Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job DescriptionThe Database Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Databases. The Database Administrator carries out responsibilities in some or all of the following technical areas: Installation, configuration and upgrade of database systems. Creating, and maintaining of all databases required for Production, Disaster Recovery, development and testing usage, Performance tuning and optimization of database systems, Plans and implements backup and recovery of databases in collaboration with IT Data Processing Team, Setup, and maintenance of online replication of data from Production to Disaster Recovery (DR) and Data Reservoir environments, Monitoring and Maintenance of Database Systems. Performing in conjunction with system administrators, the capacity planning required in creating and maintaining the various databases for the use of the Bank. Performs failover and switchover of databases as required for disaster recovery purposes.
- Revenue Generation and Cost Reduction.
- Establish a control framework that guarantees visibility and reliability of our franchise.
- Implement efficient and timely projects and changes to support key business objectives.
- Achieve a minimum annual Business Survey (i.e ISS) rating of 8 out of 10.
- Ensure not more than 5 significant incidents occur every week.
- Achieve an IT User Survey score of 7 out of 10.
- Ensure closure time within 90% of agreed SLA for significant and general complaints.
- Emergency changes should not exceed 10% of total changes.
- Successful DR exercises.
- BSc IT, Computer Sciences or related field.
- Professional Certification such as OCP, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner can be an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 5-year post qualification experience in a similar or related position.
- Experience in IT technical support in an infrastructure environment in providing support for technical problems experienced by users or systems including maintenance and upgrades, incident resolution.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Challenging Ideas
- Developing Expertise
- Embracing Change
- Empowering Individuals
- Examining Information
Technical Competencies:
- Application Knowledge for Support
- Incident and Problem Management
- Infrastructure and Platforms Support
- IT Applications
- IT Programme Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Service Management Processes
Skills Required
- BSc in IT, Computer Science or related field
- Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in a similar or related position
- Experience in IT technical support within an infrastructure environment (maintenance, upgrades, incident resolution)
- Experience with installation, configuration, upgrade, performance tuning, backup & recovery and replication of database systems
- Professional certifications such as OCP, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Standard Bank Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options span vacation, study, parental, compassionate/family responsibility, sick/short‑term incapacity, sabbatical, recognition and optional unpaid leave, subject to country practices. This breadth provides flexibility to manage family, study, health, and rest needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Core protection includes medical cover and death/incapacity insurance, with many markets offering permanent health insurance and optional life/funeral or gap‑cover add‑ons. Wellness and counselling programs further strengthen day‑to‑day health support.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Formal remuneration materials emphasize equal pay for work of equal value, structured market alignment, and pay‑equity analyses alongside clawback/forfeiture provisions. This governance signals predictable, fairness‑oriented pay practices.
Standard Bank Group Insights
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa. With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.
