22-April-2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT For Database Manager Country Office: Ethiopia Work Base: [Addis Ababa] Availability: As Soon As Possible Salary Scale: EMS - 09 level 1 $1,407 Insurance - (Life, Group Personal Accident and Medical Insurances are covered upon the organization policies). Seniority Allowance – paid depending up the years of service. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this position. |
About Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger-USA is a global humanitarian organization that takes decisive action against the causes and effects of hunger. We save the lives of malnourished children and we enable entire communities to be free from hunger. With more than 8,000 staff in over 50 countries, our programs reached 17 million people in 2019.
About the Country Program in Ethiopia
Action Against Hunger has been operational in Ethiopia since 1984 responding to both chronic and acute needs through a multi-sectoral strategy where nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods, WASH, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support activities are integrated to have a meaningful impact on people’s resilience. Action Against Hunger currently operates in 5 different regions (Oromia, Somali, Amhara, Benishangul Gumuz, and Gambella) with a portfolio of 20m USD/year of emergency, resilience building, research, and innovation programs. We have a country team of around 600 staff in 17 regional and satellite offices. Our main donors in Ethiopia in 2020/2021 are BHA, ECHO, Europaid, UNHCR, UNICEF, GFFO, BPRM, SIDA, EHF, WFP, CIAA, and others.
I. General Assignments / Scope of the Role
The Database Developer/Manager plays a pivotal role in the efficient operation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) department within the organization. This position primarily focuses on the design, management, and optimization of databases crucial for assessments, routine checklists, monitoring, and evaluation tools. Collaborating closely with MEAL Head of Department (HoD), Regional MEAL Managers, Roving MEAL Managers, and others, the Database Developer/Manager ensures smooth data analysis and quality assurance processes. Responsibilities also entail working alongside regional teams to ensure proper archiving of documents, producing reports, validating indicators, and refining databases and analysis tools in collaboration with the broader MEAL team.
Purpose
The purpose of the Database Developer/Manager role extends beyond database management to encompass supporting regional teams, staff, and partners in troubleshooting data-related challenges, reviewing data reporting systems' progress, and developing centralized web-based databases. Maintaining data quality procedures, collaborating with MEAL managers, and coordinating with project components to ensure the timely flow of data are essential aspects of this role. Additionally, the Database Developer/Manager maintains a comprehensive catalog of regional MEAL tools, addresses staff data processing needs through training and advocacy, and undertakes assigned tasks to contribute effectively to the organization's overarching objectives.
Engagement
Internal
Roving MEAL manager: Exchange of information
MEAL HoD and Deputy HoD- technical guidance on MEAL procedures, and systems
External
Local governmental and non-governmental partners: exchange of information, coordination, and training related to ACF database and data management system
Delivery
Ad-hoc reports (assessments reports, newsletters, etc.
Essential job duties
Objective 1: Database Management and Analysis
Objective 2: Collaboration and Support
Objective 3: Reporting and Documentation
Supervisory Responsibilities
I. Gender Equality Commitments
II. Fiscal Responsibility
III. Physical Demands
IV. Working Conditions, Travel, and Environment
I. Required Qualifications and Professional Experience
Required Experience:
II. Required Skills & Competencies
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