Database Officer Duty Station : Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Classification : Official, Grade Equiv. P1
Type of Appointment : Special, three months, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : April 04, 2011
Closing Date : March 07, 2011
Reference Code : SVN 2011/ 18 (O) - EXT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of
migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental
partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
General Functions:
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager/Data Management Unit and in close
coordination with Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), the successful
candidate will be responsible for development and management of databases required for
the projects managed by the unit.
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde,
Central African Republic, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Gabon,
Gambia, Guinea, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritania,
Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Slovenia, Somalia, Swaziland,
Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
In particular he/she will:
1. Develop and administer the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Registration
Database, Camp Assessments - Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), other
individual Enumeration and Beneficiary Tracking Databases of IOM Haiti.
2. Develop, implement and administer Database Information Systems, with the purpose
of gathering and processing information on IDPs/returnees. Key information
collection activities that include sample surveys like Return Community Survey, IDP
and Returnee Profiling and other ad hoc survey and profiling activities.
3. Develop web based application for IOM Haiti databases both for reporting and data
collection purposes.
4. Develop and implement proper backup/restore, data validation and security
procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
5. Provide technical support and capacity building on database development and
management to the local authorities/counterparts.
6. Recruit, manage and train, as needed, staff (Database Assistants, Data Entry Clerks
and Data Verification Assistants) directly involved with data entry and processing to
ensure the quality of data entered to IOM databases.
7. Secure consistently available computer services, support training and maintenance
of all computer systems used for information database systems.
8. Deploy to field offices to provide technical support for the usage of the information
and database systems and design other databases and auxiliary information subsystems
for existing or new programs and projects.
9. Support in reporting and analyzing data for donors and stakeholders, assuring data
consistency, giving statistic information and mapping of collected data.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Qualifications:
Education and Experience
a) Completed university degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in
Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of training and experience; b) two years of
experience in field of administration of multi-site IT infrastructure; c) experience using the
following tools: MS Access 2003, Visual Studio 2005/2008 (VB, C# ASP.NET + Java script),
MS SQL 2005/2008 or/and Oracle 10g/11g; d) experience in the development,
implementation and management of large database systems (e.g. migrant registration,
censuses, household surveys;) e) experience in the region is preferred.
Competencies
a) Excellent communication and report writing skills; b) strong analytical skills, strategic
and creative thinking; c) proven ability to supervise/ coach staff; d) ability to manage a
heavy workload, perform multiple tasks and meet deadlines; e) ability to work effectively and
harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; f) proven
experience and abilities for the development of Database Information Systems operations,
administrative and financial management; g) personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility,
drive for results; h) demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity; i) strong level
of computer literacy.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by March 07, 2011 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled
in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application
in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Type of Appointment : Special, three months, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : April 04, 2011
Closing Date : March 07, 2011
Reference Code : SVN 2011/ 18 (O) - EXT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of
migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental
partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
General Functions:
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager/Data Management Unit and in close
coordination with Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), the successful
candidate will be responsible for development and management of databases required for
the projects managed by the unit.
OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
IOM has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented
member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be
favorably considered:
Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde,
Central African Republic, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Gabon,
Gambia, Guinea, Jamaica, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Mauritania,
Mongolia, Morocco, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Paraguay, Slovenia, Somalia, Swaziland,
Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Yemen
Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
In particular he/she will:
1. Develop and administer the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Registration
Database, Camp Assessments - Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), other
individual Enumeration and Beneficiary Tracking Databases of IOM Haiti.
2. Develop, implement and administer Database Information Systems, with the purpose
of gathering and processing information on IDPs/returnees. Key information
collection activities that include sample surveys like Return Community Survey, IDP
and Returnee Profiling and other ad hoc survey and profiling activities.
3. Develop web based application for IOM Haiti databases both for reporting and data
collection purposes.
4. Develop and implement proper backup/restore, data validation and security
procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
5. Provide technical support and capacity building on database development and
management to the local authorities/counterparts.
6. Recruit, manage and train, as needed, staff (Database Assistants, Data Entry Clerks
and Data Verification Assistants) directly involved with data entry and processing to
ensure the quality of data entered to IOM databases.
7. Secure consistently available computer services, support training and maintenance
of all computer systems used for information database systems.
8. Deploy to field offices to provide technical support for the usage of the information
and database systems and design other databases and auxiliary information subsystems
for existing or new programs and projects.
9. Support in reporting and analyzing data for donors and stakeholders, assuring data
consistency, giving statistic information and mapping of collected data.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Desirable Qualifications:
Education and Experience
a) Completed university degree from an accredited academic institution, preferably in
Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of training and experience; b) two years of
experience in field of administration of multi-site IT infrastructure; c) experience using the
following tools: MS Access 2003, Visual Studio 2005/2008 (VB, C# ASP.NET + Java script),
MS SQL 2005/2008 or/and Oracle 10g/11g; d) experience in the development,
implementation and management of large database systems (e.g. migrant registration,
censuses, household surveys;) e) experience in the region is preferred.
Competencies
a) Excellent communication and report writing skills; b) strong analytical skills, strategic
and creative thinking; c) proven ability to supervise/ coach staff; d) ability to manage a
heavy workload, perform multiple tasks and meet deadlines; e) ability to work effectively and
harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; f) proven
experience and abilities for the development of Database Information Systems operations,
administrative and financial management; g) personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility,
drive for results; h) demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity; i) strong level
of computer literacy.
Languages
Thorough knowledge of English.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by March 07, 2011 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
For further information, please refer to: http://www.iom.int/jahia/Jahia/pid/165
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled
in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for
applications.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application
in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
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