FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions in more than 60 countries and all 50 U.S. states.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the below position of:
Job Title: Database Officer (MAPS)
Location: Cross River State
Req ID: 3276
Job Description
Under the supervision of State Coordinator and the M&E directorate, the Database Officer will be responsible for the day to day operations of data collection, data processing and sharing of aggregate data with all level of government health administration and NMCP.
Knowledge of DHIS (1.4/2.0) and other routine and patient based health information System software.
Ability to manage large data using MySQL/Postgre-SQL RDBMS and understand the concept of Software life cycle.
Other responsibilities include the design new databases and creation of dashboards products, charts, pivot reports, automated data output generation, reports and statistics.
Regularly performs routine tests and modifications to ensure that a database is performing and running correctly. Troubleshoots the programs and hardware in case of problems; and propose necessary repairs or changes needed to fix the problem.
Regularly performs routine tests and modifications to ensure the database approach incorporates the following principles: (i) data remains consistent across the database; (ii) data is clearly defined; (iii) users access data concurrently, in a form that suits their needs; (iv) there is provision for data security and recovery control (all data is retrievable in an emergency).
He/She will be responsible for the planning, maintenance and development of organizational databases and ensure data integrity at the state DPRS and the SMCP offices.
Database officer will be in charge of storing, organizing, presenting, using and analyzing data using existing and any new database management software, including setting up new computer databases or integrating data from old systems to new systems.
The database officer will be expected to support data collation at the LGA level, the state DPRS, the state malaria control program office and the MAPS office.
Qualifications and Requirements
Bachelors degree in Mathematics or Computer Science or related discipline, with a minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience or Masters degree with 1-3 years experience in Malaria, TB, HIV/AIDS control or Development related area. Experience working with NGOs and CBOs required.
A post-graduate degree in a related Medical Statistics and Epidemiology discipline is an advantage.
Knowledge of DHIS2 is mandatory; knowledge of Epi-Info, SPSS and any RDBMS is desirable.
Application Closing Date: 16th December, 2012
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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