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Job Title:		Area Database Assistant
Category:		Database Administrator (DBA)
Total Positions:		1
Job Location:		Badin
Gender:		No Preference
Minimum Education:		Bachelors
Degree Title:		Bachelors of Computer Science
Career Level:		Entry Level
Minimum Experience:		2 Years
Salary Range:		PKR 40,000 to 45,000 per Month
Apply By:		Mar 28, 2018

Job Description:

Assignment:

The Database Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Area Coordinator and reporting to database manager in Islamabad, is responsible for assisting in data management tasks for multiple on-going projects activities in ACTED’s Badin office.

Responsibilities

· Database Assistant’s responsibilities include;

A. General

· Assist Program, AME in data entry and electronic process of data, reporting and developing databases according to project needs.

· Responsible for hard data collection from program and AME and after entry sharing with relevant department with proper tagging.

· Assist Database Manager in data collection, Data Cleansing, Data consolidation and sharing with Islamabad on monthly and adhoc basis.

· Should be able to manage and supervise data entry process in the field to meet project deadlines.

· Respond to any information requested by ACTED program, AME or Area Coordination.

· Have good communication skills along with output orientated.

· Can work under pressure, willing to work overtime when meeting hard deadlines.

· Have a good understanding of database concepts, designing database queries in ms access and producing summary reports when required.

· Command on database tools like MS ACCESS and MS Excel.

· Should be able to modify/update database according to projects requirements.

· Should follow the process and procedures as defined within the organization.

Should have demonstrated experience working with research data/data base management or equivalent academic experience.

Person Specifications

The Database Assistant will be appraised on his/her demonstration of the qualities and competencies listed below as well as from carrying out of the duties in section (1)

Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as well as the ability to plan, take initiative and organize work independently. In addition Impartiality, objectivity and confidentiality are imperative.
Understanding the nature of work carried out by different departments in the field is necessary for ensuring the relevance and usability of the data. Therefore a proactive and self-motivated attitude towards gaining a good understanding of ACTED programs.
Willingness to learn and capacity to innovate; the Database Assistant must be inventive and eager to improve his/her own skills, and be capable to adapt, shape and develop tools best suited for ACTED’s activities;
Good organizational and communication skills with international and national staff and rural communities.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness and interest in learning new skills.
Adaptable to change.
Ability to work both independently and in a team.
Discretion in handling confidential issues and a high level of integrity.

Note: Minoritites are encouraged to apply.

Company Information

Company Name: ACTED Pakistan
Company Description:
ACTED is a non-governmental organization with headquarters in Paris. Independent, private and not-for-profit, ACTED operates according to principles of non-discrimination and transparency. Our mission is to support vulnerable populations affected by wars, natural disasters and/or economic and social crises, and to accompany them in building a better future; thus contributing to the Millennium Development Goals. ACTED ‘Links Relief, Rehabilitation and Development’ to provide continued support to vulnerable communities as their needs evolve.

ACTED has been present in Pakistan since 1993 with assistance ongoing presently in Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and Azad Jammu Kashmir. The country programme comprises of four key pillars:
Pillar 1 – Humanitarian assistance – Through this component, ACTED supports the emergency and early recovery needs of communities following disasters. In recent years this has included support for communities affected by floods, earthquakes and the complex emergency;
Pillar 2 – Income generation and sustainable livelihoods – ACTED has extensive experience in this sector including market-oriented vocational trainings, basic skills development, as well as on and off-farm livelihood assistance;
Pillar 3 – Social cohesion and access to basic services – ACTED improves access to basic services through a range of measures including support for educational institutions, community infrastructure and local governance. Social cohesion is a key component to ensuring equitable service provision. ACTED’s interventions include the establishment of local representation bodies as well as supporting the rights of women, minorities and marginalized groups;
Pillar 4 – Environmental protection and community resilience – This pillar aims to mitigate some of the effects of recurrent disasters, climate change and environmental degradation. Interventions start at a household level, such as construction of fuel efficient