Job Description
Chief System Administrator, Enterprise Architecture & IT Infrastructure
Reporting to the Manager – Enterprise Architecture and IT Infrastructure, the purpose of the role is to provide leadership in systems deployment, support and administration for all systems, enhancements of customer facing applications (financial technology) and coordinating billing functions to ensure availability and reliability of IT systems as well as timely billing.
The specific tasks include-
Develop and deliver long-term strategic goals for data architecture vision and standards in conjunction with data users, department managers, clients, and other key stakeholders.
Create short-term tactical solutions to achieve long-term objectives and an overall data management roadmap.
Establish processes for governing the identification, collection, and use of corporate metadata; take steps to assure metadata accuracy and validity
Reviewing information technology needs and other operational requirements including coordinating the requisition, installation/configuration, operation and maintenance of system hardware and software and related infrastructure in the company.
Developing and implementing contingency plans to guarantee systems/ services continuity.
Providing technical requirements, analysis and design of IT systems throughout their life-cycle and support of operations staff in executing, testing and rolling-out the solutions.
Researching and recommending innovative and automated approaches for system administration that leverage and optimize the IT resources.
Advising on alternate system infrastructure design approaches to determine the best-balanced solution involving enterprise software applications, security and user licenses.
Formulating and maintaining documentation related to systems and business application software implementation and enhancement initiatives
Create strategies and plans for data security, backup, disaster recovery, business continuity, and archiving.
Developing mechanisms to resolve user complaints and enhance their satisfaction.
Job Specifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Master’s Degree will be an added advantage)
Professional certifications in databases/systems, security and/or project management.
Membership with relevant Professional bodies
A minimum period of nine (9) years relevant work experience in a similar environment, five (5) of which must have been in a supervisory position.
Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the constitution
Technical Capabilities
Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
Working technical experience with designing, building, installing, configuring and maintaining Oracle Databases on an engineered system environment
Experience in Project Management.
Understanding of Company business and operational processes
Key Competencies and Skills
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Planning & Evaluation Skills
Analytical Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Presentation Skills
Interpersonal skills
Creativity & innovation
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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. Applicants MUST upload the following documents during application:Applications are to be received not later than 5.00 p.m. on 22nd April 2024Youth, female candidates, Persons with Disability (PWD), and marginalized community candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Canvassing is discouraged and will lead to disqualification.ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the original and copies of a signed application letter, Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of the relevant academic and professional certificates, and national identity card.
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