Website Administrator
Tasks & duties
Website administrators may do some or all of the following:
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plan processes to create and maintain websites
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decide on the content that will appear on the website and how it will be structured
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set up and maintain web servers and websites
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install operating systems and software
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co-ordinate and manage people involved in putting together and maintaining websites
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write and edit content
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run and maintain databases
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monitor the capacity of websites
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review the performance of websites and website content
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write reports and analyse website user statistics
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fix problems if they occur
Skills & knowledge
Website administrators need to have:
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knowledge of computer software including databases and operating systems
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understanding of the roles different people play in the process of putting together a website
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knowledge of how to set up a computer and a server
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knowledge of the Internet, including website layout, HTML and other web development languages
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problem-solving skills
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project management skills
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mathematical skills
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writing skills if they are responsible for content
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good communication and relationship management skills
Entry requirements
To become a website administrator a degree in computer sciences or a related field is useful. Courses in computing, marketing and communications may also be useful.
Secondary education
A tertiary entrance qualification is needed to enter tertiary training, and useful subjects include English, maths, computer studies and design.
Training on the job
Website administrators can gain many skills on the job and through attending courses and seminars.
Useful experience
Experience using computers and the Internet is vital for website administrators. Work in publishing, website design, software development, systems administration and project management may also be useful.
Related courses
Data Structures
Security Science
For more information, please refer to Career Services.
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