Analyze your CV for Database Administrator at FINCA

Database AdministratorDepartment: Information Services and OperationsReports to: Head of Information Services and OperationsLocation: Head OfficeSummaryDatabase Administrator provides technical leadership to maintain day-to-day support for bank databases across multiple platforms (Oracle, MSSQL, Core banking database, Other Application Database, Cloud Database platform such as AWS, and Big Data / SQL Database platform). Database administrator will ensure that organization’s databases are managed efficiently and securely.Essential DutiesDesigning and implementing database systems i.e Oracle, MS SQL and others environments as needed.Perform database tuning, monitoring, optimizing database performance and upgrade of databases and its patches as per policy and procedures in place.Perform software installs and Linux shell scripting, and physical and logical database design.Ensure database full backup is conducted and data are stored in secured storage and location.Ensure Core application databases replication working as per business continuity standard.Managing database security and access controls.Analyze and plan for anticipated changes in data capacity requirements, develop and administer data standards, policies, and proceduresPerforms the capacity planning required to create and maintain the databaseProvide direction for database design, development, and administration in support of production operationsDevelop, implement and lead projects and project plans relating to databaseSupporting data migration and integration projects.Provide Oracle database programming and administration (DBA) of multiple Oracle applications environmentsEnsure Core Banking System and all applications databases are running and performing at optimal levelAdheres to and supports IS systems, enforce standards, policies, and procedures to end usersDaily system monitoring to ensure 24X7 availability of databases and applicationsParameterize Core Banking System database and other applications database according to analyzed requirements.Works closely with members of the application and infrastructure teams on timely resolution of reported incidents/issues.Ensure all reported and logged issues are well analyzed, defined and resolved with recorded resolutions.Monitor databases uptime and performance and provide periodic reviews for such databases.Work closely with Project Manager on Change requests analysis and change process management.Analyze and document problems and resolutions in defined standards and Knowledge Base systems.Education and ExperienceBachelor degree in computer science or related field.Certification for Database Administration will be added advantage.2 years’ experience in similar positionKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesUnderstands applications hosting platforms, such as WebLogic, Apache, IIS, Tomcat etcFundamental knowledge in programming languages, such as Php, C# and JavaUnderstands basic principles of any Core Banking SystemKnowledge with Database management systems (Oracle, MS SQL etc)Knowledge with Linux and Window opening systems AdministrationKnowledge with reports development platforms.Knowledgeable in ITIL, DBA, Oracle, MS SQLKnowledge in Orbit-Rubicon Core Banking Application will be added advantage.Please send your application letter and CV to TZ_Recruitment@finca.co.tz . Deadline for sending application is November 15, 2025