December 23, 2024

Job opportunities – Ministry of Education

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1. Data Warehouse and Database Administrator

Job – Datawarehouse and Database Administrator

Organization MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Level 1.IV

Reports To Chief Information Officer

No. of Positions 1

Deadline 23/Sep/2020

Job Description

The Ministry of Education is in the process of developing An Integrated Education Management Information System (IEMIS) in order to improve the overall efficiency of the education system. In this regard, MINEDUC is recruiting a Datawarehouse and Database administrator to:

– Develop an Education Data Warehouse while considering an integrated approach to data management systems development.

– Support data integration processes through the ETL approach to extract data from multiple source systems and other external sources, transform data in different formats to a unified form expected by the Education Data Warehouse as defined in the metadata standards and load or store the transformed data in the Education Data Warehouse.

– Ensure the daily administration of the data warehouse and IEMIS databases.

– Work closely with the System Integration Architect, Metadata Specialist and Software Developers to design and build an Education Data Service Bus and Data Warehouse, building on the analysis of business processes and needs, metadata standards, and interoperability framework.

– Ensure compliance to all specifications and documents all data warehouse administration activities.

– Assist in database design by mapping out the conceptual design for a planned database, update and amending existing databases , setup and test new databases and data handling systems and monitor database efficiency (performance and parameters) in order to provide fast responses to front- end users.

– Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).

– Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.

– Develop digitalized and non- digitalized training and engagement tools relevant to education stakeholders’ needs at all levels (Schools, Sectors, Districts and National level).

– Conduct trainings for data producers and users and stakeholders’ engagement activities.

– Provide technical and functional support to end- users in a timely manner.

– Provide technical support in all other tasks related to data producers and users and stakeholders engagement as requested by MINEDUC and its aligned institutions.

Job Profile

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, electronics and telecommunication engineering and Software Engineering or related fields, with 5years of relevant working experience.
Capable of designing, developing, managing data stores, databases, ETL system, and front – end applications.

Knowledge of relational database management systems’ (RDBMS), ‘object- oriented database management systems’ (OODBMS) and RDBMSs database management systems. Good planning, organizing and communication skills and Fluency and excellent writing skills in English and Kinyarwanda are required. Knowledge of the Rwandan Education system is an asset.

The candidate must submit documents proving his/her experience as a Datawarehouse and Database administrator. (Examples of proof: Appointment letter or Work certificate or Cover and last page of the signed contract).

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

– Proven experience with data warehouse / database development and administration and information systems development.

– Proven experience in handling large data sets and relational databases.

– Proven experience in methodologies and processes for managing large scale databases.

– Proven technical expertise in designing, developing, managing data stores, databases, ETL system, and front- end applications.

– Familiarity with Java, PHP, ASP.net, JavaScript and SQL.

– Experience and expertise in ETL/ELTL and data warehouse concepts

– Good organizational, analytical, conceptualization, problem- solving, interpersonal skills.

– Deep understanding of Rwanda education processes is an added advantage

– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

PROCESS TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS

1. Scan your National ID together with documents proving your experience as Data Analyst.
2. Upload the documents in the place of ID.
3. Scan your degree and upload it on the place of Degree.
4. Apply for the post

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2.Business Analyst

Job –  Business Analyst

Organization MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Level 1.IV

Reports To Chief Information Officer

No. of Positions 1

Deadline 23/Sep/2020

Job Description

The Ministry of Education is in the process of developing An Integrated Education Management Information System (IEMIS) to improve the overall efficiency of the education system. In this regard, MINEDUC is recruiting one Business Analyst to:

– Revise and define comprehensive business requirements for IEMIS including but not limited to, detailed business requirements, business processes, business rules, business process management, state machine diagrams, prototypes, etc

– Ensure that the education ICT solutions for data production, accessibility and utilization are meeting the education system’s needs.

– Build on the in – depth EMIS assessment and roadmap to review, identify, prioritize, and document the education sector requirements on a regular basis.

– Identify and prioritize technical and functional requirements of the education system’s business processes on a regular basis.

– Ensure the identified ICT solutions are developed and deployed according to the documented requirements.

– Liaise with the system and software development team in the design of ICT solutions.

– Design and document Software Test cases.

– Define the integrated EMIS (IEMIS) policy, procedures, and processes framework.

