Data Entry Clerk (Bekaa)

Vacancies Announcement   Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, Health and Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihood, and Shelter CRC and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, on  3 month contracts with posiible extension, for its Lebanon Country Office, Bekaa:   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:   Prepares source data for      computer entry by compiling and sorting information; establishing entry      priorities. Processes beneficiaries      and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies; resolving      discrepancies by using standard procedures or returning incomplete      documents to the Officer for resolution. Enters beneficiaries and      account data by inputting alphabetic and numeric information according to screen      format Maintains data entry      requirements by following data program techniques and procedures. Verifies entered beneficiaries      and account data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or re-entering data;      combining data from both systems when account information is incomplete;      purging files to eliminate duplication of data. Secures information by      completing data base backups. Maintains operations by      following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. Maintains beneficiaries’      confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Contributes to team effort      by accomplishing related results as needed. Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE   Minimum 1 year of work      experience Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and      English Computer skills      (especially Excel and other data entry programmes) Strength in interpersonal, communication and      presentation skills Flexibility      and willingness to change work practices and hours, and capability to work      in insecure environment  Available to travel in      country   Recommended knowledge and experience: Previous data entry      experience Familiarity with the Bekaa region   APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is March 13th.   The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.    STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •      Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •      Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •      CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •      Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •      Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •      Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to                                               Lebanon.vacancies@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.