The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. 

Job Overview/Summary: The position will maintain the data related to the health services at the health facility or mobile clinic using the standard IRC health data collection tools and health information system

Under the direct supervision of Health officer and working in close collaboration with the health information systems officer and clinical staff in the health facility/mobile clinics, the HIS Assistant will be responsible for the following:

• Register new clients and update existing client demographics in collaboration with other teams.
• Facilitate patient flow and reducing bottlenecks and triage.
• Responsible for the overall data management and record keeping at the health facility.
• Report on weekly basis the updated registration to the health information Officer and Health Manager
• Fill in daily statistics (registrations, admissions) and submits to health Officer
• Regular updates of the health database
• Enter required health information from patient files into data system, from initial entry into the clinic and clinical notes.
• Ensure quality information management, Ensure strong data quality.
• Collaborate closely with medical Assistants and other health providers.
• Make appointments for return NCD and other patients. 
• File documentation
• Participate in trainings, assessments, surveys etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills & Competencies 

• Proficiency in the Windows operating system
• Proficient in word/excel
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with the local health representatives
• Previous experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting
• A good demeanor & phenomenal teammate 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical and clinic staff and the public.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in stressful situations.
• The ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.

Degree in information technology or related field 

Work Experience: at least one year of working experience on a similar position 

Language Skills: Fluent in Arabic and proficient in English 

IRC and IRC employees are required to abide by the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct which are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons, and several others.

Gender Equality s Equal Opportunity

We are committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer generous benefitsthat provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances. We welcome and strongly encourage qualified female professionals to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Ensuring the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of IRC acquired in the course of duty, to any otherperson or organization without authority, exceptin the normal execution of duty.