Database Manager at USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS)
Are you a Kenyan with Database Management experience?
Do you want to make a difference in Somalia?
Would you like to join a dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives for Somalia? Please read on!
USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) Program: The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials.
TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals. The TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated Database Manager to join our Nairobi based team.
Qualifications and Skills Sought:
- University degree from an accredited university in Information Technology, Computer Science, or other appropriate field.
- 2- 3 years’ experience working in information technology, with a focus on managing a database.
- Experience working in a complex and challenging environment.
- PC and server support experience, especially with Windows Server and Windows Client operating systems.
- Experience or basic knowledge of Lotus Notes Client Administration, and replication within a WAN.
- Excellent knowledge of computer hardware and software theory.
- Expert database knowledge and experience, specifically Microsoft Access.
- Expert-level computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, Lotus Notes, Windows operating systems.
- Experience in data security.
- Excellent English writing skills.
- Must be flexible and willing to perform additional duties and to work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
- Must be willing to travel to Somalia on occasion.
- Experience working in Somalia preferred.
- English fluency is required.
- Somali language fluency is preferred.
Do you have the above qualifications and skills?
Please send (1) a CV (2) current position and salary history and (3) three professional references (Immediate supervisors preferred) to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Closing date: Friday, January 02, 2015.
Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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