Data Base Manager – Ukraine

Job Title: Data Base Manager (National Candidates Only)

Location: Lviv, Ukraine

Status/Term:  full time 

Deadline: 15/08/2022

Salary and conditions: Salary will be defined based on incumbent's experience and competences in accordance with the TGH's salary scale and terms and conditions.

TGH background

'Actor in a sustainable and shared solidarity'

Established in 1994, TGH (Triangle Generation Humanitaire) is a French international solidarity organization based in Lyon. The organization implements emergency, humanitarian, rehabilitation and development programs in WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods, Shelter/Rehabilitation, Education and Protection sectors. TGH currently operates in 10 countries in Africa, Asia, Middle East and Europe. 

TGH applies a 'zero tolerance' policy with regard to all misconduct affecting the professional credibility of its employees: TGH staff; partners (local or international) and service providers.

TGH strongly condemns all corporal punishment or physical violence, threats of physical violence, sexual abuse or exploitation, harassment and verbal abuse, as well as all other forms of intimidation. 

Presentation of the mission:

Operational in Ukraine since 2016 from Kramatorsk to support the most vulnerable populations affected by the conflict in the Donbass region, TGH wishes to continue and strengthen its intervention in Ukraine. In view of the current situation, part of the team has been forced to move to Lviv, a city that now hosts the entire humanitarian and diplomatic community, to ensure its safety. It is therefore from Lviv, located on the western border and still spared by the fighting, that TGH intends to propose an action to respond to the most urgent humanitarian needs. 

ROLE PURPOSE: Under the direct supervision of the MEAL Coordinator, the Data base Manager will develop and maintain the organizations' databases. S/he is responsible for creating data storage and retrieval systems, troubleshoot database issues, and implement database recovery procedures and safety protocols. S/he also supervise the daily activities of database teams (3 database officers in the country office and 4 DB officers in the field offices).

Essential duties and responsibilities  

• Enhancing the scalability and performance of existing database architecture.
• Developing database structures and features according to organizational needs.
• Hiring, supervising, and mentoring database development teams.
• Protecting data by developing data security and restoration policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conducting diagnostic tests and evaluating performance metrics.
• Developing procedures to ensure data integrity and quality.
• Preparing and presenting system performance reports to senior managers.
• Performing database maintenance, migration, and upgrading hardware and software.
• Documenting processes and complying with best practices in database management.
• Keeping up to date with developments and trends in database management.
• Delivering trainings and building capacity of Database Officers 
•  Perform any other tasks as required by the MEAL Coordinator 

External Representation

• Respect all TGH values in cluster, field visits or in any relevant external events
• Liaise with local authorities, communities and other relevant stakeholders on project-related issues when required 

Tasks and responsibilities are subjected to modifications according to the needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in management information systems (MIS), computer science, information systems, or information technology.
• At least 2 years of experience in database management.
• Advanced proficiency in Structured Query Language (SQL).
• In-depth knowledge of database technologies, architecture, and data security.
• Knowledge of best practices in database management.
• Advanced analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Substantial people and programme management experience 
• Ability to produce high quality reports 
• Fluency in written and spoken English and computer literate.
• Commitment to and understanding of TGH’s aims, values and principles.

 SKILLS & QUALITIES:

• Very good inter-personal skills – Team player
• Very good communication skills
• Representational, political awareness and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision from line manager. 
• Adaptable and flexible
• Able to adapt his/her posture to her/his interlocutor
• Good understanding of internal communication and reporting schemes
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Capacity to work under pressure
• Qualifications:

APPLICATION

Applicants are invited to send a resume + a cover letter by mail to the following e-mail address   Отправить резюме

Resume and cover letter have to be written  in English.

Please note that applications without a motivation letter will not be considered. Only successful candidates will be invited for interview.