Ministry of Housing
Port of Spain
Job Description
<b><u>JOB SUMMARY: </u></b><div>The incumbent is required to perform specialized database design, development, implementation, maintenance and support duties for the information systems of a large Ministry/Department. Duties include; ensuring the security, confidentiality, integrity and availability of the databases of the Ministry/Department; providing advice on database technology and products; managing database design and development activities; developing administering, maintaining and supporting database solutions; and supervision of professional, technical and support staff. </div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<ul><li>&nbsp;Designs, develops, tests, corrects and documents database management systems as part of the overall application&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;development and maintenance process in accordance with agreed standards and specifications. <ul></ul></li><li>Designs and applies physical, procedural and technical controls to the databases of the Ministry/Department to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability; and investigates and remedies related security incidents. </li><li>Trains relevant staff to ensure their comprehension of and compliance with governments policies and procedures and established best practices around the use of information; and identifies the risks involved in the use of information. </li><li>Manages the accessibility, retrievability and security of defined databases. </li><li>Contributes to the design of information systems to meet the business needs of the Ministry/Department, consistent with database standards and best practices, and within the constraints of cost, security and efficiency. </li><li>Manages the on-going installation, configuration, upgrade administration, monitoring and maintenance of the databases of the Ministry/Department, including developing and maintaining related procedures and documentation, and optimizing database performance and availability. </li><li>Facilitates the management of the database development and implementation projects, of the Ministry/Department including the identification and mitigation of project risk, ensuring quality in project delivery and managing resources. </li><li>Prepares and delivers learning activities, such as training, to a variety of audiences in areas of technical specialization and responsibility. </li><li>Contributes to the planning execution of system and acceptance testing of new or modified information systems, particularly in areas of technical specialization. </li><li>Contributes to the planning for an implementation of software releases, particularly in areas of technical specialization by undertaking activities such as risk assessment and stakeholder coordination. </li><li>Reviews database development and implementation processes in accordance with agreed quality standards. </li><li>Provides inputs to the service continuity planning process and implements the resulting plans. </li><li>Applies specialist knowledge of database architectures, design, techniques and software to the specification, design and maintenance of databases and repositories which support the Information needs of the Ministry/Department. </li><li>Keeps abreast of developments in database technology, tools and techniques and advises on their relevance and potential value to the Ministry/Department and their application. </li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Key Competencies
<b><u>KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: </u></b><div><b><u>KNOWLEDGE: </u></b></div><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of database technology, and database development, administration and maintenance. </li><li>Knowledge of the principles, tools and techniques required for the management and control of ICT within an organization. </li><li>Knowledge of project management tools and techniques. </li><li>Some knowledge of Public Service processes and procedures. </li></ul><div><b><u><br></u></b></div><div><b><u>SKILLS AND ABILITES</u></b>: </div><ul><li>Ability to supervise professional, technical and support staff. </li><li>Ability to think creatively and to implement database solutions. </li><li>Ability to manage ICT projects. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to promote teamwork and manage conflict. </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues. </li><li>Ability to interact positively with members of the public and external stakeholders. </li></ul><div><b><u><br></u></b></div><div><b><u>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: </u></b></div><div>Minimum five (5) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT, including at least two (2) years experience in the design, development, operation and maintenance of large database management systems. </div><div>Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems Management, Computer Engineering or a related area. </div><div>Relevant certification in database management such as the Certified Data Management Professional, Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional etc. </div><div><b><u>OR </u></b></div><div>Minimum of sever (7) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT including at least four (4) years in the design, development, operation and maintenance of large database management systems. </div><div>Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized Bachelors degree from a recognized institution. </div><div>Certification in the area of ICT from a recognized institution. </div><div><b><u>OR </u></b></div><div>Minimum of (10) years experience at a supervisory level in the area of ICT, in addition to at least five (5) years experience in the design, development operation and maintenance of large database management systems. </div><div>Training as evidenced by the possession of a two-year Diploma/Certificate in the area of ICT from a recognized institution. </div><div><br></div><div> </div><div> </div>