Data Entry - Intern

The Data Entry Intern will support the IRC MEAL unit by entering, verifying, and filing program data from Health, Nutrition, and EH sectors into designated platforms including CommCare and Excel. The intern will coordinate with field focal points to collect monthly data on time, flag data quality issues to the IM manager, and maintain an organized digital filing system. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in humanitarian data management and MEAL practices within an INGO environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter program data into designated platforms, including CommCare and Excel tools, ensuring consistency and timeliness.
• Verify that all data entries contain the required minimum information to support reporting and follow-up.
• Support the timely submission and uploading of data received from IRC partners into IRC internal systems.
• Review datasets for completeness and accuracy before entry and report any inconsistencies or missing information to the IM Manager.
• Assist in basic data cleaning, formatting, and consolidation to prepare datasets for reporting and analysis.
• Support coordination with MEAL and program field focal points (Health, Nutrition, and EH) to collect and compile monthly data.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in data.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data entry tools.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks with a high level of accuracy and focus.
• Basic understanding of data management principles and confidentiality requirements.
• Basic problem-solving skills, especially in identifying and flagging data issues.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Active listening and effective communication.
• Positive Interpersonal interactions.
• Professionalism and work ethic.
• Adherence to IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct including Integrity, Service, and Accountability.

Skills

• Data Entry
• MS Excel
• Data Management
• Data Quality Assurance
• Data Verification
• Data filing
• Confidentiality compliance
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Effective Listening
• Communications Skills
• Data Collection
• Digital Filing Systems
• MEAL Practices
• Humanitarian Data Management
• Use of CommCare

Languages

English