• Application Deadline: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Head of Unit, Database Administration



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 4 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Data, Business Analysis and AI 
  
  

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.