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Cloud Database Administrator (Cloud DBA) NGO Job. IT Jobs In Kenya
Job Purpose:
The Cloud Database Administrator (Cloud DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of cloud-based databases across global systems. This role supports both operational and strategic initiatives, ensuring that database services are scalable, resilient, and optimized to support humanitarian and development programs worldwide.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support, guidance, and collaboration to field office IT staff across all regions to ensure consistent service delivery and alignment with global standards.
- Manage and maintain cloud-based databases (e.g., Azure SQL, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, MySQL) across production and non-production environments.
- Implement and monitor backup, high availability, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Optimize database performance through indexing, tuning, and automation.
- Ensure database security and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with developers, architects, and infrastructure teams to support application performance and scalability.
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for consistent and automated database deployments.
- Conduct proactive monitoring and capacity planning using ITOM tools.
- Work collaboratively within Agile teams, embracing iterative delivery, continuous improvement, and adaptive planning as part of the organization’s new ways of working.
Knowledge/Qualifications for the Role:
- Bachelor’s degree in programming/systems, computer science, information systems, or mathematics, specialized training, certification or equivalent work experience.
- Has a broad level of understanding surrounding information systems and application and/or web standards.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Terraform and Azure DevOps. Familiarity with GitHub Actions, Ansible, or scripting tools such as PowerShell or Python is highly desirable.
- Security-first mindset is essential in all aspects of cloud infrastructure and operations.
- Strong understanding of IT Operations Management (ITOM) and database observability.
- Experience with public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and cloud-native database services.
- Problem-solving skills with a value-driven mindset, focusing on service optimization and reliability.
- Customer-centric approach—understanding how database performance impacts end-user experience and business outcomes.
- Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform, Python) for DevOps integration.
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