Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 29, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Associate Database Developer
Roles and responsibilities:
Using Micrososft SQLServer, MySQL and PostgreSQL the incumbent will:
• Develop and implement ETL programs to load various databases on a continuous and ongoing basis into a master database for analysis
• Develop queries, views, indexed views and other database objects to facilitate querying, reporting, and analysis
• Design and develop dashboards, charts and reports using PowerBI and SSRS
• Manage and configure power BI and test new versions and releases of PowerBI
• Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act
• Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
• Write training guides and system implementation technical documents
• Work closely with IT project managers and system developers
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
• Assist in the development of interfaces for interoperability to enable data syncing between databases
• Work with other members of the informatics team, in collaboration with the Senior Manager for Global Health Informatics in San Francisco
• Any other duties assigned related to this job description

Minimum Requirements:
• An appropriate degree in computer science, Information Technology or software engineering with an interest in database development or at least 2 years of demonstrable experience in database development
• Demonstrated experience in working with databases and SQL and developing database centric applications in one particular DMBS, either SQL Server or PostgreSQL including writing complex SQL queries
• Interest in business intelligence and using Power BI
• Certification in a popular DMBS is considered a major advantage
• Experience with one or more of the following domains are considered advantages:
o (Bio)statistics
o Monitoring and Evaluation
o Epidemiology
o HIV
o Working in the health sector
o Linux
o GIT workflows

Additional Requirements:
• Must be willing to work occasionally during evening hours to participate in phone calls – such time may be compensated
• Some components of the job may be executed off-site, for example at a government entity
• The incumbent must be willing to liaise and collaborate with other staff, and train them in the design, development and maintenance of these databases and dashboards
• Willing to travel outside the office environment to remote areas of the country to training and implement systems developed.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Qualified Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed in the minimum requirements above with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. All applications must include the following:
• Cover letter
• Current CV with names and telephone numbers for three referees
Applications should be sent by email to HR.Kenya@ucglobalprograms.org with the email subject by Friday, September 9, 2022
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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