Senior Database Specialist Full Time NEW

Job Description
The incumbent is required to perform specialized database design, development, implementation, maintenance and support duties for the information systems of a large Ministry/Department. Duties include: ensuring the security, confidentiality, integrity and availability of the databases of the Ministry/Department; providing advice on database technology and products; managing database design and development activities; developing, administering, maintaining and supporting database solutions; and supervision of professional, technical and support staff.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
– Designs, develops, tests, corrects and documents database management systems as part of the overall application development and maintenance process in accordance with agreed standards and specifications.

– Designs and applies physical, procedural and technical controls to the databases of the Ministry/Department to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability; and investigates and remedies related security incidents.
– Trains relevant staff to ensure their comprehension of and compliance with governments policies and procedures and established best practices around the use of information; and identifies the risks involved in the use of information.
– Manages the accessibility, retrievability and security of defined databases.
– Contributes to the design of information systems to meet the business needs of the Ministry/Department, consistent with database standards and best practices, and within the constraints of cost, security and efficiency.
– Manages the on-going installation, configuration, upgrade, administration, monitoring and maintenance of the databases of the Ministry/Department, including developing and maintaining related procedures and documentation, and optimizing database performance and availability.
– Facilitates the management of the database development and implementation projects, of the Ministry/Department including the identification and mitigation of project risk, ensuring quality in project delivery and managing resources.
– Prepares and delivers learning activities, such as training, to a variety of audiences in areas of technical specialization and responsibility.
– Contributes to the planning and execution of system and acceptance testing of new or modified information systems, particularly in areas of technical specialization.
– Contributes to the planning for and implementation of software releases, particularly in areas of technical specialization by undertaking activities such as risk assessment and stakeholder coordination.
– Reviews database development and implementation processes in accordance with agreed quality standards.
– Provides inputs to the service continuity planning process and implements the resulting plans.
– Applies specialist knowledge of database architectures, design, techniques and software to the specification, design and maintenance of databases and repositories which support the information needs of the Ministry/Department.
– Keeps abreast of developments in database technology, tools and techniques and advises on their relevance and potential value to the Ministry/Department and their application.
– Performs other related duties as assigned.

Key Competencies
KNOWLEDGE

– Considerable knowledge of database technology, and database development, administration and maintenance.
– Knowledge of the principles, tools and techniques required for the management and control of ICT within an organization.
– Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
– Some knowledge of Public Service processes and procedures.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
– Ability to supervise professional, technical and support staff.
– Ability to think creatively and to implement database solutions.
– Ability to manage ICT projects.
– Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
– Ability to promote teamwork and manage conflict.
– Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
– Ability to interact positively with members of the public and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
– Minimum five (5) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT, including at least two (2) years experience in the design, development, operation and maintenance of large database management systems.
– Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems Management, Computer Engineering or a related area.
– Relevant certification in database management such as the Certified Data Management Professional, Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional etc.
OR
– Minimum of seven (7) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT including at least four (4) years in the design, development, operation and maintenance of large database management systems.
– Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized Bachelors degree from a recognized institution Certification in the area of ICT from a recognized institution.
OR
– Minimum of ten (10) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT, in addition to at least five (5) years experience in the design, development operation and maintenance of large database management systems.
– Training as evidenced by the possession of a two-year Diploma/Certificate in the area of ICT from a recognized institution.