Data Warehouse Architect Job Vacancy at Management Sciences for Health (MSH)

Job Title: Data Warehouse Architect

Job Description



Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects including SURE, both in Kampala and other parts of the country.

SURE (Securing Ugandans’ Right to Essential Medicines) will ensure that the population of Uganda has access to adequate quantities of good quality essential medicines and health supplies (EMHS) by strengthening the national essential medicines and health commodities supply system.

MSH now invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Data Warehouse Architect based in Kampala.

Reports To:         Technical Advisor, PIP

 Overall Responsibilities

The Data Warehouse Architect is responsible for the design and coordination of the implementation of the district supervision data system. The system is built on data warehousing and business intelligence technology to support analysis and reporting on performance of healthcare facilities in medicines management in SURE’s forty five districts. In addition the job holder will:

Be involved in the development of a data mart and business intelligence application to provide self service analytics of medicines management supervision data routinely collected from districts.
Works in collaboration with an external contractor to develop a conformed data mart for the district data and is involved in the development of Extract-Transform-Load procedures for the data.
Works with internal and external partners to proactively identify the business intelligence and reporting needs of systems users and works extensively with the system contractor to accommodate these reporting requirements into the system’s business intelligence interface.
Actively coordinate and participate in the design, development, testing and deployment of the district supervision data system and oversee the contractor’s development team to ensure timely completion of the system development project.
Educate internal and external users on the analytical processing capabilities of the system.
Design, implement and document system maintenance plans in line with best practices including hardware maintenance, system backup, disaster recovery, fail safe and optimization.
Oversee the project management of the system development project and ensures that it is delivered on schedule and that the finished system meets the expected quality.
Qualifications

Masters degree in computer science or related discipline
Proven experience in the development of data warehousing and business intelligence solutions using SQL Server 2005/2008, SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
Advanced level development skills on the Visual Studio.NET stack including C#.NET and ASP.NET
Experience implementing SharePoint applications an added advantage
Knowledge of Windows Server administration
In-depth knowledge of the Ugandan healthcare system including health management information systems
Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
Knowledge of statistical analysis a plus
Ability to work independently and creatively in a fast paced environment to meet project deadlines and expectations.


How to Apply

The Human Resources Partner – MSH, Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive Bugolobi, P O Box 71419, Kampala Email: HRUG@msh.org
Deadline for submission: July 5, 2012. We thank all applicants for their interest, but can only acknowledge shortlisted candidates.

Human resources s & Administrative Officer Job Vacancy at Micro Uganda Limited

Job Title: Human resources s & Administrative Officer

Micro Uganda Limited (MUL), a reputable and fast growing microfinance institution (MFI) providing innovative financial services in Uganda is seeking to recruit young, professional, dynamic, result and customer oriented individuals who wish to grow their career in a culture of high achievement to fill the following positions:
human resources s & administrative officer.
In order to maintain effective HR & Administrative management & support in the organisation, we wish to recruit a dynamic and self-motivated individual to fill in the position of HR & Administrative Officer.
Job Description Summary:
The HR & A Officer will be responsible for providing value added assurance and support.
Position will operationally report to the Managing Director and functionally report to the Group HR Manager in Nairobi.
Take overall charge of efficient execution of all country administrative issues
Assisting in key HR activities at the country level
Maintain an accurate record management of staff data
Act as a Liaison Officer for both staff and HODs in HR matters
Be involved in training, particularly on HR Matters
Manage welfare issues
Carry-out any other duties assigned by the FM, Group HRM and the MD, MUL
Requirement:
Qualifications, skills and experience:
At least a Degree in Human Resource Management or related studies
Demonstrate a strong ability to co­ordinate, prioritize workload and work under minimal supervision.
Minimum 2 years' experience in the Human Resource Management
Computer Literate
Personal Skills/Attributes:
Excellent report writing and communication skills
Commitment to high standards of professionalism and confidentiality
A team player with good interpersonal skills
Willing to learn new things and a good trainer
creativity as well as a strategic thinker.
Able to meet strict deadlines
How to apply:
Location: These positions are based in Kampala and its environs with occasional travel upcountry.
Remuneration: An attractive salary package will be awarded to the successful candidates.
If you are qualified and interested in the above positions, please submit your application, CV and a copy of your academic documents to;
The Finance Manager, Head Office at Kisozi Complex, P.O. Box 8759, Kampala by Monday. 25 June 2012 by 5:00 p.m.
Note:
Envelopes containing application must be clearly marked for the position applied for.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for selection process as decided by Micro Uganda Limited.

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy at Micro Uganda Limited

Job Title: Senior Accountant
     

Micro Uganda Limited (MUL), a reputable and fast growing microfinance institution (MFI) providing innovative financial services in Uganda is seeking to recruit young, professional, dynamic, result and customer oriented individuals who wish to grow their career in a culture of high achievement to fill the following positions:
In order to strengthen the expanding business, we wish to recruit a dynamic and self-motivated individual to fill, in the position of Senior Accountant



Requirement:
The ideal candidate for the above position will possess the following qualities:
Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting or Business
Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/CA)
At least 4 years' experience in a busy finance/accounting department, 2 years of which must have been at a supervisory level.
Sound analytical and IT skills.
Good management and communication skills.
Microfinance experience will be an added advantage.
How to apply:
Location: These positions are based in Kampala and its environs with occasional travel upcountry. Remuneration:An attractive salary package will be awarded to the successful candidates. If you are qualified and interested in the above positions, please submit your application, CV and a copy of your academic documents to;
The Finance Manager, Head Office at Kisozi Complex, P.O. Box 8759, Kampala by Monday. 25 June 2012 by 5:00 p.m.
Note:
Envelopes containing application must be clearly marked for the position applied for.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for selection process as decided by Micro Uganda Limited.