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SQL DBA

Job Ref
274554
Job Type
Permanent
Employer Type
Recruitment Agency
Date Added 22 Jun 2017
Expiry Date 6 Aug 2017
* There have been 6 applications to this job.
* This job has been viewed 1192 times.
Employer:
Datacentrix

Location:
South Africa

Salary:
Negotiable

Benefits:


Role details:
One of our external clients wouldlike to employ a SQL DBA on a permanent basis. Position based in Northern parts of Gauteng.
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The job profile andthe job objectives contained herein is not exhaustive, and Employees may from time to time berequested to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which fall reasonably within the ambitof the job profile, or in accordance with operational requirements.
Job Purpose
 
The Database Administratorcontributes to the organisational goals by maintaining database systems and identifyingpotential risk to data and integrity.
 
 

JobObjectives/Outputs


Maintain software and hardware requirementsto ensure efficient operation of the database environment.

Report (weekly) onserver health to management.

Create standards and best practices for databasesystems environment.

Ensure database environment is operating at optimalefficiency.

Ensure business continuity through the use of disaster recovery andhigh availability solutions.

Ensure maintenance tasks and / jobs are created andrun successfully.

Ensure adherence to security and regulatory requirements.

Deliver the Company Service Way through personal effort and through others.

Deliver on Treating Customers Fairly principles in alignment with regulatoryrequirements
Essential Competencies
 

CORECOMPETENCIES
SUBCOMPETENCIES (Company Competencies)
DESCRIPTION
Applying Expertise & Technology
Applying Expertise & Technology
Applying specialist and detailed technical expertise; Uses technology to achieve work objectives;Develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professionaldevelopment;
Demonstrates an understanding of different Company departments andfunctions.
 
Analysing
InformationProcessing / Analysing / Problem Solving
 
Analyses numerical data and all other sources of information, to breakthem into component parts, patterns and relationships; Probes for further information or greaterunderstanding of a problem; Makes rational judgements from the available information and analysis;Demonstrates an understanding of how one issue may be a part of a much larger system.
 
Adhering to Principles and Values
 
Cultural Interpersonal Effectiveness
Relates well to people in a diverse environment; Promotes and defendsequal opportunities; Builds diverse teams; Encourages organisational and individual responsibilitytowards the community and the environment.
 
Adhering to Principles and Values
 
Upholds ethics and values;Demonstrates integrity.
 
Deciding and Initiating Action
 
Deciding and Initiating Action
 
Takes responsibility foractions, projects and / or people; Initiates  and generates activity and introduces changesinto work processes; Makes quick, clear decisions which may include tough choices or consideredrisks; Applies sound judgement; Comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions, usingeffective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
 
Planning &Organising
 
Planning & Organising
Setsclearly defined objectives; Plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account ofpossible changing circumstances; Manages time effectively; Identifies and organises resources neededto accomplish tasks; Monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.
 
Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
 
Customer Orientation /Company Service Way
 
Focussing on customer needs and satisfaction as per the Company Service Way.
 
ResultsFocus / Driving for Results
 
Sets high standards for quality and quantity; Monitors and maintains quality andproductivity; Consistently achieves project goals; Works in a systematic, methodical and orderlyway.
 
 
Desirable Competency Requirements
 

CORE COMPETENCIES
SUB COMPETENCIES (Company Competencies)
DESCRIPTION
Writing and Reporting
 
Writing andReporting
Writes convincingly; Writes clearly,succinctly and correctly; Avoids the unnecessary use of jargon or complicated language; Writes in awell-structured and logical way; Structures information to meet the needs and understanding of theintended audience.
 
Coping with Pressure & Setbacks
 
Resilience / Emotional Intelligence
Maintains a positive outlook at work; Works productively in apressurised environment; Keeps emotions under control during difficult situations; Handles criticismwell and learns from it; Balances the demands of a work life and a personal life; Coping withpressure and setbacks; Self-awareness EQ / Self-management EQ; Interpersonal / Social EQ
 
Relating& Networking
 
Develop Relationships and Networks
 
Easily establishes good relationships with customers and staff; Buildswide and effective networks of contacts.
 
Learning and Researching 
 
Learning andResearching 
 
Rapidly learns new tasks and commits information to memory quickly; Demonstrates an immediateunderstanding of newly presented information; Gathers comprehensive information to support decisionmaking; Encourages an organisational learning approach (learns from successes and failures and seeksfeedback).
 
Achieving Personal Work Goals & Objectives
 
Achieving PersonalWork Goals & Objectives
Accepts and tacklesdemanding goals with enthusiasm; works hard and puts in longer hours when it is necessary; seeksprogression to roles of increased responsibility and influence; identifies own development needs andmakes use of developmental or training opportunities.
 
 
 
 
Following Instructions &Procedures
Following Instructions &Procedures
Appropriately follows instructionsfrom others without unnecessarily challenging authority; Follows procedures and policies; Keeps toschedules; Arrives punctually for work and meetings; Complies with legal obligations and safetyrequirements of the role (e.g. FAIS etc.).
 
 
Knowledge and ExperienceRequirements
 

Level of Education:
Essential:

Grade 12 (Standard 10) with UniversityEntrance (NQF4)
Relevant Certificate in Database Administration

 
Desirable:

BSC Computer Science and / or Bcom Informatica

 
Experience:
Essential:

At least 2 years experience in databaseadministration

 
Desirable:

Experience inthe Financial Services Industry

 
 
Knowledge of:

Relational Database Management Systems
Structure Query Language
Server OperatingSystems
Development Methodologies
Development Lifecycle
Relevant Hardware Knowledge

Skills:

AnalyticalThinker
Communication (Written/Verbal)
Decision Making
Problem Solver/Solutions Driven
Ability tomanage self and time
InterpersonalSkills
Ability to analyse data
Conflict Management
Negotiation Skills
Innovativethinker
Adaptability and / orflexibility

 
 
 
The CompanyService Way Requirements
 

Make it Easy to Connect

Listens attentively(does not interrupt) to understand

a) emotional state and b) customer’sneed. 

Asks clarifying questions to ensure need is clearly understood
Calmly accepts constructive feedback (remains calm and engaged).
Responds appropriatelyto cues on type of customer and emotional state.

 
Make it Easy to Understand

Explains compliance requirements, policy and/or services clearly and in logicalsteps. 
Requests upfront all information necessary in order to solve the customerneed/problem.
Explains why additional information may be required.
Shares thereasons behind information needs and/or policy and service structures.

 
Make it Easy to be KeptInformed

Explains the steps in the process clearly– what will happen, what must the client do/expect.
Confirms with the customer whenand how feedback would typically be given. 
Agrees time and method of feedback that isconvenient for customer.
Follows through on giving feedback in the manner agreed.
Proactively provides information so as to avoid unnecessary comebacks.
Explains clearlythe reason why, if a customer is to be put on hold/transferred.

 
Make it Easy to Consider It Done

Honours commitments to others.
Meets important goals anddeadlines.
Takes responsibility for own mistakes and correcting them.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


 




 
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