Data Clerk
Full time @Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) posted 1 hour ago in Education Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 24616
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Education
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Data Clerk
Salary Scale: PU13
No. of Positions: 7 (Seven)
Reports to: Assistant IT (Database Administration)
Responsible for: None
Job Reference: DC-UNITE-2026(15)
Job Purpose
To gather data and capture the information into databases.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Transfers data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders or optical scanners.
- Accurately enters data into corresponding fields within various software programmes.
- Verifies information by reviewing, correcting, deleting, and reentering data.
- Creates spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes.
- Retrieves data from the database and electronic files as requested.
- Secures information and performing regular backups to ensure data preservation.
- Sorts and organises paperwork after entering data to ensure it is not lost.
- Provides general data entry support across teams on an ad-hoc basis.
Person Specifications
Qualifications
- A Certificate in either Statistics, Business Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Mathematics from a recognized Institution.
Work Experience
- Five (5) years of relevant experience.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit five (5) hard copies of their application in a sealed application package containing the following documents:
- A signed application letter clearly indicating the position applied for and the Job Reference Number in the subject line.
- A detailed, up-to-date, and signed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including current contact details and the names and contacts of three (3) referees (Academic, Professional, and Personal). One referee must be the applicant’s current or most recent employer. Referees should send confidential reference letters directly to jobs@unite.ac.ug.
- Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
- Equated certificates from the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) for all foreign academic qualifications.
- A copy of the National Identity Card (NIN).
- Copies of previous appointment letters.
- Serving officers must attach copies of their current payslips.
Applicants should clearly indicate “Application for the Post of ……………” on the envelope.
Applications that are incorrectly addressed or do not include the required documents will not be considered.
Additional Information
- Age Limit: Applicants should be 45 years or below at the time of application, except for the position of Dean of Students, where the maximum age is 55 years.
- Tenure of Appointment: Positions on Salary Scales PU1–PU3 are offered on a contract basis. Positions on Salary Scales PU4–PU15 are permanent, subject to successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
- Detailed Job Descriptions and Person Specifications are available on the Institute’s website: www.unite.ac.ug.
Submission of Applications
Applications should be delivered physically to the address below not later than 18th August 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (East African Time).
The Secretary, Appointments Board
Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE)
Kira Municipality
P.O. Box 7112
Kampala
Important Notes
- UNITE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation, such as a helper or sign language interpreter, are encouraged to indicate this in their application to facilitate the necessary arrangements.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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