Database Officer Job at Education Development Center (EDC)
Education Development Center (EDC) is one of the world’s leading
nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements and
evaluates programs to improve education, health,
and economic
opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private
partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live
healthy, productive lives.
Education Development Center (EDC) is recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Database Officer
Location: Sokoto
Job Description
- The USAID/Nigeria's Northern Education Initiative Plus project,
being implemented by Creative Associates and EDC, works to improve the
quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria.
- The Database Officer will assist in the design and development of a data collection and management system for project team.
- He/she will report to the M&E/Assessment Officer to ensure
implementation is closely aligned with the overall project. This
position is based in Sokoto, Nigeria.
Primary Responsibilities
- Supports project database development.
- Provides continuous maintenance of the database including
regular scheduled back-ups, tests of data integrity, periodic recovery
tests, etc.
- Ensures data cleanliness, quality and security.
- Ensures seamless integration between numerous systems in order to reduce unnecessary redundancies.
- Assists to produce regular reports according to the guidelines determined by project management.
- Assists to research hardware and operating system problems and
determine proper solutions, arranging and coordinating for hardware and
software repairs when necessary.
- Implements standard operating procedures for administering database.
- Works with Abuja Database Specialist and partners in numerous
field locations throughout the country to ensure the database
functionality meets their needs.
- Implements project-wide data processing protocols, including
manuals and reference guides, for proper use of the project database and
related functions.
- Works with project staff to find and implement technological solutions to data-related challenges.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Experience
- Candidates for this position must have at least 2 years of
experience with complex databases, preferably with a USAID-funded
education project. Experience in a multi-unit, geographically diverse
organization strongly preferred.
- Candidates should have demonstrated experience administering and
supporting relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Cloud
based), generating complex SQL queries (preferably using LINQ/Entity
Framework), and have experience creating reports using reporting and
business intelligence (bi) tools.
- must demonstrate knowledge of computer languages and systems (HTML, SQL, MVC .NET, C#, etc.).
- In addition, candidates should have experience with databases
for monitoring program implementation and in data collection, processing
and analysis systems.
- If possible, candidates should include the following examples of
their previous work* including frameworks, technologies, languages and
tools used for:
- Application development (a description, and/or screenshots)
- Entity Framework/LINQ experience (a description and/or script example)
- Reporting tools and reports designed (a description and/or report examples)
- Client / Helpdesk support experiences
- Complex databases design (a description, structure and/or ER diagram)
- Database Management (a description, management processes brief)
- SQL queries developed (a description and/or script example)
Important: Do not include confidential/proprietary information.
- Candidates must demonstrate the ability to balance work within a
team environment while working with minimal supervision; strong
organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; good technical
writing skills.
- Candidates must have the ability to travel regularly to Bauchi,
Sokoto and other States in Northern Nigeria and to work effectively with
diverse stakeholders.
Education
- A high school diploma is required.
- A Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, or other related field, is highly desired.
We Offer
EDC is committed to diversity in the workplace. EDC offers a supportive
work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits
package.
How to Apply
Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit their resumes to:
[email protected] with “Sokoto Database Officer” or “Bauchi Database Officer” in the subject line of the email depending on preferred location.
Note: Only candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.