Head of Unit, Database Administration at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning & Management:
  • Develop and implement the database administration strategy in alignment with the organization's IT strategy and business objectives.
  • Plan and budget for database infrastructure, software, and resources.
  • Lead and manage the Database Administration team, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and mentorship.
  • Establish and maintain database standards, policies, and procedures.
• Database Operations & Maintenance:
  • Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of database systems.
  • Ensure the availability, performance, and security of databases.
  • Monitor database performance and proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Implement and manage database backup and recovery procedures.
  • Manage database capacity and plan for future growth.
  • Troubleshoot database issues and provide support to users.
• Database Security & Integrity:
  • Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data.
  • Manage user access and permissions to databases.
  • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
  • Ensure data integrity and consistency across databases.
  • Implement data masking and encryption techniques as needed.
• Database Development & Support:
  • Collaborate with application developers to design and optimize database schemas.
  • Provide support to developers in writing efficient SQL queries and stored procedures.
  • Participate in database design reviews and code reviews.
  • Ensure proper testing and deployment of database changes.
• Technology Evaluation & Implementation:
  • Evaluate and recommend new database technologies and tools to improve performance, scalability, and security.
  • Oversee the implementation and integration of new database systems.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging trends in database administration.
• Vendor Management:
  • Manage relationships with database software vendors and support providers.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met.
• Reporting & Communication:
  • Provide regular reports on database performance, availability, and security.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders about database issues and changes.