Database Technical Specialist
Peace Corps
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About the Database Technical Specialist Role at Peace Corps
The Peace Corps is seeking a dedicated Database Technical Specialist to contribute to a vital project in Fiji. This volunteer position, with a duration of 12 months, offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in database design and implementation for informed decision-making within the Ministry of Rural, Maritime Development and Disaster Management.
You will depart on January 13, 2027.
Project Description
Fiji's Ministry of Rural, Maritime Development and Disaster Management is committed to its 10-year strategic plan, which prioritizes rural and maritime development. A key component of this plan involves developing data-informed policies to enhance rural community infrastructure and accessibility. Recognizing the challenge of retaining data experts due to competitive opportunities, the Ministry has identified a significant need for training local staff in data collection procedures.
As a Database Technical Specialist, your primary responsibility will be to strengthen the Ministry's existing database systems. You will play a crucial role in supporting policy formulation, project planning, and performance monitoring. Working collaboratively with your Fijian colleagues, you will manage and optimize the rural development database, focusing on ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and security. A significant part of your role will involve teaching Ministry staff to coordinate, collect, and analyze data for a central repository, thereby building local capacity.
Required Skills for Database Technical Specialist
Competitive candidates for this Database Technical Specialist position will demonstrate one or more of the following criteria:
- A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Administration, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, or Business Education, along with formal training in entrepreneurship.
- Proven experience working in a startup or social enterprise, or direct experience running a small business.
- Demonstrated experience in developing comprehensive business plans.
- Strong strategic and analytical thinking capabilities.
- Practical experience in facilitating adult training programs.
Key skills/competency
- Database Design
- Data Implementation
- Data Analysis
- Policy Formulation Support
- Project Planning
- Performance Monitoring
- Data Integrity
- Data Security
- Capacity Building
- Adult Training Facilitation
How to Get Hired at Peace Corps
- Research Peace Corps' mission: Study their commitment to community development and global service.
- Highlight relevant experience: Tailor your resume to showcase database skills, training, and strategic thinking.
- Emphasize volunteer mindset: Demonstrate a passion for service, cross-cultural collaboration, and capacity building.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss adaptability, problem-solving, and working in resource-constrained environments.
- Showcase cultural competency: Peace Corps values individuals who can integrate and thrive in diverse settings.
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