Job Summary:
The Database administrator will support Metropol Uganda Limited’s Kampala office.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Assisting the Metropol Corporation Database Administrator in managing the Uganda databases
· Responsible for the performance, integrity and security of all MUL databases
· Monitoring performance and managing parameters to provide fast responses to front-end users
· Controlling access permissions and privileges for users in the live, testing and development databases;
· Responsible for developing, managing and testing database back-up and recovery plans;
· Ensuring that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly;
· Making monthly BoU Returns
· Extracting adhoc lists as requested by the Participating Institutions
· Communicating regularly with management, technical, development and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security;
· Undertake any other activities as directed management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate must hold a Degree in Information Technology or equivalent
· Certified Database management professional
· At least two years of experience in Database management and user support
· Excellent database management skills — Postrges, SQL and Oracle tools
· Strong SQL scripting skills
· A must is Proficiency in SQL, Unix scripting using Bash, awk, sed and understanding of Unix OS (Ubuntu preferred)
· Critical analytical thinking in relation to SQL data management (DML)
· Proficiency in Mongo DB, Postgres, MS Excel, and CITUS
· Integration methods between NoSQL and SQL
· Understanding of Database Replication and implementations, Backups and restorations/recovery.
· Working knowledge of REDIS
· Excellent time management and organizational skills as well as strong problem solving skills
· Excellent written and communication skills and high attention to detail
· Ability to acquire knowledge to make process improvement recommendations
· A flexible approach to work, demonstrated by a willingness to undertake further duties as assigned
· A team player.

Desirable:

Experience in customer relationship management.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should send their updated CVs (concentrating on their Database experience), two technical/Professional referees hr@metropol.co.ug with Database Administrator as the subject
Deadline: 28th June 2019 by 5:00 pm