National Oil Oracle Database Administrator Job

Oracle Database Administrator
Ref: HR/01/02/11

Job Profile

Reporting to the ICT Manager, the job holder will take a lead role in Oracle database administration whilst ensuring that the implementation of Information Technology resources is aligned with the Corporation’s mission, goals and strategic plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Take a lead role in Oracle database administration and other corporate databases.
• Implement and support central business applications including Oracle E-business suite, document management systems, tank gauging system amongst others.
• Compliance and adherence to statutory requirements concerning information management such as audit, risk management, copyright and freedom of information.
• Enforce effective security of information on application and database systems within the Corporation’s infrastructure.
• Liaise with the ICT Manager in the implementation of the Corporate ICT strategy, supporting policies and defining standards associated with information management.
• Establish monitoring processes for the various business applications and databases which provide accurate, pertinent and timely information to manage investments in information and associated resources.

Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from a reputable University.
• Must be an Oracle certified professional.
• Be proficient in Oracle database administration and management, patching, cloning and backups.
• Have at least three to five years experience with Oracle DBA tools, Oracle Developer and Oracle PL/SQL scripting.
• Have strong knowledge of the Oracle E-business Suite Architecture and its development standards and implementation methodologies with experience in a busy work environment.
• Demonstrate good knowledge and experience of PC operating systems and core applications, LINUX, UNIX and windows OS, internet services, systems engineering and support.
• Experience in design, implementation and commissioning of Company wide ERP systems will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate knowledge and appreciation for all aspects of ICT through progressive involvement and application of ICT to business processes.

Work Related Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Self drive, dependability, reliability and high level of professionalism.
• Thorough and timely decision making skills.
• Keen on detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Well regarded demeanor.
• Team player and results or goal oriented.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge effectively.
• Demonstration of high level of integrity, honesty and sensitivity to others in working relationships.

National Oil is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidates.

Applications clearly indicating position reference should be addressed to the

Human Resources Manager,
P.O Box 58567 – 00200
City Square Nairobi

or via email: hrm@nockenya.co.ke

so as to reach us by 25th February, 2011.

Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact addresses of three (3) professional referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.