– Develop education metadata standards and interoperability framework.

– Design and develop an education data warehouse, including the education data service bus.

– Upgrade and integrate the main core systems of the IEMIS, namely School Data Management System (SDMS) and the Teacher Management Information System (TMIS) with linkage to post- secondary education IT systems (IEBMIS and TVETMIS).

– Conduct the User Acceptance Testing sessions and documentation.

– Work closely with the helpdesk officers to develop capacity development strategies, face- to- face and online training tools.

– Support and monitor stakeholders’ engagement and capacity building activities.

– Support education data visualization, analysis, dissemination, and utilization.

– Support the deployment of the integrated EMIS, including capacity building and stakeholders’ engagement.

– Provide technical support to all other tasks related to IEMIS development and deployment as requested by MINEDUC or its aligned institutions (REB, HEC, RP, RTB, UR, NESA).

Job Profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, electronics and telecommunication engineering and Software Engineering with 5years of relevant working experience.

Capable of revising and defining business requirements for IT solutions, including but not limited to, detailed business requirements, business processes, business rules, business process management, state machine diagrams, prototypes. Identify and recommend system features based on current business processes, changing business processes, context, and technological requirement, including system integration with external or third
– party IT systems. Good planning, organizing and communication skills and Fluency and excellent writing skills in English and Kinyarwanda are required. Knowledge of the Rwandan Education system is an asset.

The candidate must submit documents proving his/her experience as a Business Analyst. (Examples of proof: Appointment letter or Work certificate or Cover and last page of the signed contract).

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

– Proven experience in business analysis, an IT management or technology – driven role, and/or demonstrated technical expertise in a relevant field.

– Ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions.

– Proven experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations.

– Proven experience in Business / Systems Analysis or Quality Assurance.

– Proven experience in eliciting requirements and testing.

– Proven experience in analyzing data to draw business – relevant conclusions

– Knowledge in generating process documentation

– Deep understanding of Rwanda education processes is an added advantage

– Good organizational, analytical, conceptualization and problem – solving skills.

– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

– An interest in, and understanding of, project management techniques and computing systems

PROCESS TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS

1. Scan your National ID together with documents proving your experience as Data Analyst.
2. Upload the documents in the place of ID;
3. Scan your degree and upload it on the place of Degree;
4. Apply for the post

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3.Data Analyst

Job – Data Analyst

Organization MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Level 1.IV

Reports To Chief Information Officer

No. of Positions 1

Deadline 23/Sep/2020

Job Description

The Ministry of Education is in the process of developing An Integrated Education Management Information System (IEMIS) to improve the overall efficiency of the education system. In this regard, MINEDUC is recruiting one Data Analyst to:

– Develop and implement data analysis, data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.

– Ensure analytical and dissemination tools are available and regular analysis of education data is accessible.

– Develop and implement a methodological approach and mechanism for systematic education data analysis reporting dissemination, and utilization tailored to each category of stakeholders ‘roles and responsibilities.

– Ensure the IEMIS capabilities related to data visualization, analytics and reporting are in line with existing policies, stakeholders need, relevant statistical methods.

– Assist the EMIS and Education Statistics Specialist in developing regular data analysis to facilitate decision making in the education sector.

– Engage stakeholders and facilitate trainings targeting national – and district – level education stakeholders to ensure they understand and can use the data provided by IEMIS.

– Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports.

– Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.

– Collaborate with developers, senior data scientist engineer, and organizational leaders to identify opportunities for process improvements, recommend system modifications, and develop policies for data governance.

– Provide technical support to all other tasks related to IEMIS development and deployment as requested by MINEDUC or its aligned institutions (REB, HEC, RP, RTB, UR, NESA).

Job Profile

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Information management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, electronics and telecommunication engineering and Software Engineering, statistics, data science, economics or other relevant areas with Minimum 3 years of working experience in data analysis, education research, information management and/or demonstrated technical expertise in a relevant field.

Capable of organizing and facilitating trainings on data literacy and use, demonstrated ability to work productively with government and national systems. Knowledge of the Rwandan Education system is an asset. Good planning, organizing and communication skills and Fluency and excellent writing skills in English and Kinyarwanda are required.
The candidate must submit documents proving his/her experience as a Data Analyst. (Examples of proof: Appointment letter or Work certificate or Cover and last page of the signed contract).

