FHI Nigeria Job Vacancies for GIS / Database Officer

Started by Jobbers, Sep 22, 2011, 06:57 PM

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Job Title: GIS/Database Officer
Reqd ID: 1750
Locations: Organisation: fhi360 

Description:
•   Under the direction of the Senior Database/GIS Officer, the Database/GIS Officer will be responsible for the day to day operations of data processing.
•   S/he is responsible for the planning, maintenance and development of FHI databases and Geographical information system (GIS).
•   The database approach incorporates the following principles: (i)data remains consistent across the database; (ii)data is clearly defined; (iii)users access data concurrently, in a form that suits their needs; (iv)there is provision for data security and recovery control (all data is retrievable in an emergency).
•   The application design include web, desktop and mobile GIS applications.
•   Other responsibilities include the design and creation of special products, including maps, digital data, reports and statistics.

Education and Experience:
•   Bachelors' degree in a related discipline, with a minimum of 5-7 years relevant experience or Masters degree with 3-5 years relevant experience with a minimum 2 years experience of GIS in a comparable environment;
•   1-3 years experience in HIV/AIDS programming and experience working with NGOs and CBOs required. 
•   A post-graduate degree in a related GIS discipline is an advantage. Experience in the GIS application development and customization is required, working with GIS tools such as ArcGIS 9.x is a basic condition; working knowledge of relational databases is required. Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

How to Apply:
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1750 - GIS/Database Officer - Abuja