ZAMNET Communication Systems Ltd Currently Accepting CV’s – June 2017

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Job Title: Network Specialist – Database Administrator

General

The Network Specialist – Database Administrator is primarily responsible for the operation of mission-critical databases that handle key services such as service provisioning, customer account information, service listings, and billing information.

Duties

• Design and Develop databases, interfaces and reports as required
• Administering and supporting Billing software applications and continuously making improvement     them
• Formulate and manage database backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Develop required scripts (e.g stored procedures) to automate procedures for both internal and external customers as required.
• Design and develop reports for both internal and external customers as required.
• Database performance analysis and tuning.
• Suggest improvements and upgrades to hardware and/or software.
• Provide database support to Web services and other business units as needed.
• Developing software applications (including web enabled) to automate procedures for both external and internal customers.
• Help in the administration of DNS system and other Network infrastructures that comprise the ZAMNET Core Network.

Skills Required/ Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or closely related field.
• DBA experience in a Windows and the Unix/Linux environment, including knowledge and comfort with the command line.
• Experience writing SQL scripts.
• Experience with SQL optimisation and database tuning.
• Experience with database design and administration and SQL (MySQL and MSSQL in particular).
• Solid relational database knowledge.
• Experience with report design using Crystal reports or MSSQL Report server.
• Familiarity with network protocols (such as TCP/IP, DHCP), hardware and infrastructure a plus.
• Programming experience and Server-side scripting experience.
• Ability to plan and manage projects.
• The holder of a valid driving licence (Manual transmission).
• Minimum three (3) years working experience.

Desired Personal Attributes

• Well personally motivated, and able to work with minimum supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, including the ability to handle difficult situations diplomatically.
• The ability to work to tight time schedules and within budget.
• Dynamic and pleasant personality with the initiative.

Only Candidates who meet the above requirements must apply by sending a Cover Letter & CV only to;

The Human Resources Officer
ZAMNET Communication Systems Ltd
PO Box 38299
Lusaka

Email Application To [email protected].

Closing date: Wednesday 14th June 2016