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

– Proven experience in data models and reporting packages

– Proven experience in handling large data sets and relational databases.

– Proven experience in methodologies and processes for managing large scale databases.

– Ability to analyze existing tools and databases and provide software solution recommendations.

– Ability to analyze data and generate reports by using business intelligent tools like power bi, tableau.

– Deep understanding of Rwanda education processes is an added advantage

– Good organizational, analytical, conceptualization and problem
– solving skills.

– Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English and/ or French; knowledge of all is an advantage

PROCESS TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS

1. Scan your National ID together with documents proving your experience as Data Analyst.
2. Upload the documents in the place of ID.
3. Scan your degree and upload it on the place of Degree.
4. Apply for the post

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4.Help desk Officers

Job – Help desk Officers

Organization MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
Level 1.II

Reports To Chief Information Officer

No. of Positions 5

Deadline 23/Sep/2020

Job Description

The Ministry of Education is in the process of developing An Integrated Education Management Information System (IEMIS) in order to improve the overall efficiency of the education system. In this regard, MINEDUC is recruiting 5 help desk officers to:

– Develop digitalized and non – digitalized training and engagement tools relevant to education stakeholders’ needs at all levels (Schools, Sectors, Districts and National level).

– Conduct trainings for data producers and users and stakeholders’ engagement activities.

– Provide technical and functional support to end – users in a timely manner.

– Provide technical support in all other tasks related to data producers and users and stakeholders engagement as requested by MINEDUC and its aligned institutions.

Job Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information and Communication Technology, Information Management System and other related field with working experience in the domain of user support and training. The candidate must submit documents proving his/her experience. (Examples of proof: Appointment letter, Work certificate or relevant Recommendation).

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

– Exceptional analytical, conceptual thinking and documentation skills.

– Experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations.

– Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

– Knowledge of the Rwandan Education system is an asset.

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5.Software Developer ( 3 Positions)

Job – Software Developer

Organization MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

Level 1.IV

Reports To Chief Information Officer

No. of Positions 3

Deadline 23/Sep/2020

Job Description

The Ministry of Education is in the process of developing An Integrated Education Management Information System (IEMIS) in order to improve the overall efficiency of the education system. In this regard, MINEDUC is recruiting three software developers to:

– Develop the agreed modules, including functionalities/interfaces that support school management and operations, sector plans indicators tracking, as well as the monitoring and evaluation of the IEMIS key performance indicators based on agreed metadata and refined data fields.

– Integrate the core systems of IEMIS with other relevant sub – sector Management Information Systems (TVET- MIS, HEC – MIS and UR IRBMIS).

– Build data visualization, and analytical tools based on relevant statistical methods

– Develop interactive users’ interfaces for data dissemination through consultation with and feedback from stakeholders regarding different user scenarios and display options.

– Test and refine new modules and the IEMIS as a whole at national, district, sector and school level.

– Ensure high availability of the IEMIS and its building blocks(SDMS and TMIS) in compliance with System accessibility and availability monitoring, Security management, and System Configuration management.

– Provide technical support to set up the helpdesk ticketing system for both technical and functional support.

– Work with help desk support staff to carry out system support administration

– Work closely with Senior trainer officer, to provide technical support to trainings implementation

– Provide technical support to all other tasks related to IEMIS development and deployment as requested by MINEDUC or its aligned institutions (REB, HEC, RP, RTB, UR,NESA).

Job Profile

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer engineering, Software Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Information Management System with 5 years working experience in the field of software development and at least 2 years working experience as software developer on enterprise application software.

The candidate must submit documents proving his/her experience as a software developer on enterprise application software. (Examples of proof: Appointment letter, Work certificate, Cover and last page of the signed contract).

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

– Proven experience in Development, testing and deployment of enterprise application software (EAS)

– Proven technical expertise in designing, developing software and interfaces

– Experience in developing, deploying and maintaining highly scalable databases and software using PostgreSQL and Java Sprint MVC

PROCESS TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS

1. Scan your National ID together with documents proving your experience as software developer;
2. Upload the documents in the place of ID;
3. Scan your degree and upload it on the place of Degree;
4. Apply for the post

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