The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation
As a Database Development Consultancy, he/she will be responsible for re-building, maintaining and updating the DRC referral database “Masar-e”. The Masar-e database will be used to make referrals between NGOs, CBOs, training and service providers as well as storing and monitoring inter-agency referrals regarding the following types of referrals: (1) job placements, (2) training, (3) job formalisation and (4) legal services. The contract duration will be 3-6 months. Please note that this is part of two-step process and shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a detailed technical and financial proposal for a limited duration consultancy contract.
About the job
The individual will report directly to Direct line of reporting to Economic Recovery focal point and the Information Management Advisor/ Amman. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Data Management and Quality Control/Assurance
- Design, develop and implement database systems based on DRC-Jordan requirements to accommodate both English and Arabic languages.
- Optimize database systems for performance efficiency.
- Prepare design specifications and functional documentations for assigned database projects.
- Develop database tables and dictionaries.
- Ensure data quality and integrity in databases.
- Identify any issues related to database performance and provide corrective measures.
- Create complex functions, scripts, stored procedures and triggers to support application development.
- Test databases and perform bug fixes.
- Develop security procedures to protect databases from unauthorized usage.
- Evaluate existing database and recommend improvements for performance efficiency.
- Develop best practices for database design and development activities.
- Develop a user friendly backend portal that can help DRC staff to design and add modules easily and efficiently.
- Backup current data and restore after finalizing the system.
- Building a dashboard “Report” for the system.
- Create a user friendly permissions matrix.
- Add a page containing external downloadable content for users.
- Develop E-mail notification feature in all sections.
About you
Required / Desirable
- Bachelor’s degree (or above) in Information Management Systems, Data Science, Computer Programming, Information Technology, or related field
- 5-10 years of work experience
- Strong knowledge in Python or PHP or .net core and database SQL
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong software design skills
- Strong software debugging skills
- Strong software documentation skills
- Strong software testing skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Fluent in Arabic
- Good English knowledge
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.
Designation of Duty Station: Amman
Start date: ASAP
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 22 August 2021
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
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