ICT Officer – Database Administration at Zambia Revenue Authority
- Company: Zambia Revenue Authority
- Location: Zambia
- State: Lusaka
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Administrative/Secretarial Jobs in Zambia
Job Description
In line with our corporate priorities aimed at ensuring optimization of revenue collection and increased tax compliance on one hand and the need to effectively manage the numerous challenges and opportunities in the fast-changing business environment on the other, we are seeking highly motivated, result-oriented, well-qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacant positions under Human Resource Department:
6.0 ICT OFFICER – DATABASE ADMINISTRATION, SALARY GRADE ZRA06 (1 POSITION)
INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY FUNCTION
A. PURPOSE
Accountable for planning, designing, and managing enterprise database structures, for optimal performance, security, and scalability for mission-critical systems. Leads the identification and resolution of complex data corruption issues while implementing comprehensive data storage, backup, and archival solutions. Oversees standby and disaster recovery databases, ensuring high availability and alignment with business continuity goals. Reports directly to the Senior ICT Officer – Business Continuity Management, providing regular updates and ensuring alignment with business continuity strategies.
B. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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Grade 12 School Certificate or General Certificate Education (GCE) or Equivalent with five (5) Credits or better;
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent qualification;
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At least two (2) years of experience in Oracle database administration or expertise in MSSQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL;
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Proficient in Oracle database backup and recovery, Linux administration, and shell/batch scripting. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2016 and above, and backup solutions like Veritas NetBackup;
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Expertise in ensuring high availability and implementing disaster recovery solutions for Oracle databases; and
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Must be a valid member of ICTAZ with a 2025 Practicing License.
Instructions to Candidates:
Only candidates meeting the above role specifications and competencies should apply.
Candidates should send their Application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae with details of current residence, contact phone numbers/email address, three (3) traceable referees with their contact numbers and email addresses.
Please scan and submit all relevant consolidated documents in a single file which should clearly indicate your full name and position applied for.
Only relevant copies of your professional qualifications should be attached to the application and consolidated in a single file.
Method of Application
Applications should reach the undersigned not later than Monday, 10th November, 2025 using the following email address: [email protected]
The Authority is an equal employer and candidates are expected to demonstrate Integrity when participating in the recruitment process.
Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and candidates should not apply for more than two (2) positions.
The Director Human Resource
Zambia Revenue Authority
P.O. BOX 35710
LUSAKA

