Kenya: Database Manager

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The IUCN/SSC African Elephant Specialist Group (AfESG) maintains the African Elephant Database (AED). The Data Review Working Group (DRWG) of the AfESG oversees the AED, and all issues relating to the management of data on elephant distribution and numbers collected by, stored by, managed by, or disseminated by the AfESG. The AED consists of a PostGIS relational database, with a web-based data acquisition and visualization front end (http://elephantdatabase.org). Ruby on Rails and Google Fusion Tables are used in the web components. A Database Officer is in place in the AfESG, responsible for data input and primary outputs (tables and maps).

The Database Manager is responsible for running the AED. This includes managing the database systems, overseeing updates to the system and web interface, supporting the DRWG and the AED user community, and overseeing the production of outputs derived from the AED.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTISE
At least 5+ years of proven experience in a similar position with

Formal training in biology, ecology and statistics (postgraduate degree preferred)Familiarity with wildlife survey datasetsDemonstrated ability in and extensive experience with the use of GIS software, and ArcGIS and QGIS in particularDemonstrated ability in PostGreSQL database management and administrationGeneral familiarity with programming languages and web development frameworks. Current knowledge of (or capability to self-learn) how to maintain an application written in Ruby on RailsAbility to conduct statistical and spatial analyses, and competence in the use of statistical packages such as Statistica and SPSSAptitude in the use of software applications at advanced user level, including office software, graphic manipulation and layout software, bibliographical database software, and website design softwareDedicated team worker, positive attitudeAbility to support and network with people from different backgroundsFluency in written and spoken English and at least a basic level of French, written and spokenHow to apply:

For a full job description, applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button: https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=884&lang=en

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST).

Job ID: #691328 Training categories: Information TechnologyManagement Country: Kenya City: Nairobi Organization: International Union for Conservation of Nature Theme: Climate Change and Environment Job years of experience: 5-10 years Job type: Job HomeUpdatesCountriesDisastersTopicsOrganizationsJobsTraining About Us Help ReliefWeb Informing humanitarians worldwide. A service provided by

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