Database Administrator Job at Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

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DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR: KeMU/ADM/IICT/2/9/2025 ; (I) POSITION,
MAIN CAMPUS

Reporting to the Director ICT

Duties and Responsibilities
I. Database Administration and activities of all databases on different platforms like
MsSql and Mysql,
II. Database Performance Management.
III. Developing, managing, testing back-up and recovery plans including archiving and
recovery.
IV. Database security implementation and version upgrade.
V. Databases change & patch management.
VI. Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
VII. Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and
versions when required
VIII. Maintaining and monitoring production (primary and secondary), test and
development databases.
IX. Providing support (assisting / guide, troubleshoot, resolve, coordinating) for
database service availability issues and escalates externally / internally in case
resolution is not possible at their level.
X. Design / development and maintenance of MIS and dashboards for the
consumption of various departments and management team.
XI. Providing Level 2 (L2) support (assistance, troubleshooting, installation,
configurations, guidance, escalations, and coordination) for all databases and data
warehouse as well as escalating and following up unresolved issues.
XII. Providing support to resolve issues as well as the status updating of the issues /
requirements assigned / allocated on Call Logging/Tracking system;
XIII. Executing ICT related business continuity plan (such as Backup testing, restoration
and DR testing);
XIV. Executing DR Fail over related activities in coordination with other relevant teams.
XV. Create and Optimize complex query definitions that allow data to be extracted

Minimum Requirements
I. Bachelor’s degree in IT, Information Systems or Computer Science from a
recognized institution.
II. Proven experience as Database Administrator or relevant position
III. At least 3 years relevant experience in handling Databases (SQL is a must) and
Management Information Systems.
IV. Ability to write reports and/or perform routine calculations with the competence
to explain these verbally.
V. Strong planning and organization skills;
VI. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
VII. Should demonstrate an understanding of the following platforms, databases,
applications and utilities: UNIX / Linux / MS Windows Server, Programming
Languages (any one of Java, C++, JavaScript, PL-SQL, XML) SQL, Oracle
Web Technologies (J2EE, IIS, Apache)
Viii. CISA Certification will be an added advantage

Additional Attributes

Company Name Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

Application Deadline 2025-10-16

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send three (3) copies of their application, accompanied by
detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, National
ID card or passport, and any other relevant testimonials.

1. An electronic copy in PDF format to the Vice Chancellor through email address applications.sept25@kemu.ac.ke
And
2. Three hard copies marked as per the position should be sent to:
The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA

To be received on or before 16th October 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be required to bring the following:
1. Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
2. Higher Education Loans Board;
3. Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
4. Credit Reference Bureau;
5. Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department;
6. Letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from at least three persons familiar with the applicant’s professional experience and general character one of whom must be the pastor of their local church.

All the positions above require individuals who are of high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.
KeMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.