Data Entry Clerk

  • Full-time

Company Description

Our Client is a leading research institution and they are seeking to recruit a Data Entry Clerk to type information into their database from paper documents. The ideal candidate should be computer savvy and a fast typist with a keen eye for detail. Understanding of data confidentiality principles is compulsory

Job Description

  • Transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners
  • Type in data provided directly from customers
  • Create spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes
  • Verify data by comparing it to source documents
  • Update existing data
  • Retrieve data from the database or electronic files as requested
  • Perform regular backups to ensure data preservation
  • Sort and organize paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as data entry clerk
  • Fast typing skills; Knowledge of touch typing system is strongly preferred
  • Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
  • Working knowledge of office equipment and computer hardware and peripheral devices
  • Basic understanding of databases
  • Good command of English both oral and written and customer service skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • High school degree or equivalent

Additional Information

Application Deadline is 30th Feb 2022