Database Officer at Michael Stevens Consulting

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users.
• Map out the conceptual design for a planned database.
• Refine the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model and meet storage requirement.
• Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
• Control access permissions and privileges.
• Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans.
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security.
• Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head, Application Support

Education and Work Experience

• First degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering or any related discipline from a reputable tertiary institution.
• Professional qualification in a related discipline will be an advantage.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a similar role.
• Candidates for this role must have worked or currently working in the manufacturing or food and beverages industry.

Competency and Skills Requirements:

• Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design.
• Strong knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (Oracle 8 or higher versions, MS SQL Server) and operating systems (UNIX, MS Windows)
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Problem-solving and good analytical skills.
• Communication, teamwork and negotiation skills.
• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers.
• Business awareness and understanding of business requirements of IT.