Key responsibilities:
Configure hardware and software, set up peripherals such as printers or routers, repair equipment, and provide support for computer network users
Support users on computer software or hardware infrastructure issues, as requested through telephone and e-mail communication
Create, configure and load development, test and production databases
Support database migration and cleaning activities
Manage access controls for test and production data base
Monitor production database performance and tune databases to optimize performance
Perform database maintenance, backup and recovery tasks
Respond to production database failures and resolve discrepancies
Maintain/fix codes that breaks in in-house applications
Implement database changes
Write reports, track inventory, evaluate new technologies and develop contingency plans to mitigate software failures.
Support development and implementation of new computer software projects
Job requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
Functional skills: competencies in hardware, software SQL database management, organizational skills and communication skills
Good understanding of SQL and general relational database management technologies
At least 5 years’ experience in systems administration, application development, hardware and software maintenance and user support
At least 5 years’ experience in database implementation and administration
Demonstrated proficiency in Organizational database technologies (SQL Server management, SQL Queries, MS Access, MYSQL and other database technologies)
Good grasp of application development technologies in use in Organization today such as HTML, C#, ASP, .NET, Visual Basic.NET, and other appropriate tools in a Microsoft environment
Knowledge and skills in SYSPRO ERP will be an added advantage
Behavioural competencies and attitude: High level of integrity, interpersonal relations, self-driven and attention to detail, mental resilience, establishing rapport
Apply via :
USAID-MEDS@meds.or.ke
