Job Title: Assistant Manager – DBA & System Admin and Development.

Department: IT

Reporting to: Manager – Database and Systems Administration Responsible for: N/A Region: Dar es Salaam.

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The job of Database Administrator, System Development was established for the purpose/s of analyzing departmental and individual requirements for database solutions; participate in developing, implementing and maintaining applications; documenting system components; and serving as a technical advisor to staff and other bank personnel.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance our existing Microsoft based systems.
• Make recommendations on custom applications which may include a number of data capture systems for banking operations and other databases.
• Identify opportunities that can improve efficiency of business processes.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced Diploma in IT, IS, Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics or related field is desirable, a BSc graduate in any or the fields is preferred.
• Knowledge of structured query language (SQL), Unix and database management systems (DBMS).
• Knowledge of programming languages such as PHP, Java, VB.net etc

EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES

• A good understanding of database architecture, software and database management systems.
• The ability to work to a high degree of accuracy.
• A good understanding of banking products, procedures and systems.
• Good team-working skills
• At least 3 years relevant experience in the banking industry.

Hours of Work: 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Additional hours as required by workload.