Key responsibilities: • Maintains relatively new SQL environments in CT & JHB involving typical SQL DBA administration functions. • Development of ASP.NET/SQL-based in-house suite of applications encompassing a wide array of envisaged projects. • Develop adhoc solutions against agreed deadlines. • Support in-house developed systems and commercial systems integrated to work with our in-house systems. Not general IT Support. • Interest in and involvement in all areas of the business to introduce efficiencies and facilitate implementation of new systems. • Functions effectively in a team environment. • Work within the IST Business Unit serving all areas of the business.
Company Description TNS Research Surveys is South Africa's largest ad hoc marketing research company. We are a full-house research company undertaking all phases of the research process from designing the study, executing the fieldwork and processing the data, to interpreting and presenting the findings to the client. We undertake both qualitative and quantitative research to provide solutions to any kind of marketing problem.
Requirements Minimum skills and knowledge: • University graduate with relevant tertiary education (3rd year statistics beneficial) • At least 3 years relevant working experience • Proven experience in VB/Visual Studio/ASP.NET/SQL development technologies • Proven experience supporting SQL database environment • Proficiency in Transact-SQL, Word, Excel, SPSS / experience working with a data interrogation package • Strong English language skills • Highly numerate • Strong logical/analytical abilities • Basic commercial skills (cost and time management)
Personal Skills/Attributes • Ability to adhere to strict procedures and routines • Time management skills - deadline driven • Attention to detail • Enthusiasm to learn new systems • Works well under pressure • Ability to work overtime when necessary (and take care of own transport needs when required to work overtime) • Ability to think logically and multi-task • Good interpersonal and communication skills • “Can do” approach • Self-educator/desire to improve on knowledge and skills • Willing to be accountable for work • Displays initiative • Committed to TNS Research Surveys ethics and standards
Details Remuneration: Neg Benefits: Medical Aid, Provident Fund Province: Western Cape City: Cape Town - Newlands Education level: Degree Job level: Mid Type: Permanent Reference #ITSDCT
We are a passionate team of marketers and researchers who cannot rest until we’ve found the answers to unresolved issues. Since 1979, TNS Research Surveys has provided our clients with the highest quality marketing research expertise, coupled with sound marketing insight, and consistently delivered actionable solutions to marketing problems.