Database Officer
We are currently listing the Consultancy for Database Officer at Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) based in Blantyre, Malawi. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date on April 28, 2026. Review the detailed requirements and application guidelines provided below to ensure your submission is complete. Please ensure to mention you found this opportunity on NyasaJobs.com website when submitting your CV and application to the employer or when making online applications for organizations.
Title: Database Officer-Grade D3
Organisational Unit: Commissioner General
Reporting To: Systems Administration Manager
Closing Date: 28 April 2026
The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), an organization entrusted with the assessment, collection, and accounting for tax revenues for the Malawi Government is inviting applications from versatile and suitably qualified candidates to fill the above vacant position in the ICT.
Overall Objective
Managing databases of system and ensure the databases are available for application system
Main Responsibilities
- Backing up all databases
- Inspecting all backups kept off site
- Creating and maintains user profiles in databases
- Reviewing and Manage Database Audit logs
- Performing all security checks on the databases
- Responsible for managing Database Operations
- Assisting in database design, creation of new databases, management of existing ones and maintenance of database documentation.
- Proactive Monitoring Database Availability and Database Server Resources
- Maintaining database system scheduled task
- Proactive Monitoring of database performance and query throughput
- Assisting in installing, updating and upgrading database software and database performance optimization.
- Monitoring and Managing Backups using RMAN, SSMS and Acronis Backup Solution.
- Responsible for supporting user daily operations
- Resolving and close all database issues as per SLA
- Creating /Maintaining Application user Accounts in Asycuda World, SAP and Msonkho Online as per SLA
- Maintaining database performance
- Managing corrupt data and Database Recovery
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or any ICT related fields
- Professional certification in database e.g. Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) is an added advantage
- At least two (2) years’ experience working with database management systems
Attributes and Competencies
- Excellent Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective Planning and organizing skills
- Good Interpersonal skills
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to manage time
Successful candidates before being appointed will undergo an extensive background check of their integrity. Only when the vetting exercise is favourable shall the Authority make the appointment.
Closing date for receiving applications is Tuesday 28 April 2026