19/11/2023
SOUTH AFRICAN MARITIME SAFETY AUTHORITY (SAMSA)
DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
GRADE: C4
The position reports to the Senior Systems Developer.
LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE, PRETORIA
CLOSING DATE: 24 NOVEMBER 2023
JOB PURPOSE
• To plan and manage the development of SAMSA databases and reporting platforms for all SAMSA systems.
• To manage database backups and recovery procedure critical for disaster recovery in line with the SAMSA Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity policy and procedures. Develop Business Intelligence Platform for Production Systems.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
• Responsible for designing, planning, and Implementing of SAMSA database in line with best practice methods.
• Effectively manage the development and upgrade of SAMSA databases in line with system requirements.
• Develop processes and procedures to manage utilization and optimization of database.
• Contributes towards preparation of Centre budgets with focus database related requirements.
• Provide inputs towards development of specifications, terms of reference (ToR) relating to the procurement of ICT products and services.
• Ensure optimum uptime and availability of databases services in accordance with set availability targets.
• Manage relationship with service provider to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Contribute towards development of project scope.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
• A relevant National Diploma in ICT or NQF Level 6 qualification.
• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certification
• MCSE: Business Intelligence certification will be an added advantage.
• SQL Server Integration Service (SSIS)
Knowledge and Experience
• A minimum of 5–7 years’ related working experience in database management.
• 2-3 working experience in database management, BI and reporting platforms.
• Database planning and administration of an enterprise-wide system
• Knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (SQL or equivalent, etc.), databases (SQL, etc.), programming (SQL, R, Python, etc.)
• Knowledge of ITIL Framework
• Knowledge of POPI Act
• Knowledge of COBIT
• Knowledge of SQL Queries
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server
• Knowledge of Helpdesk System
• Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of Industry best practices in application management
• Knowledge in Stakeholder & SLA Management
Competencies
High levels of competence on the skills below is a requirement:
• Project Management Skills
• Problem solving Skills.
• Presentation Skills.
• Communication Skills.
• Negotiation Skills.
• Experience in designing system reporting.
Should you meet the requirements as set out above, please e-mail your CV to Amahle Mbatha at: recruitment2@samsa.org.za
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Male, White Females and people living with a disability to achieve the objectives of Employment Equity.
Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful.
