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Title: Data Entry, Full-Time, Temporary (up to a three-month assignment)

Organizational Profile: Partners In Health is a non-profit corporation based in Boston, Massachusetts, whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through service delivery, training, research, and advocacy, PIH works globally to bring the benefits of modern science to those in most in need. PIH currently has programs in Haiti, Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, and Boston. PIH constitutes one pillar of a 4 pillar advocacy-research-training-service group, which also includes Harvard Medical School, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and the Harvard School of Public Health.

Overall Responsibilities: In response to the earthquake in Haiti, Partners In Health is in need of additional data entry support for our relief efforts. We are looking for a strong Data Entry candidate who is prepared to assist PIH development staff with emergency support in the Boston office. This is a temporary full-time position with up to a three-month assignment.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Updating and maintaining timely donor information utilizing Raiser’s Edge
• Preparing source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information; establishing entry priorities
• Enters data by inputting alphabetic and numeric information on keyboard according to screen format.
• Preparing/generating reports as requested

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; background/interest in social science, area studies or public health preferred.
• Demonstrated experience (2 years minimum) providing data entry support in an office setting
• Candidates must have strong computer skills; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge is a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take initiative. Must be a quick learner, able to multi-task and switch gears easily
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants preferred
• Demonstrated maturity and judgment
• Interest in social justice and health care issues

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@pih.org