IT OFFICER

IT OFFICER

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Create user solutions for the automation of OPHID environment and maintenance of OPHID ICT infrastructure

DUTIES

• Design, develop and implement new software applications and interfaces using java, .Net and C#
• Prepare and customize program specifications and develop coding logic flow charts
• Design and develop systems integration solutions
• Design and develop report outputs as specified by users
• Participate in all phases of systems development projects
• Maintain existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects
• Install and maintain operating systems, database and applications

• Create and maintain application databases on SQL Server and Oracle
• Install and configure wireless networking equipment
• Install, configure, upgrade hardware and software for all OPHID computers, laptops and
• peripheral equipment
• Provided consultation to clients on applications, hardware troubleshooting, software and networking issues
• Set up and maintain LAN and wireless routers systems for clients
• Administer network and data security, including directory, group policy, firewalls, antivirus, email security, etc.

• Provide for the implementation, configuration, deployment and support of systems, including, but not limited to client computing devices, mobile devices and servers
• Provide platforms and specialized applications program software to create, analyse, report, convert, or transfer data
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
• Support applications such as MS Exchange, Office Suite and data mining (SPSS,OBIEE,STATA)
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes of planning, organizing, and scheduling work

• Perform hardware and systems preventive and corrective maintenance
• Patch and update operating system, database and application platform
• Ensures that vendors adhere to contractual agreements
• Writes system user manual and documentations
• Identify training needs of system users
• Provide training to new employees and other training sessions as required

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field required
• Industry certifications and memberships a plus

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Expert in antivirus, firewall and anti-malware software’s regulation
• Skilled in inter and intra-systems collective network maintenance
• Expert in operational acceptance testing with new systems
• Ability to maintain server infrastructure
• Exceptionally skilled in software related troubleshooting
• Excellent IT, communication, leadership and management skills
• Ability to fill multiple roles simultaneously
• Proven track record of maintaining IT structural integrity

TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS

• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux
• Languages: Java, C++, Javascript, .Net
• Malware detection and deletion
• MS Server infrastructure
• Application procedures

OPHID and its Consortium partners are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, political affiliation, religion, tribe, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, health status (including HIV status) or age.

During the application process, OPHID will not charge any fee nor will it require any payment to be made for any application to be considered. Canvassing for or by any candidate will lead to disqualification.

Due Date: Friday, September 21, 2018