Senior Database Administrator Jobs – Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)

Job Title:   Senior Database Administrator

Organisation: Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Principal IT Officer

 

About Organisation:

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) is established as a Statutory Body under the Uganda Registration Services Bureau Act Cap. 210. The Bureau is a key player in Commercial, Civil and Intellectual Property Rights Registration that facilitate private sector development and vital statistics for national planning.

 

Job Summary: To design, implement, manage and secure databases to ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and manage database software (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, etc.).
• Ensure backup and recovery mechanisms are in place and tested regularly.
• Monitor database performance and perform tuning as needed.
• Set up and manage replication, clustering, and high-availability configurations.
• Develop and enforce database policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain database documentation including architecture, configuration, and change logs.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to optimize database interaction.
• Implement security measures to protect sensitive data.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Database Management, Information Systems or a related field is an added advantage.
• Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft SQL Server Certification, or PostgreSQL are an added advantage.

Work Experience

• At least five (5) years’ experience in database administration, three (3) of which should have been at Officer level in a reputable institution.

Key Competences

Technical

• Database design and optimization
• Backup and recovery
• Performance tuning
• Security and access control

Behavioral

• Analytical skills
• Communication and documentation
• Reliability and accountability
• Problem-solving

 

How to Apply:

ALL applicants who wish to join Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) are encouraged to apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 18^th June 2025