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11 Data Clerks jobs at Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) | Apply Now
Are you looking for Information Technology jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in 11 Data Clerks jobs at Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
About the Organisation
The Joint Clinical Research Center (JCRC) is a premier Ugandan medical research and healthcare institution dedicated to the fight against HIV/AIDS and other infectious and non-communicable diseases, with a mission to conduct quality medical research, provide advanced care, and build capacity for health systems in Africa. Established in 1991 through a collaboration between the Ugandan Ministries of Health, Defence, and Makerere University, JCRC has grown into a globally respected center of excellence, renowned for groundbreaking research, innovative treatment approaches, and contributions to global health knowledge.
The organization promotes a collaborative, multidisciplinary work culture that values scientific integrity, teamwork, and professional development, offering diverse career opportunities in clinical research, public health, and laboratory sciences, with flexible and supportive work environments. JCRC's business model is rooted in research-to-policy translation, community-based interventions, and partnerships with international health bodies, enabling it to operate a network of regional sites across Uganda and influence health outcomes beyond its borders.
Its core values—excellence, ethics, innovation, equity, and service—are reflected in its daily operations and commitment to corporate social responsibility through community health programs, outreach, and training initiatives. With its robust infrastructure and impactful work, JCRC continues to be a key driver in advancing healthcare in Africa. More information is available at www.jcrc.org.ug.
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11 Data Clerks jobs at Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Job Description
Job Title: Data Clerk – 11 Positions
Organisation: Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary: The Data clerk performs under the leadership of the health unit in charge. Working as part of the facility team, s/he will assist in the implementation of strong data quality maintenance systems of the health unit. The Data clerk will work to promote quality data standards at all points of service delivery and ensuring the generation and submission of accurate, complete, reliable and valid data while exercising integrity.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Liaise with the different units in-charges of several service delivery points to ensure completeness of data on the patient files, the registers (ANC, Maternity, Post¬natal, Exposed Infant Register, HCT register, Laboratory registers, Nutrition, TB registers, Pre-ART and ART registers, OPD & IPD Registers, Child Register) are complete.
Working with different health unit’s departments in ensuring that timely, accurate, complete and valid data is generated from the respective registers and is submitted to MoH and PEPFAR systems by verifying all data before submission.
Analyze the monthly summary statistics for key program indicators and compile reports for distribution to inform QI team at health facility.
Managing and maintaining the electronic data systems which include and not limited to EMR, DHIS2, by ensuring systems are updated with the most current data.
Undertake to enter and clean all the program data entered the database in line with the guidelines/principles as detailed in data entry protocols
Support weekly Project, surveillance and other adhoc reports
Maintain the highest standards of data quality by comparing the data entered with source documents, or re-enter verified data.
Participate in the facility quality improvement activities which may include collecting/summarizing data and analyzing to inform progress for quality improvement interventions.
Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information as requested or otherwise necessary and summarize data in preparation of standardized reports Routine update of facility QI Journals and work with the facility clinical teams to update the Audit tools (HEI, CALHIV, Adult and NS)
Assist health care workers at the designated facilities in data quality assurance as stipulated in the standard operating procedures and job aides
Ensures that patient level data is securely and regularly backed up, both at the site and off site.
Maintains hardcopy and electronic data files and reports in compliance with the program regulations.
Receiving and dealing with enquiries and requests relating to data needs
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of a Bachelors’ degree in Statistics, Medical Records, Computer Science or related field.
MUST BE Computer Literate and with acceptable minimum speed for data entry
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in handling medical records
Previous experience of working with international NGOs, MOH, and public health facilities will be an advantage.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Practical experience in working with routine health information systems at the facility, district or national level
Practical Knowledge in the Uganda Electronic Medical Records (Uganda EMR], and DHlS2 data entry will be an added advantage
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.
