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ORGANIZATION: Believe in Me

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DATA ARCHITECT

VOLUNTEER JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Overview

At Believe in Me, our vision is to empower every child with the confidence they need to succeed. We fund and support programs for marginalized kids, providing safe spaces, education, and opportunities to grow. Our latest initiative, the 1st Gen College Hub app, aims to offer first-generation college students a comprehensive resource to navigate their higher education journey successfully.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Volunteer Data Architect to design and implement effective database solutions and services for our 1st Gen College Hub app. This volunteer will play a key role in ensuring the integrity, performance, and security of our data architecture, supporting our mission to provide an empowering and accessible platform for first-generation college students.

Key Responsibilities
  • Data Strategy Development: Create and manage the overarching data architecture strategy that supports our app's functionality and user experience.
  • Database Design and Management: Design, implement, and manage secure, scalable database solutions that accommodate our app's data needs.
  • Data Integration and ETL Processes: Develop and oversee the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes to integrate data from various sources, ensuring accurate and timely availability of data for app functionality.
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor database performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.
  • Data Security and Compliance: Ensure all data management practices comply with legal and ethical standards, implementing robust security measures to protect sensitive information.
  • Collaboration and Guidance: Work closely with app developers, UI/UX designers, and project managers, providing expert guidance on data-related aspects to enhance app features and performance.
Qualifications
  • Proficiency in database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling techniques.
  • Experience with cloud-based data storage solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Knowledge of ETL tools and processes, data integration, and warehousing strategies.
  • Familiarity with data security protocols and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
Why Volunteer With Us?
  • Make a tangible impact on the lives of first-generation college students, providing essential support and resources to help them succeed.
  • Collaborate with a team of equally passionate individuals about education, technology, and making a difference.
  • Enhance your portfolio and gain experience by leading a significant, impactful project.
  • Enjoy flexible volunteering hours, accommodating volunteers from various time zones in a fully remote position.
Location

This is a remote volunteering position with flexible hours to accommodate volunteers from various time zones.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume at https://believeinme.org/donate-your-expertise. Please include details of your experience related to the abovementioned qualifications and share your motivation for volunteering with 1st Gen College Hub.

Join us in our mission to empower first-generation college students by leveraging your expertise and passion for technology and education. Together, we can create a platform that supports students through their college journey and inspires them to believe in their potential.



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About Believe in Me

Location:

510 W Riverside Ave, Ste 201, SPOKANE, WA 99201, US

Mission Statement

Our vision is to help every kid develop the self-confidence they need to succeed. We're on a mission to fund children’s charities that provide disadvantaged kids with a safe place to call home, a family that loves them, a feeling of community, and opportunities to learn, build self-esteem, and have fun.

Description

Our Mission is Simple
We Believe in Kids.
We Believe in Our Community.
We support programs that are transforming the lives of our community’s most vulnerable youth.

Measurable Impact
We believe that success should be measured by the lives that have been changed. That’s a difficult thing to quantify, so we’ve put together a few statistics for you. With the support of our generous donors, we’ve supported over 725 kids, and that’s just the start!

  • 125,000 hours of around the clock care for boys experiencing trauma
    550 hours of tutoring services for foster kids who have fallen behind
    450 Title One students engaged in land conservation education activities
    26 previously homeless children placed in early childhood education programs

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
LGBTQ+
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, LGBTQ+

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Software Engineering
  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Analysis
  • Database Administration
  • SQL / MySQL

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Minimum of 10 hours per month for at least a year
  • Must provide a valis social security number

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