Database Officer, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania OPEN TO INTERNAL AND NON-REPRESENTED MEMBER STATES CANDIDATES Position Title : Database Officer Duty Station : Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Classification : Official, Grade Equiv.P2 Type of Appointment : Special short term, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible Closing Date: March 12, 2014 Reference Code: SVN2014/09(O)-INT 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. 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, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Czech Republic, Comoros, Cyprus, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, Somalia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. Context: Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and direct supervision of the Programme Manager (Data Management Unit) in IOM Tanzania and in close coordination with the ITC Software Development Unit in IOM Geneva, the successful candidate will be responsible for gathering requirements, solution design, development, testing, implementation, end-user training and maintenance of the software required by the project to develop the Registration Database for irregular migrants in Tanzania and other such databases required for the projects managed by the unit. Core Functions/ Responsibilities: Develop and maintain the Registration Database for irregular migrants in Tanzania, and its integration in Tanzanias immigration processes, including their Border Management Information System (MIDAS). The purpose of the database is to gather and process information on irregular migrants registering for assisted voluntary return or resident permits. Design, develop, test and deploy databases, software and other technology solutions (including. mobile applications) and compilation of business requirements, technical specifications, user and technical documentation in line with ITC policies and standards. This should include definition of user roles and controlled access to respect data protection and confidentiality. Develop and implement proper backup/restoration, data validation and security procedures to ensure data integrity and availability of data. Provide technical support and capacity building on Database development and maintenance to the local authorities/counterparts. Recruit and manage training of staff, as needed, staff directly involved with data entry and processing (Database Assistants, Data Entry Clerks and Data Verification Assistants) to ensure the quality of data entered to IOM databases. Secure consistently available computer services, support training and maintenance of all computer systems used for information database systems. Work closely with field offices to provide technical support for the usage of the information and database systems and design other data databases and auxiliary information sub-systems for existing or new programs and projects. Support in reporting and analyzing data for donors and stakeholders, assuring data consistency, giving statistic information and mapping of collected data. Design other databases and auxiliary systems for existing or new programmes and projects in IOM, as required. Implement training to Database developers and administrators and define minimum requirement for national database administrator, inclusive of identification of relevant training for international recognized certification. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Required Competencies Behavioural takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; displays mastery of subject matter; contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates genderrelated needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM. Technical anticipates and prepares response to changing IT needs of the relevant organizational unit; delivers optimal IT solutions within defined resource parameters; correctly applies knowledge of specialized IT disciplines. Required Qualifications and Experience a) completed advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution in Computer Sciences or a related field; two years of relevant professional experience (four years for candidates holding a first level university degree) in the areas of administration of multi-site IT infrastructure; previous experience in Database Information Systems development, preferably in support of government systems; at least one year of experience using two or more of the following tools: Access, VB.NET, C++. NET framework, Java, ASP.NET, SQL or Oracle (MCP certification in any of these products an advantage); experience in the development and implementation of population database systems (e.g. migrant registration, censuses, household surveys). Languages Fluency in English required. How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by March 12, 2014 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to: iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html 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. ----------------------------------------- Programme Assistant, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania PROGRAMME ASSISTANT Location :Dar es Salaam, TANZANIA Application Deadline :07-Mar-14 Additional Category:Millennium Development Goals Type of Contract :Service Contract Post Level :SB-3 Languages Required :English Duration of Initial Contract :12 months Expected Duration of Assignment :12 months Background The UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is the UNs capital investment agency for the worlds 49 least developed countries. It focuses on Africa and the poorest countries of Asia and the Middle East, with a special commitment to countries emerging from conflict or crisis. Within its economic development mandate UNCDF specializes in public and private financing mechanisms that catalyze economic growth and make it more inclusive and sustainable. Through country programmes and global thematic programmes, UNCDF offers a unique combination of investment capital, capacity building and technical advisory services to promote Local Development Finance and