Jobs - 15624- Disease Control Centre (DCC) Data Encoder Coordina

Disease Control Centre (DCC) Data Encoder Coordinator (National)

Location :

Project Office, 6th floor, Directorate of Animal Health, Building C, Ministry of Agriculture, Jakarta, Indonesia., with extensive travel within Indonesia., INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

25-Mar-10 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

2 months with possibility of extension

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

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I. Organizational Context

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a United Nation agency which provides technical assistance in Indonesia. One of our projects since 2006 provides support for the control of Avian Influenza, in cooperation with national and regional Indonesian government livestock authorities. Project activities are conducted in various locations nationwide.

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the Project Chief Technical Advisor, and under the direct supervision of the International Epidemiologist and in working in close coordination with the National Consultant on Epidemiology, the Project Manager, the Database Programmer, the Senior Data Encoder, national, and other international staff to perform duties relating to supervision and coordination of DCC data encoder and LDCC Data Encoders and technical support to Provincial Data Encoders.

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions/Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

In close cooperation with the Epidemiology Group and LDCC Coordinators provide operational and technical support to DCC data encoder, LDCC Data Encoders and Provincial Data Encoders to ensure the rapid and continuous flow of data from LDCCs to DCC.

Assist in the recruitment of Casual Data Encoders and DCC/LDCC Data Encoders by updating the Data Encoders TOR, administering the practical database test participating in interview and provide initial training once the Data Encoders have been hired.
Supervise DCC data encoder and LDCC Data Encoders to ensure they are performing effectively. This includes visiting field locations, weekly Messenger Conferences, regular telephone calls and reviewing the data that the DCC/LDCC Data Encoders submit. Suggestions and comments to improve performance and decrease errors in reporting should be discussed within the epidemiology, training and other groups to agree on best ways to implement required corrective actions or improvements.
Monitor data flow between districts, LDCCs and the DCC to identify obstacles to timely reporting and potential backups. Based on these findings suggest necessary actions to ensure reports arrive in a timely manner.
Provide monthly data report for all LDCCs as a requirement to release the payment based on the Letter of Agreement between FAO project and the LDCC.
Provide input and support to the development of the new PDSR database.
Provide inputs for training materials and guidelines of work for DCC/LDCC Data Encoders and the Provincial Data Encoders.
Provide technical support to Provincial Data Encoders to ensure they are performing effectively by providing initial training, visiting the field locations, regular telephone calls, and a potential backstopping if required
Provide database management support when the Senior Data Encoder is not available.Record short messages services on AI active cases forward by the National Project Coordinator and provide necessary report.
Manage and monitor casual Data Encoders when needed.
Perform other related duties as required

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of FAO/ GOI Avian Influenza Control Programme implementation in Indonesia.

Competencies

III. Competencies

Demonstrates commitment to FAO vision, mission and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Contributes effectively to team work and team outcomes;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
Ability to manage conflicting priorities and work under pressure of tight and conflicting deadlines;
Ability to work with minimum supervision;Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills;

Required Skills and Experience

IV. Requirement qualification:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years experience in related area of works
Excellent knowledge of Internet and various computer software programs, especially MS Access, MS Excel, and MS Word.
Familiarity with operational issues of database management

Language requirement:

Good ability to speak and write English and Bahasa Indonesia.

All applications should be addressed to:

Operations Support Unit
Office of the FAO Representative in Indonesia,
11th floor Menara Thamrin Building
Jalan M.H. Thamrin Kav.3 Jakarta 10250
E-mail: FAO-ID@fao.org

ALL APPLICANT MUST COMPLETE P11 FORM AND SUBMIT AS PART OF THEIR APPLICATION . Click here to down load the form P11

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

UNDP Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and education requirements.