The Database Administrative Officer is responsible for the performance, integrity and security of the National Targeting System database. He/She will also have additional role requirements in the incorporation of the following principles to the NTS database: a) data remains consistent across the database; b) data is clearly defined; c) users access data concurrently, in a form that suits their needs; d) there is provision for data security and recovery control (all data should be retrievable in an emergency).

Key Responsibilities

•   Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security;
•   Monitoring performance and  managing  parameters to provide fast query responses to front-end users;
•   Mapping out the conceptual, design for a planned database in outline;
•   Considering both back-end organization of data and front-end accessibility for end-users;
•   Refining the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model;
•   Further refining the physical design to meet system storage requirements;
•   Installing and testing new versions of the DBMS;
•   Writing database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata);
•   Controlling access permissions and privileges;
•   Developing, managing and testing back-up and recovery plans;
•   Ensuring  that storage,  archiving,   back-up  and  recovery  procedures  are functioning correctly;
•   Capacity planning;
•   Communicating regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security;
•   Commissioning  and  installing  new applications and  customizing existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BE or BSc Degree in one of the following subject areas: Computer Science, Information Technology or related field,
•   5 years  IT operation experience  with  strong  understanding  of database structures, theories, principles, and practices,
•   3-5 years Microsoft SQL Server experience.
•   Understanding of, and experience with, server-client computing and relational database environments.
•   Experience   with   data   management   and   data   processing   flowcharting techniques.
•   Knowledge of reporting and query tools and practices.
•   Good understanding of the organizations goals and objectives.
•   Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
•   Technical documentation skills.
•   Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
•   Self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
•   Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
•   Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
•   Good written and oral communication skills.

Reporting Responsibility

•   In the discharge of his duties, the Database Officer will report the MIS Specialist. He/she will prepare and submit quarterly reports to MIS specialist.

Duration of Assignment
The Contract will last for one (1) year initially, but renewable for a second year

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested individuals are requested to submit typewritten letters and curriculum vitae (CV) for the positions described above.

THE CHIEF DIRECTOR
MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION
P.O.BOX MBO 186
ACCRA, GHANA

Closing Date: 09 December, 2012

•   Letters should clearly be marked "MoGCSP - NTU Personnel"
•   For further enquiries, contact the MoGCSP or the National Coordinator, GSOP (tel: 0302-770246)