Key Responsibilities and Duties
The primary focus of a Data Entry Operator is to manage data from various sources with high accuracy. Core responsibilities include:
Data Input: Accurately enter large volumes of textual and numerical data from source documents (paper, audio recordings, digital files, etc.) into computer systems, spreadsheets (like MS Excel), or proprietary databases.
Data Verification & Quality: Compile, verify, and cross-check data for errors, discrepancies, or inconsistencies before and after entry, making necessary corrections to ensure data integrity.
Maintenance & Organization: Update existing data records, manage digital and paper filing systems for easy retrieval, and perform regular backups of data to prevent loss.
Confidentiality: Comply with data security policies and maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information.
Reporting: Retrieve specific data on request and assist in generating basic reports or summaries as required by management or other departments.
Clerical Support: May perform general clerical and administrative tasks like filing, scanning, printing, and ensuring the proper use of office equipment.