Assist in the preparation of regular reports (weekly/monthly) for medical and laboratory teams.
• Communicate with healthcare workers (HCWs) to support the proper registration of patients, form completion, and error correction.
• Collaborate with the Ministry of Health (MoH) and health facilities to gather and compile relevant data.
• Monitor data collection processes, including ATFC/ITFC surveillance, malnutrition tally sheets, and PPN tracking.
• Ensure timely submission of statistical reports and data analysis to supervisors.
• Participate in data review meetings and support data collection for research and surgical interventions.
• Maintain organized, secure filing systems and ensure patient data confidentiality.
• Regularly back up data and participate in data cleaning and file tracing exercises.

Requirements (Qualifications)

• Higher education with proven computer literacy is essential.
• Degree in Information and Technology (IT) or mathematics field is desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in data entry/analysis.

Languages:

• Local language is essential (Hausa, Fulani).
• Mission language desirable.

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet).

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation, Team work and Cooperation, Behavioral Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) Job recruitment, visit the APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!

And
To complete their application, email their Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary credentials as one document with telephone contact details to: sokoto-jobs@oca.msf.org using “MEDICAL DATA PROCESSING OFFICER” as the subject of the email.

Notes

• NO Transportation and/or allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Any documents sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma, recommendations letters) will not be returned by MSF-OCA.
• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
• MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.
• Qualified FEMALE candidates are encouraged to apply.