Specialist Database Administrator at The Department of Home Affairs

What we do

The Department of Home Affairs offers a multitude of services to the citizens of South Africa, as well as foreigners who wish to visit, work or stay in South Africa. The Departments core functions are:

Civic Service:

•  Maintaining the National Population Register (NPR)
• Managing the birth, mar...
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  Specialist Database Administrator

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Gauteng
  • Job Field Administration / Facilities  , Data, Business Analysis and AI  , ICT / Computer 

  REQUIREMENTS :

  • An undergraduate qualification in Computer Science or Information Technology at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’ technical experience in DB2 database administration is required. Functional Experience in administering Microsoft SQL database, DB2 and Oracle database.
  • Experience in SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). Experience in ETL (Extra-Transform-Load) development / data integration. Experience in SQL Server Clustering and HA technologies including mirroring, log shipping, failover cluster and various replication technologies would be an advantage. Experience participating in a team that is using Agile methodologies and tools. Sound understanding of application development, maintenance and support. 

  DUTIES :

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Coordinate general Database Analysis in the Department. Coordinate database analysis and implementation thereof. Coordinate and monitor the performance tuning, capacity planning, monitoring critical events and documentation. Create detailed documentation including diagrams of database infrastructure. Create complex query definitions that allow adequate data flow and criticality in line with the relevant business requirements. Coordinate and communicate with all stakeholders (internal teams and clients) on matters related to Databases.
  • Design and develop capacity planning of database infrastructure in conjunction with the PMO and Strategic IS Alignment units. Coordinate and transfer of data from the existing system to the new platform during technology refresh. Plan and monitor database infrastructure for the DHA’s dashboard needs. Coordinate and monitor the database administration processes and procedures. Coordinate, build and supports enterprise-wide databases.
  • Coordinate and execute databases for new applications throughout the Department. Ensure effective Governance and Compliance. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements. 

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  Method of Application

  Interested and qualified? Go to The Department of Home Affairs on www.dpsa.gov.za to apply

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