NATIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID SCHEME (NSFAS) JOB OPENINGS
NSFAS Vacancies in Cape Town
NSFAS is offering an exciting opportunity in Cape Town:
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Position: Senior Database Administrator Type: Permanent (C4) Vacancy No: 21 of 2023/24 Department & Unit: ICT-Technology
About the Role: As a Senior Database Administrator, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing NSFAS’s database systems with a strong focus on cloud-based technologies.
Your responsibilities will include ensuring database performance, availability, security, and supporting cross-functional teams for application development, data management, and business intelligence initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Policy, Systems & Procedunre Development:
- Implement NSFAS database processes in line with policy requirements.
- Address and resolve system database queries from the business.
- Maintain security policies related to databases.
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Core Objectives Implementation:
- Design and implement efficient database systems using cloud-based technologies.
- Manage and optimize database performance, availability, and security.
- Utilize cloud-based database technologies (e.g., Amazon RDS, Azure SQL Database) effectively.
- Ensure robust database security and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents efficiently.
- Optimize database performance through tuning and configuration adjustments.
- Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Create comprehensive database documentation and reports.
- Facilitate cloud migration and integration.
- Use automation for efficient database management.
Stakeholder Management & Relationships:
- Provide development and UAT support within agreed SLA.
- Address stakeholder queries promptly.
- Generate accurate reports and establish key performance indicators.
Project Facilitation & Implementation:
- Plan and implement projects aligned with the ICT strategy.
- Evaluate project ROI through comprehensive reports.
Budget Optimisation:
- Contribute to expenditure decisions aligned with core activities and projects.
- Manage reconciled payments and recoveries from the database.
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Compliance Monitoring & Evaluation:
- Ensure verification, compliance, registration, and deregistration processes.
- Implement key controls and risk mitigation for databases.
- Enhance audit, risk, and compliance outlook.
Information & Knowledge Management:
- Collaborate to build effective data management systems.
- Utilize stakeholders’ experience for knowledge extraction.
Reporting & Accountability:
- Provide updates on cloud system status, operational plans, and interventions.
- Report on internal and external audit and risk activities.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (NQF level 7).
- Relevant certifications like AWS Certified Database – Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure, Virtualisation Certification.
- 8 years of experience as a Server DBA or similar role.
- Proficiency in Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO).
- Experience in cloud-based database technologies and migration.
- Strong knowledge of backup, recovery models, HA, and DR options.
Preferred:
- 10 years of experience in Database architecture or similar role.
- 7 years working on Cloud database platforms.
- Financial sector experience.
- Application development experience with languages like C#, Java, JavaScript, Python.
Skills and Competencies:
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced troubleshooting, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and report writing abilities.
Remuneration & Benefits:
- Annual remuneration package ranging from R 783,108 to R 895,383.
- Comprehensive benefits and company contributions included.
Application Process:
Application Deadline: September 28, 2023
Interested applicants must complete an Employment Application Form on the NSFAS website. Submit the form with a detailed CV, academic qualifications, ID copy, and contact information for three referees to Ms. Thokozile Mnikina at jobs@nsfas.org.za.
Please note: Contact details provided are for job content inquiries only, not for applications.
For Inquiries: Email: thokozilem@nsfas.org.za
Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 months after the closing date. NSFAS is committed to employment equity, and preference will be given to candidates enhancing employment equity considerations.
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