Senior Database Programmer

Full-TimeSenior Database Programmerin AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) in Abuja Industry NGOSpecialization Engineering and Information Technology Minimum QualificationDegreeRequired Experience5 - 7 yearsApplication Deadline2 days from nowJob DescriptionAIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001, we have worked closely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases.Responsibilities:Support the maintenance of existing programme databases and utilities on the file maker Pro platform.Lead the design of new database utilities on the File maker Pro platform in response to programme needs.Design new database applications and utilities on other platforms apart from File maker Pro in response to programme needs.Design and implement in conjunction with other members of the strategic information team; capacity building plans for data managers of subcontractor sites.Develop and coordinate the implementation of data cleaning strategies at the central office and subcontractor sites.Qualification/Experience:A first degree in the Physical Sciences or Engineering with professional certifications in database management software (DBMS) like SQL, Delphi, SQLite, Oracle, MySQL; a second degree in Information Technology/Computer Science will be an added advantage; at least 5 years cognate work experience, three (3) of which must be in creating scripts in a development environment, testing scripts in a quality assurance environment and implementing large updates on databases.Ability to provide technical support in developing and maintain database applications.Ability to maintain relational databases, including backup and recovery, schedule jobs, problem diagnosis, perform tuning, implement data models and database design.Ability to translate business/process requirements into structured programming. He or she must be able to think logically and be able to communicate clearly with other members of the database management team.Ability to resolve database capacity issues.Ability to work under pressure and easy adaptability.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse person groups.Willingness to do a considerable amount of local travel.How to Apply:Interested candidates should apply within.http://www.jobberman.com/job/169260/...-nigeria-apin/