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Showing posts with label IT AND DATA JOBS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label IT AND DATA JOBS. Show all posts

Saturday, 9 November 2013

Analyst / Programmer - Del Monte Jobs in Kenya

Job Title Analyst / Programmer
Organization Del Monte
Country  Kenya

The Company:
Del Monte Kenya Limited located in Thika – Kenya is a leading producer, marketer and distributor of premium quality foods, fresh and processed pineapple fruit and fruit juice beverages.

As part of our commitment to meeting our performance objectives, we are looking for top class individuals to fill vacant positions

Analyst / Programmer

Key Result Areas

Analyze and design new applications.
Develop new applications as per user requirements.
Train and guide users on new application.
Maintain new and existing applications.
Ensuring SLDC is documented on all new and existing applications.

Friday, 18 October 2013

Data Assistant - FFA Project Job in Kenya

Job Title Data Assistant - FFA Project

Job Description
Fluency in written and oral English, Kiswahili
Knowledgeable in Community Based Targetting and Community Based Resilience Analysis.
Proficiency in use of relevant Computer Packages (MS Word, Excel, Database, Publisher and SPSS)
Strong communication, report writing, presentation and interpersonal skills
Willing and ability to work and live in rural setups with minimal supervision

Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Information Technology/Computer science and or statistics
Required Experience
3 years working experience in implementing and monitoring  donor funded projec
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF DATA ASSISTANT
 
Design, develop and implement the database at field level for storing, sharing and analyzing data in all areas of the projects’ undertakings.
 
Work with the Project Officers and Field Officers to check and verify data relating to all project activities, and develop suitable monitoring and reporting tools.
 
Coordinating and supervising methodologies of data collection and verification through the use of computer applications like word processing, spread sheet analysis, access programs among other utilities.
 
Ensure information on food distribution, Non-Food Items distribution and work norms achieved is keyed in for reporting purposes.
 
Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of all the project activities according to established procedures.
 
Process and distribute a variety of reports including minutes, monthly and annual reports to their respective respondents as required.
 
Handle data processing operation relating to specific or multiple projects and general maintenance of the database which entails compiling, sorting and verifying accuracy of data entered by comparing with source documents and making the necessary adjustments.
 
Provision of IT support which entails advising on the operations and maintenance of computer hardware and software.
 
Develops and maintains relevant databases and filing systems for optimal management of project information and contacts.
 
Contribute to the project monitoring of performance indicators and regular reporting systems by preparing data analysis, summary sheets and reports in accordance to project needs.
 
Work in conjunction with the Logistics officer and Office Assistant to provide administrative support to the Project Staff.
 
Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
 Job Location
Lodwar, North-Eastern (Kaskazini Mashariki), Kenya

Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Software Architect jobs In South Africa - Business Objects Data Services Tech. Consultant

Job Title Software Architect -
Organisation Business Objects Data Services Tech. Consultant
Category IT, Technology Sector
Closing date Monday, September 30, 2013

Job Description:

SAP Special Expertise partner in the Enterprise Information Management space seeking a SAP BODS Solutions Architect to be responsible for the full systems development lifecycle from requirements gathering through implementation of software architecture solutions
Key Performance Areas
Responsible for setting up the data profiler and configuring the business rules in SAP BODS
Interpret the business rules and DQ report requirements
Work closely with clients and demonstrate individual functional and professional knowledge to ensure that the work products and deliverables are of the highest calibre to ensure client satisfaction
Apply project management expertise to identify, develop, and implement techniques to improve engagement productivity, increase efficiencies, mitigate risks, resolve issues, and optimize cost savings and efficiencies
Skills and Experience
Strong knowledge in SAP BODS tools required
Fair understanding of data quality and master data processes
Technology
• Experience working with software integration as an interface Software Designer or Developer
• Experience with Enterprise Architecture Integration (EAI) using Unified Modeling Language (UML)
• Experience with at least one of the following Enterprise Architecture Integration (EAI) technologies: IBM Websphere, BEA Weblogic, Webmethods, TIBCO, SeeBeyond, Biztalk
• Experience with using Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and emerging trends
• Experience working with XML and familiar with XML modeling
• Experience with Data Architecture, Data Modeling or DBA is required
• Experience with Enterprise systems management, IT operations, Server platform infrastructure (Microsoft Windows and/or Unix)
Delivery
• Experience within a delivery role
• Extensive experience with Rational Unified Process (RUP) for delivery of applications
• Extensive knowledge of SDLC processes and methodologies
Soft Skills


Saturday, 27 July 2013

Monitoring Assistant - Solidarites International in Nairobi

 Job Title: Data Entry / Monitoring Assistant

1 Position
Solidarites International is an international humanitarian organization which provides assistance to populations who are victims of armed conflict or natural disasters.

For 30 years, Solidarites International (SI) has concentrated its action on meeting three vital needs: water, food and shelter.

By carrying out emergency programs, SI has acquired experience and expertise in the fields of WASH, food security, livelihoods and agriculture.

In the Horn of Africa, SI is currently implementing WASH and Food Security/Livelihoods programs in Kenya and Somalia.

In Somalia, SI is implementing 4 projects in three locations in the South/Central zone, namely: Adaado (Galgaduud), Afmadow (Lower Juba) and Luuq (Gedo region).

In addition to regular monitoring activities by the project teams on the field, and in order to ensure monitoring of project results, the following processes are being implemented:

Needs Assessment
Pre- KAP Surveys (Baseline)
Monthly Post-distribution monitoring surveys (Food Vouchers, water vouchers, ceramic filters)
Pre and post harvest surveys
Household dietary and diversity surveys
Food consumption score questionnaires
Coping strategies questionnaires
Baselines / end lines on livestock body conditions and livestock management practices
Monthly market price surveys
Focused Group Discussions
3 Post-KAP surveys (End-line information).
Position Objectives
Under the supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator, data entry/ monitoring assistant will support and assist the M&E coordinator in:
(i) processing the data from the surveys and questionnaires received from the field and generating relevant statistical reports to be used for the project evaluation and donor reporting;

(ii) Archiving the different sources of verification and surveys/ questionnaires for internal control and further audits;

(iii) Assist in following up on the feedback and complaints mechanism in place and the introduction of a call center for programme beneficiaries managed from Nairobi;

(iv) Assist in compiling programme documentation into SI’s internal server.
Start date: Approximately 15th August 2013
Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension)
Org Chart Position (reporting and functional relationships)
Reports to: M&E coordinator
Line manages: None
List of main responsibilities:
Data entry and data analysis :
Assist the M&E, WASH and Food Security Coordinators on the expected deliverables for each survey/questionnaire analyzed.
Compare and define the best data entry and analysis software for use.
Check for accuracy in the data entered into suitable statistics software system against the original completed forms from the field.
Verify the quality of the data collected from the field to ensure that the forms are correctly filled before analysis and where mistakes found, follow up with the M&E coordinator to correct information.
Clean the data as required.
Carry out analysis and create tabulations for key project indicators and research questions.
Generate relevant and automatic reports from the data entry system into relevant formats (i.e. Dashboards).
Assist the M&E, WASH and Food security coordinators to revise and finalize relevant reports: KAP reports, pre/post harvest, PDMs reports etc.
Provide a codebook that helps to describe how the raw data was arranged to help give meaning to the data
Keep questionnaires, surveys and other sources of verification received from the field archived
Assist in refining the monitoring tools: KAP, PDM, questionnaires, pre and post harvest surveys templates etc.
Assist in developing a system for analyzing and managing information on beneficiary lists.
Feedback and Complaints (F&C) mechanism:
Assist the M&E coordinator in following up on the F&C mechanism in place and analyze information sent by the field teams
Assist in introducing a call center to manage feedbacks and complaints from programme beneficiaries
Answer calls, register feedbacks and complaints and liaise with field teams to follow up on received calls
Assist the M&E coordinator in maintaining the call center database and alert coordination if necessary, depending on the nature of the calls received
Select a sample of beneficiaries and do random calls to assess the level of satisfaction from the beneficiaries and collect their feedback on the assistance received – Assist the M&E coordinator, in developing template questionnaires for the selected beneficiaries
Assist in improving the feedback and complaints mechanism as well as other accountability systems in place
Information management – capitalization
Assist the coordination team in filing relevant documents from previous and ongoing projects into SI’s internal server
Qualifications and experience requested:
Education:
College Diploma/University degree, with strong background in statistics, data analysis and report generation.
IT proficiency
Experience:
At least 1.5 years Data Entry experience
Extensive experience in data entry using statistical analysis software, ideally Sphinx which is the preferred software used by SI, or other statistics packages.
Skills and competences:
Good inter-personal skills
Good report writing and communication skills
Calm and diplomatic.
Strong capacity to work with initiative, flexibility and without close supervision
Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural team
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Very comfortable with standard office software and internet research.
Languages:
Fluent in English and Kiswahili
Somali required
How to apply:
Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org.
Please indicate the job title in the email subject line.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
Solidarités International is an equal opportunities employer
Deadline: 02/08/2013

Thursday, 25 July 2013

Economics Experts - DAI in Dar es Salaam


Job Title:Call for Experts, East Africa Trade Hub Project

DAI
Position Description:

Call for Experts -- East Africa Trade Hub Project



DAI, a global development consulting firm based in the United States, seeks applications from senior-level experts for an anticipated five-year, trade facilitation project for East Africa. The anticipated project is expected to increase regional trade, international competitiveness, and food security in the East Africa region. Positions on the project are expected to be based in Tanzania, with significant travel throughout the East Africa region and internationally.



DAI is seeking candidates with technical expertise in the following areas:

· Regional trade policy and economic integration

· Transit and customs facilitation

· Regional trade association capacity building

· Export-oriented value chain development and competitiveness

· AGOA-focused market linkages facilitation

· Financial services and product design for trade facilitation

· Regional staple food and textile value chain facilitation

· Market information systems development



General Requirements:

· Advanced degree in economics, international trade or development, business administration, finance, agricultural development, or other relevant field;

· 10+ years of experience in private sector development, trade facilitation, value chain development, or trade finance in the East Africa region;

· Experience on a international donor-funded trade or private sector development project is strongly preferred;

· Excellent verbal and written communications skills; and

· Fluency in English is required.


How to Apply:

Interested candidates should e-mail their CV to EastAfricaTrade@dai.com by August 16, 2013, indicating expertise in the subject line.

Tutorial Assistant Electronics and Telecommunication - Dar-Es-Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)


Job Title:Tutorial Assistant Electronics and Telecommunication- Three Posts

Dar-Es-Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)

Position Description:

Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT) was established by Act of Parliament, Act No. 6 of 1997. The governance and the control of the institute are vested in the DIT Council. The Council has a chairperson appointed by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania and 11 members appointed by the Minister responsible for Science and Technology. The Chief Executive of the Institute is the Principal who is appointed by the Minister. The Principal is also the Secretary of the DIT Council. The Principal in executing his/her administration functions is supported by the Deputy Principal (Academic, Research and Consultancy) who is responsible for the operations of academic related departments and the Deputy Principal (Administration and Finance) who oversees the operations of supporting departments.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching up to NTA level 6 (Ordinary Diploma).

Conduct tutorial and practical exercises for students.

Prepares learning resources for tutorial exercise

Assists in conducting research under close supervision of supervisor

Carries out Consultancy and Community Services under close supervision.

Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Master of Science /Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering with GPA 3.5 and above or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

Remuneration

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary PHTS 4-5.



How to Apply:



Dead line for application is 25th July, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

Women are highly encouraged to apply

Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:

Secretary

Public Service Recruitment

Secretariat

P. O. Box 63100

Dar Es Salaam

Sunday, 21 July 2013

DB2 Specialist - IBM in Johannesburg


Job Title: DB2 Specialist

Job ID: GTS-0589218

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: - Any

Travel: 25% travel annually

Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)

Business group: Global Technology Services

Job category: IT Specialist

Business unit: Int Tech Svcs

Job role: Database Administrator

Job role skillset: DB2

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
The Incumbent will be responsible for the following: Install and maintain database objects per change request system. Maintain DB2 schemas, tables, procedures and permissions. Monitor databases and database jobs on a daily basis. Monitor database performance and errors on a daily basis. Understand applications supported and interaction of DB2 with other application components. Analyze and sustain capacity and performance for responsible areas. Analyze and tune databases. Analyze and tune application queries and stored procedures. Understand and implement DB2 replication. Participate in application code reviews make suggestions based on DB2 knowledge. Restore, rebuild and recover data base environments. Install and test upgrades and patches. Provide off-hours support for critical situations, releases, and upgrades. Create and maintain shell scripts for task automation. Evaluate and recommend new database technologies. Maintain good working knowledge of DB2, SQL, and AIX.
(1468)

Required:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 4 years experience in Install and maintain database objects per change request system
At least 4 years experience in working knowledge of DB2, SQL, and AIX. Restore, rebuild and recover data base environments
At least 4 years experience in Understand and implement DB2 replication, Install and test upgrades and patches
English: Fluent

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
At least 6 years experience in Install and maintain database objects per change request system
At least 6 years experience in working knowledge of DB2, SQL, and AIX. Restore, rebuild and recover data base environments
At least 6 years experience in Understand and implement DB2 replication, Install and test upgrades and patches

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GTS-0589218

Deadline: 30 July 2013

AIX Specialist - IBM in Johannesburg


Job Title: AIX Specialist

Job ID: GTS-0586566

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: Johannesburg

Travel: 25% travel annually

Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)

Business group: Global Technology Services

Job category: IT Specialist

Business unit: Int Tech Svcs

Job role: Server Services Specialist

Job role skillset: General

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
IBM is leading the way to a whole new generation of intelligent systems and technologies, more powerful and accessible than ever before. Be a part of our progress as a Systems Management Specialist. Partner with some of the best minds in the industry, and apply your technical know-how to manage and operate IT hardware, software, communications and/or application solutions. You'll manage the resources required to plan, develop, deliver and support expertly engineered IT services and products that meet worldwide clients' needs. The challenges don't stop there. You'll be responsible for preparing for new or changed services, management of the change process and maintenance of regulatory, legal and professional standards. You'll also manage the performance of systems and services, as well as brought-in services, including public networks, virtual private networks and outsourced services. Deliverables include service-level reporting, risk and contingency planning. Support-related responsibilities include sizing, troubleshooting and critical customer situations. Come develop some of the most exciting technologies and product innovations in the world today. Join us.
(1468)

Required:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 5 years experience in AIX Operating System administration, AIX L3 support , AIX, HACMP, VIO, LVM, LPAR, WPAR, VIO
At least 5 years experience in Expert knowledge in Package install, patch management, server builds, Server upgrades, License management
At least 5 years experience in Expert knowledge in LVM, LPAR, WPAR, VIO, APV
At least 5 years experience in Expert knowledge on AIX NIM for unattended server install
At least 5 years experience in Exposure to SMIT,TCB (Trusted computing base), workload manager, RMC (Resource monitoring and control)
At least 5 years experience in Hand-on knowledge on various RAID technologies (RAID 0+1, RAID 1, RAID 5 etc.)
At least 5 years experience in Exposure to AIX network administration ( DNS,NIS,LDAP)
At least 5 years experience in Configuration complex software implementations for initial functionality with occasionally configuration for advanced features
At least 5 years experience in Hands on experience in configuring VIO Server and VIO clients
English: Fluent

Preferred:
At least 8 years experience in AIX Operating System administration, AIX L3 support , AIX, HACMP, VIO, LVM, LPAR, WPAR, VIO
At least 8 years experience in Expert knowledge in Package install, patch management, server builds, Server upgrades, License management
At least 8 years experience in Expert knowledge in LVM, LPAR, WPAR, VIO, APV
At least 8 years experience in Expert knowledge on AIX NIM for unattended server install
At least 8 years experience in Exposure to SMIT,TCB (Trusted computing base), workload manager, RMC (Resource monitoring and control)
At least 8 years experience in Hand-on knowledge on various RAID technologies (RAID 0+1, RAID 1, RAID 5 etc.)
At least 8 years experience in Exposure to AIX network administration ( DNS,NIS,LDAP)
At least 8 years experience in Configuration complex software implementations for initial functionality with occasionally configuration for advanced features
At least 8 years experience in Hands on experience in configuring VIO Server and VIO clients

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GTS-0586566

Deadline: 30 July 2013

Security Specialist - IBM in Johannesburg


Job Title: Security Specialist

Job ID: GTS-0586601

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: Johannesburg

Travel: 25% travel annually

Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)

Business group: Global Technology Services

Job category: IT Specialist

Business unit: Int Tech Svcs

Job role: Security Services Specialist

Job role skillset: General

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
Security Specialist in this job role will have expertise in analyzing and translating business requirements into security controls and their design and implementation using Tivoli security products according to Customer requirements. Typical examples of the deliverables include implementations of Tivoli Security products which include Tivoli Identity and Access Assurance solutions as while as Tivoli Compliance and Audit solutions. The successful candidate will also work with other technical professionals in IBM to size solutions and troubleshoot critical customer situations. This role also requires that the specialist work with a team of technical professionals, project managers as well as representatives from the client and demonstrate technical excellence in their implementations, documentation as well as providing constructive feedback in projects to achieve and exceed customer expectations.
This role is primarily a customer facing services role and the successful candidate should have extensive communication experience in a professional environment.
(1468)

Required:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 8 years experience in IBM Software and Technology
At least 8 years experience in Tivoli Security Implementations
At least 8 years experience in working with Customers including documenting customer´s need and requirements
English: Fluent

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
At least 10 years experience in IBM Software and Technology
At least 10 years experience in Tivoli Security Implementations
At least 10 years experience in working with Customers including documenting customer´s need and requirements

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GTS-0586601

Deadline: 30 July 2013
 Security Specialist
at IBM in Johannesburg

Expiry Date : 2013-07-30


Job Title: Security Specialist

Job ID: GTS-0586601

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: Johannesburg

Travel: 25% travel annually

Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)

Business group: Global Technology Services

Job category: IT Specialist

Business unit: Int Tech Svcs

Job role: Security Services Specialist

Job role skillset: General

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
Security Specialist in this job role will have expertise in analyzing and translating business requirements into security controls and their design and implementation using Tivoli security products according to Customer requirements. Typical examples of the deliverables include implementations of Tivoli Security products which include Tivoli Identity and Access Assurance solutions as while as Tivoli Compliance and Audit solutions. The successful candidate will also work with other technical professionals in IBM to size solutions and troubleshoot critical customer situations. This role also requires that the specialist work with a team of technical professionals, project managers as well as representatives from the client and demonstrate technical excellence in their implementations, documentation as well as providing constructive feedback in projects to achieve and exceed customer expectations.
This role is primarily a customer facing services role and the successful candidate should have extensive communication experience in a professional environment.
(1468)

Required:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 8 years experience in IBM Software and Technology
At least 8 years experience in Tivoli Security Implementations
At least 8 years experience in working with Customers including documenting customer´s need and requirements
English: Fluent

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
At least 10 years experience in IBM Software and Technology
At least 10 years experience in Tivoli Security Implementations
At least 10 years experience in working with Customers including documenting customer´s need and requirements

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GTS-0586601

Deadline: 30 July 2013

Websphere Application Server Specialist - IBM in Johannesburg


Job Title: Websphere Application Server Specialist

Job ID: GTS-0589248

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: Johannesburg

Travel: 25% travel annually

Job area: Consulting & Services

Business group: Global Technology Services

Job category: IT Specialist

Business unit: Int Tech Svcs

Job role: Database Administrator

Job role skillset: WebSphere Application Server

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
The Incumbent will provide clients with guidance on best-practice and be able to manage a technical team to implement the best-of-breed solutions. Be technically certified across various products with experience in Open Systems.

Technical specialist with particular experience and skills in the following IBM product sets and technologies:
WebSphere Application Server v6.x - v8.x
IBM HTTP server v6.x - v8.x
IBM WebSphere Edge components v6.x - v8.x
WebSphere MQ
WebSphere DataPower XI50
WebSphere Services Registry and Repository
WebSphere Business Process Manager / Server
J2EE application packaging and deployments
JMS and MQ messaging configurations
JDBC and data technologies (particularly DB2)
Strong technical skills on AIX, Linux and Windows platforms
jython / jacl scripting
Good Unix shell scripting skills
Good MS-DOS batch scripting skills
Strong HTML / web development skills
Good TCP/IP networking knowledge
Good understanding of Cisco Ace LB would be an advantage

Further the job role requires strong skills in the following IT concepts
Automation and scripting
WebSphere Application Server infrastructure architecturing and designing.
WebSphere Application Server network routing and load balancing
WebSphere Application Server security concepts and implementations (MS-AD LDAP, Tivoli Ldap etc)
WebSphere Application Server and related products performance tuning concepts on various OS platforms
Reporting, monitoring and alerting on WebSphere environments
Basic knowledge of J2EE and java applications
Incident management (taking ownership and driving incidents until resolved)
Problem management (doing route cause analysis and driving problems until route cause known)
Change management (implementing, proposing and advising on change impacts and implications)
Proactive monitoring, alerting and escalations particularly in WAS environments

Outstanding Skills:
Technical expert in IBM WebSphere products and architecture
Experience implementing best-practice in an Open Systems environment
Proven track record
Implementation and upgrades of complex environments
Ability to lead a team of technical experts
(1468)

Required:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 4 years experience in Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 4 years experience in WebSphere Application Server v6.x - v8.x
At least 4 years experience in WebSphere Application Server infrastructure architecture and design
English: Fluent

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
At least 6 years experience in Associate's Degree/College Diploma
At least 6 years experience in WebSphere Application Server v6.x - v8.x
At least 6 years experience in WebSphere Application Server infrastructure architecture and design

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GTS-0589248

Deadline: 30 July 2013

Sunday, 14 July 2013

IT Help Desk Technician - First Rand in Johannesburg


Job Title: IT Help Desk Technician

Location: Johannesburg,ZA

Organization Name: Banking Channel BCIS Service Support

Province: Gauteng

Division: First National Bank

About Us:
FNB is a values-based organisation. Our values are our core business driver. It guides us in every aspect of our business be it when making business decisions, or when dealing with our colleagues, customers and investors. In living the FNB values our employees:-
· Take pride in what we do and our contributions to our organisation.
· In our owner-manager culture, we take responsibility and accountability for our actions and we don’t run away from our problems, but tackle them head-on.
· Are empowered to innovate and come up with new ideas, as we value and nurture new ideas.
· Embrace the concept of Ubuntu with our understanding of the communities in which we operate. We have unity of purpose where the whole is greater than the part; therefore, no individual or department can function at the expense of another.
· Respect the feelings, rights and abilities of our colleagues, clients and communities, even though they may be different from our own. We respect ourselves and our colleagues by not accepting or delivering average or poor performance.
If the FNB values are congruent with your value set, and you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you.
All appointments will be made in line with the Bank’s EE Strategy.

Purpose:
To solve IT user queries and problems. Provide high level support on complex problem resolution, advise on new established systems and train users.

Job Requirements:
· Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness
· Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers’ expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solutions by resolving queries fast end effective
· Responsible for the timely and effective response of IT Help Desk user queries and problems through the receipt and logging of problems and the co-ordination of rapid and appropriate responses
· Provision of an efficient IT administration service through careful and timeous planning, IT reporting and updating of all related IT information in the Help Desk Area
· Comply, understand and implement all steps within IT development and meet governance in terms of legislative, software licence requirements and audit requirements.
· Solve IT Help Desk user queries and problems. Provide high level support on complex problem resolution. Advise on new established systems train users, ensure alignment to SLA's and agreed standards
· Manage the incident to completion of IT Help Desk queries by trouble-shoots of end user functional issues and resolves or escalates to senior applications administrator / functional / technical support where necessary.
· Manage own development to increase own competencies

Qualifications and Experience:
· Required Certification for the role
· 1 to 2 Years related experience

How to apply:
https://ebprodrproxy01.fnb.co.za/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?page=/oracle/apps/irc/candidateSelfService/webui/VisVacDispPG&OAHP=IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&akRegionApplicationId=821&transactionid=679304367&retainAM=N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=57145&p_spid=190471&oapc=67

Deadline: 26 July 2013

Thursday, 11 July 2013

IT Help Desk Technician - First Rand in Johannesburg

Job Title: IT Help Desk Technician

Location: Johannesburg,ZA
Organization Name: Banking Channel BCIS Service Support
Province: Gauteng
Division: First National Bank
About Us:
FNB is a values-based organisation. Our values are our core business driver. It guides us in every aspect of our business be it when making business decisions, or when dealing with our colleagues, customers and investors. In living the FNB values our employees:-
· Take pride in what we do and our contributions to our organisation.
· In our owner-manager culture, we take responsibility and accountability for our actions and we don’t run away from our problems, but tackle them head-on.
· Are empowered to innovate and come up with new ideas, as we value and nurture new ideas.
· Embrace the concept of Ubuntu with our understanding of the communities in which we operate. We have unity of purpose where the whole is greater than the part; therefore, no individual or department can function at the expense of another.
· Respect the feelings, rights and abilities of our colleagues, clients and communities, even though they may be different from our own. We respect ourselves and our colleagues by not accepting or delivering average or poor performance.
If the FNB values are congruent with your value set, and you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you.
All appointments will be made in line with the Bank’s EE Strategy.

Purpose:
To solve IT user queries and problems. Provide high level support on complex problem resolution, advise on new established systems and train users.

Job Requirements:
· Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness
· Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers’ expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solutions by resolving queries fast end effective
· Responsible for the timely and effective response of IT Help Desk user queries and problems through the receipt and logging of problems and the co-ordination of rapid and appropriate responses
· Provision of an efficient IT administration service through careful and timorous planning, IT reporting and updating of all related IT information in the Help Desk Area
· Comply, understand and implement all steps within IT development and meet governance in terms of legislative, software license requirements and audit requirements.
· Solve IT Help Desk user queries and problems. Provide high level support on complex problem resolution. Advise on new established systems train users, ensure alignment to SLA's and agreed standards
· Manage the incident to completion of IT Help Desk queries by trouble-shoots of end user functional issues and resolves or escalates to senior applications administrator / functional / technical support where necessary.
· Manage own development to increase own competencies

Qualifications and Experience:
· Required Certification for the role
· 1 to 2 Years related experience

How to apply:
https://ebprodrproxy01.fnb.co.za/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?page=/oracle/apps/irc/candidateSelfService/webui/VisVacDispPG&OAHP=IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&akRegionApplicationId=821&transactionid=679304367&retainAM=N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=57145&p_spid=190471&oapc=67
Deadline: 26 July 2013

Saturday, 29 June 2013

GIS Technologist - Dept. of Education and Training in North West

Job Title: GIS Technologist

Job Location: Mmabatho
Company Name: The superintendent – General, Department of Education and Training,
GIS Technologist
(Program Management)
(5-years public service contract with the intention to make the past permanent)
(Dora-Funded)
Grade A: R607 338-R694 428 per.K20835/5).Mmabatho

Requirements:
Appropriate 3 to 4-year GIS or related Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
-Registration with PLATO as GIS Technologist
-4 years post graduate experience
-planning and organizing as well as financial management skills
-Computer literacy
-Mobile equipment operating skills
Research and technical report writing skills
-Program and project management skills
-Valid driver’s license
-Management implementation of commissioning of projects and project/ program post evaluations.
-Approve project stage reports and designs in accordance with strategic decision-making
-perform oversight role over implementing Agent
-Prepare packaged/individual project briefs
-Prepare an infrastructure program management plan and construction procurement strategic Agent

General Instructions: *In terms of the Departmental equity plan, females and persons with disabilities will receive preference. *The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. *It’s our intention to promote gender and disability in the Department through the filling of the posts. *Candidates whose transfer/promotion /appointment will receive preference. *A clear indication in this regard will facilitate the process of applications. *Correctly completed and application must be submitted on the Z8 form, obtainable from any public service department, and accompanied by certified copies of formal qualifications, ID, driver’s license and comprehensive curriculum Vitae (which must include a minimum of 3 references )

Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, Applications will not be acknowledged.
You may however, contact the relevant enquiries person to confirm if your application has been received.
If you don’t receive any confirmation/response from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
The department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post.

How to Apply:
Applications should be forwarded to: The superintendent – General, Department of Education and Training,
Private Bag X2044,
Mmabatho 2735, first Floor,
Tel :( 018)388-2088.
Applications with incorrect information and or those received after the closing date indicated below will, as a rule, not be accepted.
(Posted applications must have reached the Department by the mentioned date, otherwise they will not be considered)

Deadline: 12 July 2013

Tuesday, 25 June 2013

Graphic Designer - SasaHivi Media Ltd in Nairobi

Job Title: Web / Graphic Designer

SasaHivi Media Ltd ('Sasa Hivi' means in Kiswahili 'right now') was founded in 2003 in Nairobi, Kenya by a group of long time experienced Multimedia, PR and IT professionals.

So, as SasaHivi Media Ltd as a company is relatively young, the experience brought together in it, is very sophisticated.

SasaHivi Media Ltd is all about bringing the best of Technology (Media and Internet) together with the best of Culture (Design, Content creation and Publishing).

Primary responsibilities
Create design prototypes, including graphic design and layout of content, for digital and print media.
Ensure that the layout of the content is accessible and logical; recommend improvements if necessary.
Create visual concepts that match the content and the image wanted by the clients and ensure that interactive media (like websites) are easy to navigate.
Build websites using technologies that conform to international standards and make sure that they are universally accessible. The ability to work with current Content Management Systems is a must.
Perform maintenance and updates to existing websites when requested by clients.
Provide training on maintenance and update procedures to clients who choose to take charge of their own websites.
Requirements
Education and degree(s) in disciplines related to the primary responsibilities.
Experience of working in a communications / public relations environment is highly desirable.
Knowledge of digital imaging and illustration with Photoshop, Fireworks, Indesign and Illustrator.
Knowledge of the common print media formats
Knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, PHP, MySQL, HTML and Flash.
Knowledge of Content Management Systems like Joomla and Wordpress.
Knowledge of design for mobile devices.
Experience with cross-browser and cross-platform issues (IE, Firefox, Chrome, etc.)
Experience with File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
Ability to express in good spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
Attention to detail, customer-service orientation and creativity in problem-solving.
Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way.
Superior knowledge of current web-design trends and techniques and a strong online portfolio.

How to Apply:
Interested?
If you feel you are the right person for this job please e-mail us your CV & work references to: jobs@sasahivi.com

Deadline:08/07/2013

Thursday, 13 June 2013

ABAP Developer - Gijima in Gauteng

Job Title: SAP ABAP Developer

Car Allowance: No

13th Cheque: No

Medical Aid: No

Performance Bonus: No

Employment Type: Permanent

Is AAEE Vacancy? No

Work Level: Senior

Location: Vereeniging

Description:
A leading manufacturer in the Vereeniging area requires a SAP ABAP developer.

Do you have a
•B Degree or an equivalent NQF6 qualification
•SAP ABAP Certification or 4 years SAP/ABAP experience?

Apply today!!

The ideal candidate must have;
•5 years ABAP experience
•General knowledge and understanding of all SAP functional areas
•Strong SAP R/3 Business Process knowledge
•Strong ABAP skills: User Exits, Functions and Enhancements
•Have worked on a SAP Net Weaver platform
•Computer Literacy
•Business Knowledge

Personal attributes:
•Verbal and written communications skills
•Relationship building ability
•Analytical and structured approach
•Verbal and written communications skills
•Strong relationship building ability
•Negotiation and persuasive abilities
•People management skills and networking skills
•Structured Approach

Job key performance areas
You will be responsible for:
•Mapping and conversion of business requirements into a specification for enhancements or new developments
•Adhere to ABAP Programming standards and naming conventions for ArcelorMittal South Africa
•Document Management – Functional Specs, Technical Specs and Sign-Off documents for ArcelorMittal South Africa
•Applying ABAP Programming best practices – Programme structure, Statement Formatting, Data Access and Data update
•Manage change deployment – plan, build and run new developments
•Maintain existing programs and propose improvements
•Understand and confirm solution requirements, current and proposed
•Design solutions, engineer, implement and document technical solutions
•Acquire, create and customise components
•Gain customer acceptance and certification of solutions
•Manage customer satisfaction
•Adherence to Service levels as agreed upon between SAP CoE and it’s stakeholders

How to apply:
http://www.careerinict.com/Eclipse?vacancyId=4341&clientId=2814

Deadline: 28 June 2013

Analyst Programmer - Gijima in Randburg

Job Title: Analyst Programmer

Web Ref: SBUPRO

Car Allowance: No

13th Cheque: No

Medical Aid: No

Performance Bonus: No

Employment Type: Contract

Is AAEE Vacancy? No

Location: Randburg

Description:
The Staffing Services team of Human Capital Management, a division of Gijima is currently recruiting for an Analyst Programmer for one of their clients, a reputable Financial Institution. This is a contract position based in Constantia Kloof, where the right candidate will be required to be on standby every second week.

PRIME PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE:
Provide support to MSDS applications focusing specifically on Xenomorph and Alacra which are both running on Windows platforms.

As a member of the MSDS team, responsibilities will include:
Run The Bank Support: *Participation in overnight support rota. *Telephone and email support *Improving the support model via improved documentation and process *Proactively monitoring the production environment for capacity management risks and issues *Improving the robustness of existing production code *Proactively engaging with project staff to ensure a smooth transition of deliveries into the production environment *Assisting with the upgrade of the hardware and software estate where necessary *Run The Bank Change *Developing minor enhancements against Xenomorph and Alacra to further to meet the requirements of run the bank user base. *Performing requirements analysis on business specifications *Producing technical specifications *Delivering technical solutions using Xenomorph and Alacra using Microsoft products. *Use of Microsoft Reporting Services to develop end user reports for the ASP.Net portal *Implementation of middleware data feeds. *Introduce automated IT processes for regression testing, releasing new code etc. *Analyse system architecture and implement changes as the system grows in size *Building tools & utilities to automate development tasks *Pro-actively responding to the demands, challenges of Business, prioritising the solutions/demands and managing expectations of users/customers. *Provide analysis and design of new tactical solutions, following development standards and best practises. *Identifying and communicating issues and risks to manager as appropriate in a timely manner. *Share knowledge and participate as a team member within Risk Technology IT team. *System Integration Testing for projects in the bank that impact the Risk Technology IT area. *Gain knowledge around Risk Technology systems to understand the business processes and flows involved. *Willingness to learn new technologies and systems to meet the banks reference and market data requirements.

Personal Traits:
Being Proactive
Resilience
Problem Solving Style
Acting with Integrity
Personal Accountability
Valuing Diversity

How to apply:
http://www.careerinict.com/Eclipse?vacancyId=4347&clientId=3024

Deadline: 15 June 2013

Senior Oracle Developer - Gijima in Durban

Job Title: Senior Oracle Developer

Web Ref: 4352AS

Car Allowance: No

13th Cheque: No

Medical Aid: Yes

Performance Bonus: Yes

Employment Type: Permanent

Is AAEE Vacancy? No

Work Level: Senior

Location: La Lucia

Description:
A leading Information Technology Company has a vacancy for a Senior Developer in the Software Solutions Team. The purpose of the role is the design and specifications of IS Solutions predominantly in ERP environment from functional specifications to meet defined business needs. The creation, testing and documentation of new and amended and complex and very complex programs in accordance with agreed standards.

Qualification and Experience:
• A National Diploma in IT/and or equivalent qualification
• A minimum of 10 years in systems development
• A minimum of 1 year developing code in Java or Java scripting (completed within the last
year)
• A minimum of 1 year of object oriented design experience (compleyted within the last year)
• Strong analytical skills using Object orientation programming
• Strong analytical skills preferably PL/SQL or similar query language
• Oracle forms, Reports and PL/SQL experience required
• Perefence will be given to the candidate who has a sound financial background
• Prefernce will be given to the candidate who has had ADF training and/or ADF experience

Personal Attributes and Skills Required:
• Ability to develop systems with proven experience
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Knowledge and understanding of database and system design
• Must be a self starter who requires minimal supervision
• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies, on own initiative
• Logical approach and excellent problem solving skills
• Good technical writing and presentation skills required
• Excellent customer-facing skills
• Good listening and communication skills

Key Accountabilities:
Understanding of system functionality at the application level
• Ability to understand and interpret technical system specifications
• Ability to develop and implement systems
• Ability to produce technical specs for the programs
• Ability to do conceptual system design and compile suitable design documents
• Ability to complete object oriented design
• Ability to do Database design (logical and Physical models)
• Creates logical and innovative solutions to complex requirements.Understanding of working
as part of a project team
• Provide technical estimates to project manager
• Review technical deliverables in order to ensure that what has been built meets user
expectation
• May be required to manage quality assurance, system & user acceptance testing
• May be required to implement systems
• Is a self starter who requires minimal supervision, and takes high ownership of work
assigned
• Must be able to Travel (national/international)

Role Responsibilities
• Program designs from logical specifications
• The development, maintenance, and enhancement of programs
• The documentation of programs
• Produce logical and physical designs from functional designs for applications
• Support application systems and business processes
• Follows-up and closes all issues logged after resolution ensuring that the client is
satisfied with the end result
• Makes programming changes, within technical level of competence, to correct bugs
ensuring high level of quality are maintained
• Software configuration
• Support end users

How to apply:
Kindly email alisha.seethal@gijima.com if you meet all the above requirements.

Deadline: 21 June 2013

Thursday, 6 June 2013

Information, Communication & Technology Manager - Plan International Tanzania in Dar es Salaam

Job Title: Information, Communication & Technology Manager (One Post)

Dar Es Salaam

Position Description:

Plan is an international child - centered Development Organization whose mission is to achieve lasting improvements in the quality of life of deprived children through a process that unites people across cultures to add meaning to their lives.

Plan has been working in Tanzania since 1991; it operates in 6 areas, Mwanza, Geita, Ifakara, Kibaha, Kisarawe and Dar es Salaam. Plan Tanzania works with 32,900 sponsored children, their families and their communities implementing programmes at grassroots level in child protection, health, education, water and sanitation, income generation and building relationship across cultures

Plan Tanzania now invites applications from suitable, qualified and experienced persons to fill the following available vacancies.

Job Purpose:To manage the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environment and services (including responsibility for information security) within the country under the direction of the Country Director and the RegionallCT Manager.

Job Requirements:

Participate in the development and implementation of the global IT strategy Availability and reliability of the ICT infrastructure, applications and connectivity Maintain agreed levels of service provision and service levels

Expenditure control within approved limits and management of approved ICT budget Provide ICT support to delivering program outputs

Provide ICT expertise to ICT in the communities (ICT as a medium of development)

Lead the provision of technical support for corporate applications, including installation and upgrades Manage ICT risks

Participate in system/project testing, rollout and certification

Lead the provision of technical solutions and systems to meet local requirements Provide content input to ICT staff recruitment, training and development

Provide training and support on technical aspects of corporate applications and information security responsibilities Provide Risk Management advice to local management team.

Provide supplemental policies and guidelines for local security environment

As local Information Security Officer (L1S0) perform ongoing activities as required by corporate policy

Knowledge and skills:

Project and general management skills

Capability to coordinate and cooperate within interdisciplinary teams

Able to prioritise work effectively for execution with limited resources

Strong conceptual, analytical, Problem solving arid decision making skills

Familiarity with computer systems; networks and information security management Capability to communicate ideas and technical information to a non-technical audience Team player and promotes high performance by all staff

Networking, sharing information and best practices

Qualifications and Experience

University Degree or equivalent’ in a Computer studies discipline

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the field of ICT, preferably with management responsibilities

Experience of supporting. Local area networks, SQL Server, Exchange server, wide area networking (including CISCO devices) and telecommunications

Experience of Microsoft Server administration

Experience of database administration for Microsoft SQL Server

Experience in managing and implementing information systems and supporting technologies Training in management and/or project management an advantage

Work experience in an NGO is an advantage

Deadline: 10-06-2013

How to Apply:
Child Protection

Plan Tanzania is a child centered organization. Protecting the rights of the children is of paramount interest to us. Subsequently, all short listed candidates will undergo a police vetting check for criminal offences particularly relating to any type of child abuse. The successful candidate will be required to sign and adhere to the Plan Tanzania child protection policy.

Remuneration

The above positions carry attractive remuneration as per Plan Tanzania salary structure and incentive package.

Plan Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer. Interested and qualified Tanzanians are invited to send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, certificate copies of relevant education and professional qualifications together with names of three referees, and their contact. Please note that Plan Tanzania has no recruitment agent, therefore all applications should be sent to undersigned or to the Email Link above

Country Manager

HR & Organizational Development

Plan International Tanzania

Central Technology Building (CT House)

Plot # 96, Mikocheni Light Industrial Area Off. New Bagamoyo road next to TBC P. O. Box 3517

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Senior Technical Manager - Futures Group in Pretoria

Job Title:Senior Technical Manager (IT), South Africa

Location: South Africa
Job Code: 421
# of Openings: 1
Description

About Us

Futures Group develops and delivers innovative, locally relevant, evidence-based solutions to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. Since 1971, we have assisted governmental and non-governmental agencies, foundations, and the private sector by designing, implementing and evaluating programs in HIV/AIDS, sexual and reproductive health, population and family planning, maternal and child health, infectious diseases, and gender. Futures Group has deep expertise in policy and advocacy, research and strategic information, health markets and private sector engagement, modeling and economic analysis, patient monitoring and management/HMIS, strategic consulting, and program management.

Futures Group is seeking a Senior Technical Manager to lead the software development of an electronic health record system.

Specific duties include:
This role involves duties and responsibilities as Senior Technical Manager, applying both technical skills and innovation to carry out all phases of the project development life cycle. The Senior Technical Manager is responsible for all technical aspects of the project management framework - integration, scope, time, quality, and risk. The Senior Technical Manager will oversee all technical aspects of the development of IQCare and find solutions to implementation problems. The secondary responsibility is to solve hard technical problems that arise throughout the project, at times requiring creative and “out of the box” thinking.

The Senior Technical Manager serves as the focal point for all project activities and is accountable for delivering the IQCare project on time, meeting all project requirements and meeting or exceeding client expectations.

The Senior Technical Manager will be responsible for architecting the IQCare product or other applications as required, estimating development efforts, delegating development tasks and following software development best practices. The employee will also be expected to participate in coding and other development tasks.

Essential Management Functions

Liaise with staff and/or customer as required; supervise staff in remote locations
Ensure all project requirements and/or objectives are properly documented in a Business case and briefing materials
Provide technical management oversight for 5-10 resources and staff for the project
Provide leadership of the team members including career development
Ensure timely activity, integration, productivity and efficient use of resources to meet requirements
Facilitate proactive communication as appropriate to all project staff implementing IQCare
In collaboration with the project manager/business analyst, track and report project plan progress including realistic forecasts of schedule and resources
With input from other senior team members, perform written evaluations of employee performance
Provide technical and project recommendations to managers
Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Technical Functions

Provide overall technical leadership and partner with management, the Project Manager/Business Analyst, and other .Net Developers to deliver high-quality project initiatives
Lead the architecture and design for the IQCare software product and other applications as specified
Oversee the application design, development and implementation
Oversee development for both the Front and Back End of the application
Provide programming leadership and software best practices for the project
Lead a team of developers to execute the software design
Participate in coding/implement software design components
Develop technical strategies for delivering technology solutions to developing countries
Collaborate with in-country M&E Advisors and provide technical assistance as needed
Perform other duties as required

Skills/Knowledge Required:

8+ years of direct, applicable work experience
Experience with .Net, ASP, MS SQL, C#, JavaScript, HTML, XML
Proficient in .Net with solid object oriented skills
Knowledge of Database design / Structure for large scale organization
Experience in Source Code Management
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent (Preferred; relevant experience may be substituted)
Healthcare domain experience (Preferred)
Be familiar data import / export to / from various formats
Implement software design components including coding, code documentation, unit testing, debugging
Write technical documentation related to the project
Follow software best practices in an Agile / SCRUM environment
Excellent communication skills (Email, Skype, Telephonic)
Excited to work with a multi-cultural and diverse international team from Africa, Caribbean, India and USA


How to apply;
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FUTURESGROUP&cws=1&rid=421

Deadline:20/06/2013

Senior Data Demand and Use Advisor - Futures Group in Pretoria

Job Title:Senior Data Demand and Use Advisor, South Africa

Location: South Africa
Job Code: 487

of Openings: 1
Description
*This position is contingent on funding

Position Summary

The USAID-funded MEASURE Evaluation South Africa Associate Award is a 5 year, project that supports the South African Government (SAG) and PEPFAR/SA Implementing Partners (IPs) to improve strategic information (SI) for evidence-based management of HIV and related health programs. The project focus is on building sustained, measurable capacity of the SAG and IPs and the sustainable transition of skills and responsibilities to local institutions. Specifically the project supports the Health Information Management Monitoring, Evaluation and Research cluster at the national DOH to strengthen and standardize data management systems through their provincial and district structures as well as in conjunction with other SAG departments who contribute to M&E of the HIV epidemic in South Africa. The expected result will be a strengthened strategic health information system and an improved cascade of data use for decision making down to districts. The Futures Group is one of 5 partners on the project contributing to this goal. The core contribution of the Futures Group is to provide technical leadership in increasing the demand for and use of health data in program and policy improvement. The Senior Advisor will lead activities that facilitate this objective.

Data Demand and Use (DDU) duties

Implement the MEASURE Evaluation Data Demand and Use Framework including application of MEASURE Evaluation core data use tools, training materials, methods, and other data use approaches as deemed appropriate. Implement a DDU rapid assessment. Develop a 5 year DDU technical strategy, yearly work plans and budgets. Develop training curricula and implement trainings. Develop data communication products. Facilitate data review meetings and data advocacy sessions. Conduct data mining and analysis. Collaborate on Project interoperability activities to improve access to the various databases in the country. Assist with monitoring, evaluation and reporting of data demand and use activities. Prepare success stories, and progress reports as required. Participate in technical working groups and develop strategies to integrate data use approaches and tools into Project and partner activities. Assist with preparation of technical reports as requested. Assist other project partners to carry out DDIU activities as requested
The Senior DDU Advisor will work as part of a core team based in Pretoria, South Africa. The position will report to the Senior DDU Specialist based in North Carolina, USA.

Qualifications:

8+ years’ experience supporting the M&E element of South African health programs Knowledge and experience in the HIV/AIDS sector in South Africa Strong skills in research methods and statistics Knowledge of the South African MOH structure and program planning process Knowledge of in data informed program planning and advocacy MA or above in public health, biostatistics, M&E or a related field Proven experience working with the DHIS2 and/or other national, routine data bases Proven experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods Proven experience communicating technical data to non-technical audiences Experience developing data-based information products Experience training in M&E or related field Excellent writing and communication skills; Excellent inter-personal skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, statistical packages (STATA, SPAA, SAS, or equivalent).
Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand or sit, and move about the facility
Work Environment

Usual office working conditions free of disagreeable elements.
Travel

Domestic travel is estimated at 25% of time.
How to apply;
http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH05/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=FUTURESGROUP&cws=1&rid=487

Deadline:20/06/2013