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Save the Children Humanitarian GMIS Specialist (SCI/SOM/31/17) Kenya Careers

Humanitarian GMIS Specialist (SCI/SOM/31/17)

Title: Humanitarian GMIS Specialist (SCI/SOM/31/17)

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Purpose: The Somalia/SL Country Office is at the forefront of real time information and data management through the exploration and piloting of technologically innovative concepts. This is in conjunction with the regional and global Save the Children organisation with a view to rolling the platforms out across multiple country programs.

The GMIS Specialist will be responsible for integrating internal and external application data systems, and devising technological architectures to create globally appropriate solutions that are cost effective and compliant Save the Children standards. The role will ensure that the proposed solutions align with the organisation's strategy, mission and vision

Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility for extension

Location: Nairobi

Qualifications and Experience

Computing degree - MSCS, MSIT or equivalent experience;

Essential

5 years' experience of designing technical systems applications to globally renowned humanitarian and development organisations in multiple complex and conflict related contexts.

Extensive prior understanding of Save the Children's internal and external global structures.

Experience managing, synthesizing and analysing emergency response data for 100M+ USD emergency responses.

A proven ability to work on an enterprise level systems based on the Microsoft stack (Windows

Server, .NET, SQL Server, IIS)

Hands-on technical skills in the Microsoft BI stack, web development and C#.

Extensive experience in: Frameworks for Enterprise

Applications (ideally React / Redux), Node.js, Webpack, Babel and JS Test Frameworks (Enzyme, Mocha, Karma) CI, CD development environment, ideally with TeamCity and Octopus
MS SharePoint development, customizing, workflows, Web Parts and Support Skills

Knowledge of SQL Server BI and ETL processes (SSAS, SSRS, SSIS), T-SQL language skills, Scripting skills

Experience with GIS data entry, manipulation, and presentation, as well as a familiarity with web-based interfaces in addition to thorough knowledge of ArcGIS and database management

Ability to explain complex technical and non-technical information in a succinct and compelling manner to all levels of seniority

Experience of solving complex business and technical issues through trouble shooting and analysis, defining a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
Demonstrable ability to write high quality requirements / user stories

Ability to create compelling business cases with accurate cost and effort estimations

Experience with UX/UI design including wireframe and rapid prototype development

In depth understanding of various software development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall)

Extensive knowledge of fundamental analysis methodologies/tools, including UML, use cases, process, and information flows

Application testing and planning skills

Ability to establish, implement, and enforce appropriate MIS-GIS standards to meet business requirements

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

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