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

Please submit your CV, and application letter via e-mail to: [email protected], clearly indicating the position you are applying for, in the subject section of the email. Please do not attach certificates when applying, these will be requested at a later date from the shortlisted candidates.

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