eHealth Africa is focused on improving healthcare by creating effective ways to
implement reliable health information management systems. We have developed
eHealth and mHealth solutions that can be rapidly deployed to manage patient
information and outbreak response, organize transport of health commodities,
streamline clinical procedures, monitor vaccine usage and provide data and
analysis on health program outcomes.
The following vacancy is available at eHealth Africa this November 2016:
Job Position: Senior GIS Technical Lead
Job Location: Kano
Job Summary
The Senior GIS
Technical Lead supports the GIS Department Manager with planning, organizing
and supervision of the day to day activities of the technical operations team
within the GIS Department. S/he supports the maintenance and management of all
databases, equipment, software and servers. S/he provides day to day technical
support/supervision to the team.
Essential duties
and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, the Senior GIS Technical
Lead will work under the supervision of the GIS Department Manager to perform the
following responsibilities:
Provides daily supervision and coordination support to the
GIS team.
Provides day to day technical assistance and support to the
GIS team.
Supervises the development of processes to automate tasks
for efficient management of the GIS database and system.
Supervises the documentation of technical processes and
requirements.
Performs advanced geospatial processing and analysis.
Provides direct GIS applications and software technical
support.
Supports the GIS Manager in the training and development of
the eHealth Africa GIS team.
Supports business development activities within the
department (e.g. proposal writing).
Supervises the management of all databases, equipment,
software and servers.
Identifies opportunities to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of GIS programming and systems.
Provides technical best practices and guidelines for use,
management, integration and compliance.
Performs any other duties assigned by Management.
Ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
May frequently travel between company work-sites. Some
international travel may be required.
Presents a professional demeanor at all times. Approaches
others in a tactful manner. Reacts well. under pressure. Treats others with
respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts
responsibility for own actions. Responds well to supervisor requests and
feedback.
Is consistently at work and on time.
Participates in and promotes a positive, supportive,
cooperative team environment.
Attends and participates in annual strategic planning
meetings, country management meetings, staff meetings, training classes and
supervision.
Adheres to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical
standards of the field
.
Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required to successfully perform this job.
Degree Requirement:
Master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Surveying and
Geoinformatics, Geography, Computer Science or other GIS related field.
5+ years of GIS development and minimum of 2 years
management experience
Significant and advanced GIS experience may substitute for
the Master’s degree.
Strong technical management skills, including scoping and
scheduling technical tasks, experience with budgeting and proposal writing.
Strong leadership skills that include the ability to build
effective teams, ability to motivate others, delegation, and timely/quality
decision making. Training and presentation experience is preferred. Excellent
interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great attention
to detail. Action oriented and resilient in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to work as a leader and member of a team and
possess good problem solving skills. Excellent analytical, interpersonal,
organizational and management skills. Pays great attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
In-depth knowledge of GIS, databases, GIS principles,
practices and techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology with the
ability to perform detailed and independent technical reviews of work products.
Creativity and the ability to successfully manage multiple
assignments independently. Ability to work under pressure, and manage
significant travel to insecure environments.
Proven ability to work with diverse and large teams and to
foster a positive working environment with local and international stakeholders
Demonstrated capacity to effectively communicate via
writing, public speaking and interpersonal interactions.
Good learning ability. Action oriented and resilient in a
fast-paced environment
Certificates and License
GISP Certification through GIS Certification Institute is
preferred.
A Project Management (PMI) certification or PRINCE2 is preferred.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in working with Open Source GIS (QGIS, PostGIS
and Geoserver), data transformation tools (FME Desktop, Kettle and python) and
Commercial GIS (ArcInfo, ArcView, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox), ArcSDE, ArcGIS
Server.
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Windows
and Microsoft Office Suite.
Language Ability
English is the spoken and written language.
Ability to read, analyse, proof and edit documents, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government
regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and
procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from executive and senior managers, employees, the general public and
clients/partners.
Why work for us?
Life at eHealth Africa means not only working towards saving
thousands of lives, but also collaborating with dedicated professionals with a
passion for innovative technology. We offer a series of programs that enables
them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. Our team members’ health
and well-being is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified persons should Click Here to Apply Online
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