Senior Database Administrator

1 month ago

Nairobi, Kenya One Acre Fund Full time

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund. 


To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.


About the Role

You will lead the Engineering team's initiatives of designing and managing databases to support a diverse ecosystem from applications to data warehouses and pipelines. You will report to the DevOps Engineering Manager.


Responsibilities

  • Introduce design principles and frameworks that promote robust database development.
  • Optimize our database performance following business growth objectives.
  • Collaboratively establish and implement secure data access, authentication mechanisms and encryption standards, mitigating against vulnerabilities. 
  • Monitor and troubleshoot database incidents and production issues, collaboratively resolving data integration and quality issues.
  • Maintain and upgrade the database according to strategic schedules and following advancing technologies.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and documentation.


    Career Growth and Development

    We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.


    Qualifications

    Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

    • 5+ years of experience in software development with a focus on database design and management systems
    • Experience working with Agile methodology
    • Hands-on experience in database design, modeling, and scaling principles
    • Knowledge of at least two mainstream programming languages and data definition and manipulation languages/frameworks
    • Experience in debugging techniques and tools


      Preferred Start Date

      As soon as possible


      Job Location

      Flexible across out countries of operation (Kenya, Rwanda, Malawi, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Zambia)

      **Kenya or Rwanda preferred


      Benefits

      Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits


      Eligibility

      One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.


      Application Deadline

      4 July 2024


      One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.


      Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.


      We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

  • Database Administrator at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Airways Full time

    Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.SummaryThe role has the responsibility to: Design, configure, implement, support, and maintain...

  • Senior Database Administrator at

    6 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Metropol Corporation Ltd Full time

    Metropol was established in Kenya in 1996 as a business Information and credit management company. In 2006 Metropol partnered with GCR to provide credit rating services that enable corporates to raise capital and meet their financing needs.JOB PURPOSE:To manage the performance, security and integrity of Metropol's database infrastructure. You will be...

  • Database Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Equity Bank Kenya Full time

    Equity Bank Limited (The "Bank") is incorporated, registered under the Kenyan Companies Act Cap 486 and domiciled in Kenya. The address of the Bank's registered office is 9th Floor, Equity Centre, P.O. Box Nairobi.Position Overview:Leading a team of software developers, the Database Administrator will analyse the network's database needs and performance and...

  • Senior Database Administrator at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya One Acre Fund Full time

    One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty.About the RoleYou will lead the Engineering team's initiatives of designing and managing databases to support a diverse ecosystem from applications to data warehouses and...

  • Senior Database Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

    About Metropol Corporation Ltd Metropol was established in Kenya in 1996 as a business Information and credit management company. In 2006 Metropol partnered with GCR to provide credit rating services that enable corporates to raise capital and meet their financing needs. Metropol is also licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya to provide Credit Reference...

  • Senior ICT Officer Database Administrator at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Mount Kenya University Full time

    Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society's progressive good.SummaryIn pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to...

  • Database Administrator- Readvertisement at

    2 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya ICEA Lion Group Full time

    As one of the largest insurers and financial services companies in East Africa, we have decades of experience in helping discerning individuals protect and create their wealth.SummaryThe job holder will be responsible for the Design, Implementation and Administration of ICEA LION Group's Enterprise Database (DB) Systems. This encompasses performance tuning,...

  • Database Administrator at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Catholic University of Eastern Africa Full time

    The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), like most other universities, started in a modest way. It commenced as a graduate school of theology known as the Catholic Higher Institute of Eastern Africa (CHIEA). The Institute (CHIEA) was founded in 1984 by the regional ecclesiastical authority known as the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences of...

  • Relational Database Administrator at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya iHUB Full time

    We are a globally recognised organisation that is deeply steeped in the local technology innovation culture. We've been both the main catalyst for regional technology acceleration and a role model for technology hubs across emerging marketsResponsibilitiesApplicants must be graduate IT professionals with certification and minimum 3 years relevant experience....

  • Database Administrator at Kenya Airways

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Kenya Kenya Airways Full time

    Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Summary The role has the responsibility to:  Design, configure, implement, support, and maintain...

  • Database Administrator at Kenya Airways

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Kenya Kenya Airways Full time

    Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Summary The candidate will design, configure, implement, support, and maintain enterprise...

  • Relational Database Administrator at iHUB

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Kenya iHUB Full time

    We are a globally recognised organisation that is deeply steeped in the local technology innovation culture. We’ve been both the main catalyst for regional technology acceleration and a role model for technology hubs across emerging markets Responsibilities Applicants must be graduate IT professionals with certification and minimum 3 years relevant...

  • Database Administrator at Kenya Airways

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Airways Full time

    Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.SummaryThe candidate will design, configure, implement, support, and maintain enterprise databases,...

  • Oracle Database Administrator IV at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Power Full time

    Kenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 4.8 million customers (as at June 29, The Company's key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission...

  • Oracle Database Administrator III at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Power Full time

    Kenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 4.8 million customers (as at June 29, The Company's key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission...

  • Oracle Database Administrator I at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Power Full time

    Kenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 4.8 million customers (as at June 29, The Company's key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission...

  • Oracle Database Administrator III

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Kenya Power Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYKenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 2.6 million customers (as at April The Company's key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and...

  • Senior ICT Officer Database Administrator at Mount Kenya University

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Kenya Mount Kenya University Full time

    Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. Summary In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is...

  • Assistant Database Administrator at

    3 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Metropol Corporation Ltd Full time

    Metropol was established in Kenya in 1996 as a business Information and credit management company. In 2006 Metropol partnered with GCR to provide credit rating services that enable corporates to raise capital and meet their financing needs.Job Purpose:To manage the performance, security and integrity of Metropol's database infrastructure. You will be...

  • Senior Database Administrator at Metropol Corporation Ltd

    5 days ago

    Nairobi, Kenya Metropol Corporation Ltd Full time

    Metropol was established in Kenya in 1996 as a business Information and credit management company. In 2006 Metropol partnered with GCR to provide credit rating services that enable corporates to raise capital and meet their financing needs. JOB PURPOSE: To manage the performance, security and integrity of Metropol’s database infrastructure. You will be...