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CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Overview of position

• The Disarmament, Demobilization & Reintegration (DDR) program for Ethiopia was initiated as a crucial step towards implementing the peace agreement signed between the government of Ethiopia & the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) on 2nd November 2022 in South Africa.
• For the implementation of DDR in Ethiopia, the National Rehabilitation Commission (NRC) was established with the council of minister regulation number 525 / 2022 & with amended regulation number 541 / 2023 of the federal democratic republic of Ethiopia. The core mission of the commission is the stabilization of the society & recovery of the economy for sustainable peace & enhancing human security through designing, planning & implementing the demobilization & sustainable reintegration of more than 370 thousand former combatants into civilian life across seven regions of Ethiopia.
• The Database Officer reports to the IT Advisor & is responsible for planning, coordination & implementation of smooth network & IT solutions for demobilization & reintegration of XCs.

Role objectives

• Provide IT related technical & operational solutions to support the NRC in the development & implementation of the national DDR program using the dream apps of NRC.
• Creating an appropriate database system for accelerated verification & registration processes, formulating a database design prioritizing confidentiality & operational applicability.
• Developing application modules with a user friendly interface.
• Defining hardware & software specifications aligned with organizational requirements.
• Designing & implementing training for system users & technical support personnel.
• Tackling both the proactive improvement of IT systems & the defensive measures against cyber threats.
• Educating the client’s staff on cyber security best practices to prevent social engineering attacks & phishing attempts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor & NRC.

Project reporting

• The Database Officer reports to the IT Advisor.

Key competencies

• Graduate degree in information technology, software or computer engineering or any other related disciplines & strong knowledge of database technologies (e.g., SQL) & programming languages (e.g., SQL, Python).
• At least 6 years (with a high school diploma) or 3 years (with a bachelor’s degree) of combined & relevant experience in database development.
• Proven experience in database design, implementation, management, data migration, backup & recovery processes.
• Understanding of security best practices, frameworks & compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Familiarity with data privacy laws & best practices in data security & excellent analytical, problem solving & communication skills.
• Relevant experience in mission or non mission contexts providing technical & operational support to member states on DDR or other related fields.
• Fluency in English & Amharic is required.

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged to apply for this role.