Database Administration Officer Job at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

LAPO Microfinance is a pro-poor financial institution committed to the empowerment of low-income Nigerians through creation of access to responsive financial services on a sustainable basis. The institution was founded as a non-profit entity by Mr. Godwin Ehigiamusoe while working as a Rural Co-operative Officer.

LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited exists to address the economic and social subjection of a large number of Nigerians through provision of financial services to micro, small and medium enterprises on affordable terms. LAPO Microfinance Bank provides a range of financial services which enable low-income households enhance their productive capacity; build and consolidate their economic and manage their risks. These products and services include loans, savings, micro-investment and micro-insurance services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Database Administration Officer
Job Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities
Database Installation & Configuration:

• Install, configure, and maintain database software and related tools.
• Deploy database updates, patches, and upgrades.
• Manage database instances and schemas.

Database Monitoring & Performance:

• Monitor database performance and identify potential issues.
• Analyze database logs and performance metrics.
• Implement performance tuning and optimization measures.
• Proactively identify and resolve database bottlenecks.

Database Security & Integrity:

• Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures.
• Manage user access and permissions to databases.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across databases.

Backup & Recovery:

• Implement and manage database backup and recovery procedures.
• Perform database restores as needed.
• Ensure data recoverability in case of disasters.

Data Management:

• Manage database storage and capacity planning.
• Perform data migrations and conversions as needed.
• Ensure data quality and consistency.

Troubleshooting & Support:

• Provide technical support to users and developers on database usage and troubleshooting.
• Resolve database-related issues and escalate complex problems to senior DBAs or vendors.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for databases.
• Generate reports on database performance, usage, and issues.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with developers, system administrators, and other IT staff to ensure smooth database operations.
• Participate in database design reviews and code reviews.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a relevant qualification.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@lapo-nigeria.org and copy: precious.omoruyi-wise@lapo-nigeria.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.