Role Summary

• The role Database Administrator will be responsible for installing and providing support to the oracle databases and ensure their performance, availability and security.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Install and configure oracle database on production, backup and test servers. 2. Ensure high availability of the database and its communication with the T24 banking software for user connections.
• Work with OS & Network Management team to ensure that the associated hardware resources are allocated to the databases.
• Proactively monitor the database systems to ensure secure services with minimum downtime.
• Responsible for providing trend analysis to help make decisions regarding resource management.
• Responsible for problem escalation to Oracle Support team and third partiesas appropriate through their helpdesk.
• Responsible for improvement and maintenance of the database by installing patches/upgrades.
• Support and maintain all the databases to ensure optimum performance.
• Responsible for performing restoration of backups. 10. Responsible for the recoverability of databases in case of emergency.
• Investigate and resolve critical helpdesk issues.
• Assist in carrying out home-keeping activities such as Close of Business.
• Support RCBs on Saturday Banking operations
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline
• Oracle Certified Associate(OCA)
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Eight (8) years’ experience in working as Database Administrator in a recognized institution
• Knowledge in other RDBMS like Oracle, MSSQL, Postgres and MySQL

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience with Linux/Unixs and Window operating systems
• Experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third party tools Experience in Setup, Configuration and Maintenance of Oracle RAC
• Fluency in SQL and PLSQL
• Knowledge in data backup, recovery, security and integrity
• Excellent problem-solving, communication skills and strong analytical mind
• Must have a keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite
• Knowledge in T24 Core Banking Software will be an added advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, names and addresses of three (3) referees, including their contact telephone nos./e-mail addresses, should be forwarded to:

The Head
Finance & Administration Dept.
ARB Apex Bank Limited
P. O. BOX GP 20321
Accra

Closing Date: 05 April, 2021