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The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a SQL Server DBA to be based in our office in Nairobi, Kenya. This is a great opportunity for a talented DBA to work in a fast paced and dynamic international environment and join an organisation that’s at the start of implementing its new global strategy and focusing on reaching the most deprived children globally.

In this role you will be responsible for the database performance, back-ups and data security. You’ll be responsible for overall operational quality and be the SME/ advisor to the wider development and infrastructure teams on all matters related to the SQL server. There is a large BI development in progress, built on the SQL server stack; this is run by the BI Architects, but you can expect to deputise for them on occasion – particularly in relation to operational issues.

To be successful you’ll bring

  • Significant experience of tuning and optimising high throughput workloads in an enterprise grade SQL server systems running on SQL 2008 or later version
  • Excellent knowledge of backup and restore capabilities of SQL server
  • Strong knowledge of windows operating system and its relation to SQL server
  • Experience of communicating technical issues to a multi-cultural, multi-functional audience
  • Knowledge of how SQL server BI stack interacts with database engine instances using ETL
  • It would be highly desirable if you had knowledge of SQL Server BI and ETL processes (SSAS, SSRS, SSIS)

On a personal level you’ll have exceptional planning and organisational skills, excellent communication skills, a proactive and collaborative approach and strong cultural awareness.

The role offers a competitive package in the context of the sector.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 17,000 people and work on the ground in over 60 countries to help children affected by crises, or those who need better healthcare, education and protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.

In 2014 we reached over 55 million children through our and our partners work, and had combined revenues of $US2bn. To help us achieve our ambitious goals for children, below, we aim to drive global growth to US$2.3bn by 2018

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

Application Information

If you’re interested in registering your interest, please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Job description: Find out more about this role by downloading the job description here Job description

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Permanent – Full-Time

Closing date: Sunday 7 May 2017

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

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Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. Around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm.

We do whatever it takes for children – every day and in times of crisis – transforming their lives and the future we share.

The Save the Children Fund, commonly known as Save the Children, is an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries.

It was established in the United Kingdom in 1919 in order to improve the lives of children through better education, health care, and economic opportunities, as well as providing emergency aid in natural disasters, war, and other conflicts.

In addition to the UK organisation, there are 29 other national Save the Children organisations who are members of Save the Children International, a global network of nonprofit organisations supporting local partners in over 120 countries around the world.

In 2015, we reached over 62 million children directly through our and our partners' work.

Save the Children has led global action on children’s rights for more than 90 years.

1919 Eglantyne Jebb established the Save the Children Fund to feed children facing starvation after the First World War

1924 the League of Nations adopted Eglantyne’s charter on children’s rights

1939–1945 During the Second World War, we worked to safeguard children directly affected by the war. We continue to do this in conflict-affected regions

1977 A number of Save the Children organisations formed an alliance to coordinate campaigning work to improve outcomes for the world’s children, sowing the seeds for Save the Children as a single global movement for children

1989 The United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

194 countries have signed up to this legally binding convention

2004–2009 Save the Children’s largest humanitarian operation, in response to the Indian Ocean tsunami. Our tsunami response programme received funding of US$272 million, largely through generous donations

2009 Save the Children launched EVERY ONE, our largest ever global campaign, to prevent millions of mothers and young children from dying

2012 Our work once again touched the lives of over 125 million children worldwide and directly reached 45 million children.

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The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a SQL Server DBA to be based in our office in Nairobi, Kenya. This is a great opportunity for a talented DBA to work in a fast paced and dynamic international environment and join an organisation that's at the start of implementing its new global strategy and focusing on reaching the most deprived children globally.

In this role you will be responsible for the database performance, back-ups and data security. You'll be responsible for overall operational quality and be the SME/ advisor to the wider development and infrastructure teams on all matters related to the SQL server. There is a large BI development in progress, built on the SQL server stack; this is run by the BI Architects, but you can expect to deputise for them on occasion - particularly in relation to operational issues.

To be successful you'll bring

  • Significant experience of tuning and optimising high throughput workloads in an enterprise grade SQL server systems running on SQL 2008 or later version
  • Excellent knowledge of backup and restore capabilities of SQL server
  • Strong knowledge of windows operating system and its relation to SQL server
  • Experience of communicating technical issues to a multi-cultural, multi-functional audience
  • Knowledge of how SQL server BI stack interacts with database engine instances using ETL
  • It would be highly desirable if you had knowledge of SQL Server BI and ETL processes (SSAS, SSRS, SSIS)

On a personal level you'll have exceptional planning and organisational skills, excellent communication skills, a proactive and collaborative approach and strong cultural awareness.

The role offers a competitive package in the context of the sector.

The Organisation

We employ approximately 17,000 people and work on the ground in over 60 countries to help children affected by crises, or those who need better healthcare, education and protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise children's rights and ensure their voices are heard.

In 2014 we reached over 55 million children through our and our partners work, and had combined revenues of $US2bn. To help us achieve our ambitious goals for children, below, we aim to drive global growth to US$2.3bn by 2018

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

Application Information

If you're interested in registering your interest, please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Job description: Find out more about this role by downloading the job description here Job description

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Permanent - Full-Time

Closing date: Sunday 7 May 2017

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

2017-05-07

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