Database Administrator 2

Job Purpose

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for administering Database Management Systems (DBMS) for Mission Critical applications. The incumbent must also implement measures to ensure data integrity, security, availability and optimal performance of application Databases. 

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative: 

• Provides guidance and mentorship to the Database Administrators 1, to ensure deliverables and activities are done in accordance with the Company’s standards and guidelines; 
• Contributes to the development and implementation of strategies to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of service by the BI Unit; 
• Collaborates with the Manager – Database Administration in the development of the Unit’s Operational and Work Plans; 
• Liaises with the internal and external customers on matters relating to the job; 
• Reviews and provides expert advice on technical documents developed by the Database Administration Unit. 

Technical/Professional: 

• Provides guidance to Level I and Level II Administrators to ensure deliverables and activities are done in accordance with the Company’s standards and guidelines; 
• Contributes to the development and implementation of strategies to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of service by the Technical Services Department; 
• Collaborates with the relevant manager in the development of the Unit’s Operational and Work Plans; 
• Liaises with the internal and external customers on matters relating to the job; 
• Reviews and provides expert advice on technical documents developed by the System Administration and Technical Development & Standards Units; 
• Assists in the implementation of the Logical Database from specifications; 
• Assists in achieving and maintaining a satisfactory level of security; 
• Assists in the implementation of Database search strategies; 
• Assists in the implementation of Database recovery procedures; 
• Participates in research on database technology trends; 
• Assists Research and Development efforts in data collection as well as analysis of emerging database technologies; 
• Develops testing methodology to establish applicability of new technology; 
• Performs other related job enrichment duties, as assigned. 

Teamwork 

• Builds and maintain strong relationships with all internal departments; 
• Works as part of a Team to achieve the group and departmental standards; 
• Works together with other Departments and Divisions within the Organisation to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability. 

Knowledge 

• To ensure a good level of understanding and knowledge of Database Administration principles and best practices, ensuring that customers’ information needs can be timely, accurately and appropriately addressed by the Department; 
• To take responsibility for own personal development in line with agreed annual performance objectives; 
• To be willing to listen to and support colleagues and Team Members with professional problems, devoting time to impart expertise, infusing confidence and expressing positive expectations regarding the Team’s performance. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

• Good oral and written communication skills. 
• Good interpersonal skills 
• Planning and organizing Skills 
• Goal and result oriented 
• Good analytical, conceptual and problem solving abilities. 
• Good customer service and communication skills. 
• Teamwork and cooperation 
• Ability to work under pressure, in a target driven environment. 
• Able to work collaboratively with others to provide a high quality service 

Technical: 

• Experience with installation, configuration, backup, restoration of enterprise DBMS.
• Experience in Linux and Windows Server Administration. 
• Good SQL programming skills (development of stored procedures and complex SQL statements). 
• Strong awareness of data privacy and confidentiality principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Networking & IT Security Administration. 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent from a recognized Tertiary Institution 
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in supporting MSSQL Server (experience with other enterprise DBMS such as Informix or PostgreSQL would be an asset).

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted