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MSF Switzerland

Data Entry Operator

Salary
Not stated
Deadline
Oct 29, 2026
Languages
Arabic

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Data Entry Clerk · Baghdad

MSF Switzerland is hiring a Data Entry Operator in Baghdad to handle medical data entry, manage databases, and maintain reporting and record systems. The role requires at least one year of relevant experience, Arabic fluency, and a diploma or bachelor's degree in a related field.

About the job

Main purpose of the job:

Carry out all activities related to entry of medical data into the mission database, according to MSF protocols and maintaining confidentiality, in order to have reliable and up to date information.

Benefits

  • Training provided

In the posting

  • Legal contract and pay in accordance with MSF Salary Grid, level 03
  • The chance to gain professional development and to develop (career path, training, etc.) within the organisation.
  • The opportunity to contribute to our objective of saving lives, alleviating suffering and working with those most in need.

Responsibilities

  • Enter medical data (e.g. patient data, dates of visit, content of prescription, viral load, etc.) in mission’s database on a regular basis and according to MSF protocols.
  • Participate in compilation of data both from MSF structures and from collaborating health facilities.
  • Participate in the search for missing data.
  • Update files of existing patients and make any corrections needed.
  • Make regular back-ups of all data processed.
  • Look after all equipment provided and keep recording area clean and tidy, giving special importance to all patient files.
  • Report any issue concerning data management to superior.
  • Elaborate statistical reports when required by the medical team.
  • Ensure, promote and maintain confidentiality regarding all information registered.
  • MSF CH/Context Specific Accountabilities
  • Submit a monthly data report to the project supervisor or designated medical focal point within the agreed deadline.
  • Use and maintain a good understanding of the DHIS2 system and its functionalities.
  • Continuously strengthen knowledge and technical capacity in DHIS2 through regular training and on-the-job learning.
  • Ensure that scanned files are properly organized, securely stored, and readily accessible for monitoring, reporting, and audit purposes, in line with applicable MOH procedures.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the direct supervisor that fall within the scope of work.

Requirements

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science, data analysis or relevant fields.
  • Mandatory one-year previous working experience in relevant jobs.
  • Desirable experience in MSF or other NGOs in similar context.
  • Essential: Fluency in Arabic Language, and preferably good command in English,
  • Able to learn and use software for data recording
  • Essential: computer skills (word, excel, troubleshooting)
  • Desirable: using DHIS or EMR system
  • Results, teamwork, commitment, flexibility, service

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Troubleshooting
  • Data Entry

Details

Profession
Data Entry Clerk
Category
Administration & Office
Education
Diploma
Experience
1+ year
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