Job Title: Database Administrator – 2 Positions
Organization: Bank of Uganda (BoU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) is the Central Bank of the Republic of Uganda. It was opened on the 15th August 1966. It is 100% owned by the Government of Uganda but it is not a government Department. Bank of Uganda conducts all its activities in close association with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED). Bank of Uganda is responsible for monetary policy and maintaining price stability.
Job Summary: To manage and maintain the Bank’s database environments with a focus on Oracle technologies, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. This role involves designing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting database systems, implementing high-availability solutions, and supporting disaster recovery to effectively support the Bank’s business operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, configure, and manage enterprise database infrastructure including Oracle Database (12c, 19c, 23c, etc.), MS SQL Server, and other RDBMS platforms
- Design and implement high-availability database solutions including Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC), Active DataGuard, and DBvist
- Continuously monitor database performance using advanced monitoring tools, identify issues, and perform tuning and optimization
- Implement database security measures including Oracle Audit Vault, Database Firewall, IBM Guardium, and other database activity monitoring solutions (DAMS)
- Coordinate the development and execution of Data Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans (BCPs)
- Monitor and manage database storage utilization by implementing appropriate archiving and pruning strategies
- Lead the monitoring and management of primary and secondary databases to ensure synchronization and effective administration using DataGuard, DBvist, replication, and similar technologies
- Maintain accurate documentation of database configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures
- Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely and effective support and maintenance
- Ensure database operations comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
- Provide technical support for database-related issues and perform routine maintenance tasks
- Participate in the evaluation of IT-related procurements, ensuring database requirements are met
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader, Data Storage Services, from time to time.
Expected Outputs
- Individual Balanced Scorecard
- Daily, weekly, and monthly Database performance reports
- Database design and architecture documentation
- High-availability configuration reports
- Database backup and recovery reports
- Configuration and change management documentation
- Incident resolution reports
- Security compliance reports
- Technical support logs
- Vendor support and maintenance reports
- Capacity planning and utilization reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A First or Upper Second-Class degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Systems, or Engineering.
- Professional certifications in IT Service Management (ITIL), Database Administration (Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), OCP, OCE-RAC, MCSA-SQL, MCP, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
Work Experience:
- At least five (5) years of relevant working experience in database administration, preferably with Oracle, and Microsoft technologies in a telecom, banking or financial institution.
Age:
- 30.0 – 38.0 years of age as at close of the advert.
Competencies:
Technical Competencies
- Expertise in data storage, Oracle database administration (12c, 19c, 23c), MS SQL Server, etc.
- Experience with high-availability database solutions such as Oracle RAC and Data Guard
- Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server Operating System administration
- Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices
- Experience with Database Activity Monitoring tools (Oracle Audit Vault, IBM Guardium)
- Experience in database performance monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of financial core banking systems and their database requirements
- Ability to manage and configure database systems for optimal performance
- Proficiency in SQL and database scripting languages
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Behavioral
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proactive and innovative mindset.
- Attention to detail and decision-making abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply:
Applications should be submitted by filling out the online application link
Please follow the stated instructions in the form as accurately as possible. Note that inaccurate applications will be automatically disqualified.
Applications should be accompanied by;
- National ID (Front and Back) – Mandatory. Ensure both the front and back sides are scanned and visible.
- Academic Qualification Documents – Mandatory. These should match all the required qualifications mentioned in the job descriptions.
- Letter of Equivalence for the Class of Degree from the National Council of Higher Education for applicants whose first degree (Bachelor’s) was obtained from a foreign University.
- A duly registered Statutory Declaration for applicants with name and/or date of birth variations.
Note:
- Please ensure that all required documents are duly attached and MUST be scanned as one single document.
- Please note that failure to attach the required documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Management reserves the right to terminate applicants found with concealed or falsified information and academic credentials. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 22nd August 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60