Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 03, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) was established by an Act of Parliament, Chapter 469 of the laws of Kenya, which became effective on 1st July 1995. The Authority is charged with the responsibility of collecting revenue on behalf of the Government of Kenya. A Board of Directors, consisting of both public and private sector experts, makes policy decisions to be implemented by KRA Management. The Chairman of the Board is appointed by the President of the Republic of Kenya. The Chief Executive of the Authority is the Commissioner General who is appointed by the Minister for Finance. PURPOSE OF KRA Assessment, Collection, Administration and Enforcement of laws relating to revenue.
Job Summary:
This role is responsible for installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of databases .

Key Responsibilities:
• Undertakes planning for database installations.
• Installs, deploys and configures database setups and software platforms
• Monitors database systems performance and address potential issues to ensure services are available
• Carries out database changes and updates during deployments of application releases
• Performs backups and recovery of data in case of incidents
• Implements relevant updates and patches and service packs on databases from time to time
• Implements procedures that will sustain database security
• Ensures optimal utilization of the system resources
• Executes all database system level changes (e.g., initialization parameters)
• Maintains documentation for all database instance parameters and system settings
• Maintains consistent database parameters and system settings across all like instances according to the approved development-to-quality assurance - to-production life cycle
• Executes database data definitions for applications and developer schemas
• Administers appropriate database management tools across all database instances
• Performs appropriate database sizing activities and interface with Third Parties as required
• Provides technical assistance and subject matter expertise to applications developers and Third Party vendor support


Skills Required:
• Ability to manage enterprise databases on RDBMS like Oracle, Postgress, MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Demonstrate ability to diagnose and performance tune databases for optimal performance
• Experience in Programming/scripting languages such as SQL, PL/SQL
• Ability to install and configure Linux/ Windows installations,
Key Competencies
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Ability to interact confidently with users to establish what the problem is and explain the solution
• Be proactive with good analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to manage a team
• A Team player
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Ability to prioritize competing work commitments and deliver on time
• Passion for innovation and creativity
• High levels of integrity
• Ability to work under minimum supervision

Academic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications or any other IT related field.
Professional Qualifications
Required Certification
• Certification in Database administration (Oracle & Postgres)
• Red Hat/Unix/Linux Certified Systems Administrator/Microsoft Certified Engineer
The following certifications will be an added advantage:
• COBIT 5
• ITIL
• PRINCE2
• Web Application Servers i.e. Tomcat and JBOSS, Web Logic
• Have at least three years (3) years hands-on experience in RDBMS installation, tuning and troubleshooting in a busy environment.
• Have at least three (3) years working experience in Unix and Windows operating systems in a busy environment

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Registration:
Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login  and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process.
After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration.
Log on:
• After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login
• Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account.
• After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’.
Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail):
• On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’.
• Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile.
• Follow the instructions to complete your profile.
• The process will end by clicking the tab “Overview and Release”.
• Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile.
Application process:
• To view the open job postings, click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page.
• Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies.
• Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position.
• To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page.
• Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application.
• Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed.
• To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’.
In case of any challenges, please send your email query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke 

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