Job Advert Summary
TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care.
Purpose of the position:
The role of the data capturer is to correctly capture HIV and TB data into the monitoring system(s) as per the DCS programme requirements, and ensure timeous data submission of data as per the principles of the THC M&E framework, and the M&E policies and procedures for the DCS and DoH.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric
- Relevant diploma or degree, or at least 2 years relevant experience in lieu of a qualification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience on data management, data verification and quality assurance
- net data management is essential
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills
- Previous experience within the Correctional services is an advantage
- Intermediate level computer skills including MS Office
- Proficiency in English and isiZulu would be advantageous
- Valid code 08 driver’s license
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the capturing of all HIV /TB information from primary and secondary sources
- Ensures the timeous submission of data to the Regional Data Monitors
- Maintains excellent communication with HAST Counsellors and Health Managers
- With the support of the Regional Data Monitor conducts routine audits and data quality checks.
- Ensures systematic daily filing of patients’ inmates records including blood results
- Regularly attends data verification meetings with the various Correctional Centres.
- Maintains signed off copies of all monthly and quarterly data submission reports.
- Maintains and adheres to the Confidentiality Policy of patient/inmate information for DCS, DoH and THCA.
- Responsible for communicating any challenges and or data collection/capturing issues to the Data Monitor as soon as they occur.
- Documenting of daily activities and reporting of those activities on a monthly basis to the Data Monitor.
