World Vision International – Jordan:

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Position: Data Entry Officer

PURPOSE OF POSITION

We are looking for a Data Entry officer to update and maintain information on our project beneficiaries’ databases. Our ideal candidate has essential data entry skills, fast typing with an eye for detail and familiarity with spreadsheets and online forms.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date and useable information in our systems.
• Collecting and entering beneficiaries’ data from source documents within time limits
• Maintaining accurate records of beneficiaries’ information
• Compiling, verifying accuracy and sorting information to prepare source data
• Reviewing data for deficiencies or errors, correcting any incompatibilities and checking output
• Insert beneficiaries’ data by inputting text based and numerical information from source documents within time limits
• Compile, verify accuracy and sort information according to priorities to prepare source data
• Review data for deficiencies or errors, correct any incompatibilities if possible and check output
• Research and obtain further information for incomplete documents
• Apply data program techniques and procedures
• Generate reports, store completed work in designated locations and perform backup operations
• Scan documents and print files, when needed
• Keep information confidential
• Respond to queries for information and access relevant files
• Comply with data integrity and security policies
• Perform other duties/special projects assigned by the Field Coordinator

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Diploma or Bachelor degree or equivalent in related field;
• Proven data entry work experience, as a Data entry operator
• Experience with MS Office and data programs
• Familiarity with administrative duties
• Experience using office equipment, like fax machine and scanner
• Typing speed and accuracy
• Excellent knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Able to maintain the confidentiality requirements
• Organization skills, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks
• Previous experience as a data entry or similar position will be considered an advantage
• Experience of work in an INGO/local NGO setting and past exposure with the international working culture and practices is a huge advantage;
• Excellent detail-orientation skills;
• Good communications skills;
• Skills in processing, database management, and spreadsheet software;
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with colleagues,
• Excellent organizational and planning skills;
• Good in English, spoken and written;
• Native in local language;