Position Summary
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Responsibilities
50%
- Analyze current systems, processes, and requirements to identify areas for improvement and optimization
- Maintaining and upgrading existing system and facilitate transition process as required
- Develop tools and applications by producing clean, efficient code
25%
- Troubleshoot issues related to deployment, performance, and localization, and implement
- effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Monitor system performance, security, and availability, implementing proactive measures to prevent downtime and data loss.
- Collaborate with internal teams and partners to fix and improve products
- Collaborate with IT team members, Business analysts, and external stakeholders to implement and support integrated technology solutions.
25%
- Conducting regular reviews of systems and generating reports on efficiencies and improvement areas
- Risk mitigation planning
- Document deployment processes, configurations, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure reproducibility.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in DevOps, cloud computing, and localization to drive continuous improvement.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders as needed
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in related fields, such as Software engineering, computer science or Information Technology;
- Up to five years experience working as an MIS Analyst, a full stack software developer, or similar role with a focus on database management, deployment, configuration, and optimization of applications;
- Extensive experience in software development, scripting and project management;
- Experience using system monitoring tools and automated testing frameworks;
- Knowledge of selected programming languages/libraries (e.g. Javascript, python/ Node JS, React JS, Redux);
- In-depth knowledge of relational database management systems (prefer: MS SQL Server);
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (prefer: Docker);
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g.GitLab CI) and version control systems (e.g., Git);
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, Shell, or PowerShell;
- Capable of organizing and facilitating training on information and data management systems and the use of ICT;
- Knowledge of the Rwandan Education system is an asset;
- Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English is required;
- Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies required; developing country experience required;
- Flexible and proactive work ethic with a demonstrated interest in the vision and mission of IPA.
Preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work with donors and/or partner organizations;
- An analytical mind, ability to interpret and organize data.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Must be passionate, self-motivated, and able to learn quickly.
- Resilience and a determination to succeed
Reports to
Associate Policy Manager
Deadline to Apply
Sep 19, 2024
Location
Kigali, Rwanda
