SQL Server DBA at Save the Children International

The Opportunity: We are currently looking for a SQL Server DBA to be based in our office in Nairobi, Kenya.

This is a great opportunity for a talented DBA to work in a fast paced and dynamic international environment and join an organisation that’s at the start of implementing its new global strategy and focusing on reaching the most deprived children globally.

In this role you will be responsible for the database performance, back-ups and data security.  You’ll be responsible for overall operational quality and be the SME/ advisor to the wider development and infrastructure teams on all matters related to the SQL server.

There is a large BI development in progress, built on the SQL server stack; this is run by the BI Architects, but you can expect to deputise for them on occasion – particularly in relation to operational issues

To be successful you’ll bring:

• Significant experience of tuning and optimising high throughput workloads in an enterprise grade SQL server systems running on SQL 2008 or later version
• Excellent knowledge of backup and restore capabilities of SQL server
• Strong knowledge of windows operating system and its relation to SQL server
• Experience of communicating technical issues to a multi-cultural, multi-functional audience
• Knowledge of how SQL server BI stack interacts with database engine instances using ETL
• It would be highly desirable if you had knowledge of SQL Server BI and ETL processes (SSAS, SSRS, SSIS)

On a personal level you’ll have exceptional planning and organisational skills, excellent communication skills, a proactive and collaborative approach and strong cultural awareness.

The role offers a competitive package in the context of the sector.

The Organisation: We employ approximately 17,000 people and work on the ground in over 60 countries to help children affected by crises, or those who need better healthcare, education and protection.

We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise children’s rights and ensure their voices are heard.

In 2014 we reached over 55 million children through our and our partners work, and had combined revenues of $US2bn.

To help us achieve our ambitious goals for children, below, we aim to drive global growth to US$2.3bn by 2018

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated