The international humanitarian organization FHI 360 invites eligible candidates to apply for the vacancy of Temporary Systems Developer in Nairobi, Kenya.

Position summary 

The position holder will support design, development and/or adaptation of CB-HIPP database applications. In addition to that, the position holder will work with the project team to adapt and revise existing databases or develop new applications to meet current project data needs, support local implementing partners (LIPs) and health facilities participating in the cross-border health units (CBHUs) at Kenya and Uganda border area to utilize the databases as appropriate. He/she will also support data management activities ensuring the system generates quality and timely reports. Furthermore, the position will be responsible for development of the project’s Geographical Information System (GIS) to include the management of spatial databases.

Responsibilities

• Developing and designing a functional system for collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and classifying information for input into electronic databases;
• Designing and developing (or adopt) database applications in response to CB-HIPP (CBHUs) information needs, using MS Excel, Access, ODK, VB and SQL. Install developed applications, write application manuals, and train users.
• Developing standardized programming, data quality checks, and data documentation procedures relevant to the HIV and AIDS, TB, FP/RH and MNCH data systems.
• Ensuring the system’s capability to generate timely and accurate data as well as ensuring systems performs auto backup and recovery of all databases.
• Taking appropriate measures to ensure the security of the data. Similarly, ensuring adherence to policies to ensure the security and confidentiality of identifiable health data.
• Design/adapt systems to automate and create special maps from GIS and health datasets.
• Creating structures necessary for GIS data storage. Also, designing tools necessary for loading / transferring GIS data from one system to another.
• Using tools to combine GIS datasets and create new information, investigate patterns and analyze spatial data.
• Facilitating end user training and ease of use; train users and provide support for the applications.
• Developing custom data, statistics, reports, presentations and other products with the team.
• Furthermore, performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements 

Candidates must have the following qualifications in order to be eligible this vacancy for FHI 360 in Kenya

• Bachelors’ degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent with 3-5 years’ experience; or masters’ degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent with 1-2 years’ experience.
• MS SQL Server Administration, District Health Information System (DHIS) Windows NT and Office Administration and Management, Relational database design and analysis, SQL and MS Access/Excel programming skills.
• Very strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., abilities with pivot tables, conditional formatting, etc.) and experience developing Excel templates.
• Advanced knowledge of relational database concepts and skills utilized in creating and maintaining relational databases and linking them with GIS.
• Strong background in geospatial and health information systems (GIS) and/or database management.
• Knowledge and expertise in using ODK, GIS software such as ArcGIS 9.x equivalent at a moderate level of complexity.
• Ability to program in SQL and to manage data in relational database management system.
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, Power point, Power BI and Access) as well as good knowledge of programming principles and languages.
• Sound understanding of HIV and AIDS and integrated TB, SGBV, reproductive health/family planning and public health programming.
• Knowledge of current PEPFAR and national reporting; including Kenya/Uganda and USG rules and regulations. Similarly, demonstrated ability to independently complete assigned tasks, train and facilitate learning for health facilities participating in CBHU.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work as a team member.
• Furthermore, the ability to plan and prioritize own work under tight deadlines, as well as to work on own initiative and as a member of a team.

FHI 360

FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a non-profitable humanitarian organization with headquarter in North Carolina. Since its establishment in 1971, it has been serving more than 70 countries to upgrade health standards. Basically, this organization works to prevent several infectious and chronic diseases. However, it has been fighting to prevent HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis, etc since its first day of operation.