Inclusive Finance in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs). UNCDFs Local Development Finance Initiative (LFI) is an innovative programme designed to unlock financial sectors in developing countries for financing small and medium-sized infrastructure projects that are needed for local economic and private sector development.The LFI Program Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the LFI Chief Technical Advisor (CTA), based in Dar es Salaam. Duties and Responsibilities Summary of Key functions Support to Programme Management: 30% Support the CTA in the development, monitoring and implementation of the LFI programme ensuring coherence with UNCDF and LFI programme document; Perform/coordinate the elaboration of the reports required to meet requirements of the programme framework including work plans, progress reports and mission reports and the organization/coordination of programme governance bodies meetings to ensure smooth implementation of the LFI Programmes. Develop and maintain programme information repositories including those of other LFI programmes and serves as an internal consultant and shares knowledge with the team; Follow-up programmatic/operational issues emerging from missions and discussions with projects sponsors, government partners and other stakeholders as assigned by the CTA Resource Mobilization and Partnership Building: 30% Support the efforts of the supervising CTA to mobilize additional resources for the project; Develop strategies to mobilize additional resources based on project resource requirements and new opportunities; Monitor country level and regional level opportunities for donor funds mobilization; Develop, analyze, and manage a resource mobilization database, with background information on other existing programmes, analysis of possible linkages with the LFI Programme, develop a solid pipeline of resource mobilization leads and substantial next steps; Support the LFI team in the development of a comprehensive resource mobilization and partnership building strategy; Provide general support in fostering partnerships with other UN agencies or development partners by participating in meetings and facilitating follow ups; Develop proposals, power point presentations and reports for different levels and requirements of the programme framework. Knowledge Management:20% Provides substantial support to knowledge management tools and processes for the LFI Programme, focusing on achieving the following result; Management and coordination of the programme knowledge management page on Teamworks and other appropriate instruments; Encourage the extractions of lessons from evaluations for knowledge management to enhance effectiveness of LFI programme; Collaboration with LFI technical practitioners to develop cutting edge strategies, realignments and approaches for project investment and piloting, in order to better achieve programme outcomes; Develop LFI communication materials, including programme information for public dissemination, technical material for targeted partners, background documentation, briefing material, power point presentations, meeting minutes; Manage and update the stakeholder and partner database and the internal information management system. Develop and maintain effective information database on projects, providing resource and necessary support for program inputs and outputs; Coordinate compilation and dissemination of annual and quarterly reports for the programme. Organize and coordinate lessons learned workshops/review of program work plans with partners and other stakeholders; Facilitate documentation and reporting of assessments, program data, lessons learned and best practices for internal and external sharing. Support to project identification and development: 10% Support the LFI Team in the research, screening and analysis of potential project sponsors of infrastructure projects, the required areas of project development, and the securing of finance (debt and equity) using a project finance approach combined with credit enhancements. Logistic support 10% Provide general and comprehensive logistic support in the organization of international and local missions, internal and external meetings, workshops and trainings and any other required activity. Competencies Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the subject-matter: Understands more advanced aspects of the primary area of specialization as well as the fundamental concepts of related disciplines; Continues to seeks new and improved methods and systems for accomplishing the work of the unit; Keeps abreast of new developments in area of professional discipline and job knowledge and seeks to develop him/herself professionally; Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments. Innovation and judgment: Conceptualizes and analyzes problems to identify key issues and how they relate; Contributes creative, practical ideas and demonstrates sense of entrepreneurial initiative to deal with challenging situations; Strives for quality client-oriented services (internal and external) when making decisions and taking action. Results-orientation: Plans and produces quality results to meet established goals. Generate innovative, practical solutions to challenging situations: Partnering and networking Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside the project; Strong networking capabilities and ability to associate him/herself with a range of actors with a view to building relations and facilitating links; Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing: Developing tools and mechanisms Makes the case for innovative ideas documenting successes and building them into the design of new approaches Identifies new approaches and strategies that promote the use of tools and mechanisms; Develops and/or participates in the development of tools and mechanisms, including identifying new approaches to promote individual and organizational learning and knowledge sharing using formal and informal methodologies. Required Skills and Experience Education:
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