The Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC) seeks to hire a suitable candidate for the position of Junior Data Manager to be based at Tororo site. The Successful candidate will be reporting to the Senior Data Manager.

Job description:
• Design, create and modify databases in MS Access and/or SQL Server.
• Maintain and improve upon the current data management and reporting systems based on feedback from staff.
• Liaise with study team members to investigate and rectify data queries.
• Oversee entire data life cycle from data collection to final clean datasets.
• Incorporate new projects into the current data management system.
• Design and create secure web pages to interact with project databases for reporting, extracting data, viewing data.
• Maintain the collaboration’s computers and networks including backup systems and antivirus software in Tororo branch.
• Supervise data entry/officer personnel.
• Ensure data from all projects is entered accurately and in a timely manner-prioritize projects as need arises.
• Administer Windows server and SQL Servers, manage, troubleshoot and respond to infrastructure and application issues
• Test and maintain data back-up protocols to ensure availability
• Ensure computer security by running latest antivirus and OS patches
• Help project staff with computer-related problems, requests, or questions

Qualifications and other desirables for the job:
• Bachelor’s degree in IT related courses from a recognized University.
• Prior experience working in data management of at least 2 years
• Prior experience working in a clinical trial and or experience working in malaria research should be an added advantage
• Evidence of training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills