Deadline: 13 January 2016
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Database Officer in Kyiv, Ukraine.
OSCE has a comprehensive approach to security that encompasses politico-military, economic and environmental, and human aspects.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Database Officer performs the following functions-
- Assesses the needs of the Unit and analyses internal business processes in order to design new databases and implement approved designs for data base.
- Designs, develops, tests and deploys database applications, software and other technology solutions; compiles business requirements, technical specifications, user and technical documentation and standards for information management systems implementation.
- Provides support in reporting and analyzing data, assuring data consistency and giving statistics information.
- Maintains a variety of databases to ensure integrity, safety and access to data; introduces enhancements.
- Supports the operation of the analysis of processed data and information and performs data quality and consistency control.
- Provides information management support to Needs Assessment processes, specifically in data collection, processing/collation and analysis.
- Works closely with relevant departments/units in the Special Monitoring Mission Headquarter (SMM HQ) to determine necessary support requirements.
- Travels frequently within Ukraine including the Eastern Oblasts.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Database Management, Software Development, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics or other related field(s) from an accredited academic institution.
- At least two years of relevant professional experience in the development of database information systems.
- Working experience with the following tools: VB.NET, C#, .NET framework, Java, ASP.NET, SQL or Oracle.
- Knowledge of different data collection methodologies.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation and team-building skills.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision in an environment where rapid response to emergencies is essential.
- Ability to cope with physical hardship and willingness to work extra hours and in an environment with limited infrastructure; proven resilience to high stress environments.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds whilst maintaining impartiality and objectivity.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds, different gender, and diverse political views, while maintaining impartiality and objectivity.
- Cultural sensitivity and political judgment.
- Ability to operate Windows applications, including word processing and email, and excellent PowerPoint presentation skills.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit OSCE.
