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Sample Assignment #7: Database Help

Assignment:

Assist With Various FileMaker Pro for Mac Database Projects

Sponsoring Organization

Virtual Volunteering Project National organizationanization, based in Austin, Texas

Description

Contact names for this Project are maintained on an offline FileMaker Pro database. Help is needed with compiling and preparing information for importing into this database, and in some database configuration/programming. Volunteer will work on the database on his/her own computer, and e-mail finished products as attachments.

Estimated Time Requirement

30 hours

Time Allowed to Complete this Assignment

1 - 3 months

Does this assignment involve direct interaction with clients?

No

Volunteer Skills and Equipment Needed

  • Understand database management basics (importing and exporting data, simple scripts and forms),
  • have a Macintosh and access to FileMaker Pro (and be able to keep this information relatively secured on that system),
  • communicate well via e-mail, attention to details,
  • excellent written skills and commitment to deadlines.

This opportunity is totally virtual (volunteer doesn't have to be on site at the organization)

This opportunity has no expiration date (this opportunity is always available unless currently filled).

You may be required to answer questions, participate in a telephone or online interview, or submit samples of your work before you are assigned this type of task.

This assignment is provided for reference purposes only. If you are seeking a virtual opportunity, please see our page on how to find virtual opportunities.