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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER |
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Posted 2019-03-19 03:06:44
John
Snow, Inc.
Supporting an AIDS-Free Era
Job Vacancy
Background
John
Snow, Inc. (JSI) seeks highly qualified and accomplished public health leaders
and providers for the awarded United States Agency for International
Development (USAID)/PEPFAR-funded Supporting an AIDS-Free Era (SAFE) Project in
Zambia. The five-year project which is led by JSI in partnership with Abt
Associates, mothers2mothers, and the Catholic Medical Mission Board, works to
reduce HIV mortality, morbidity and transmission, while improving nutrition
outcomes and family planning integration in three provinces: Central,
Copperbelt, and North-Western. USAID/PEPFAR SAFE will work with the GRZ,
private sector and civil society institutions at the national, provincial, and
district level to increase access to ART for HIV positive adults and children, reduce
the incidence of new infections, improve Nutritional Assessment, Counselling
and Services (NACS) and family planning services, and increase the capacity of
local health institutions to better serve affected populations.
Position
Title: Information Technology Manager
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Lusaka
Reports to: Operations Director
Primary
Responsibilities and Duties
The
IT Manager will work under the guidance and supervision of the Operations
Director. Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the
following IT support for HQ and 3 Provincial offices including:
Administration
and Management:
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Provide
direct supervision for the IT Specialists/Officers, including development of
individual roles and responsibilities, and conducting annual performance
appraisals with supervises.
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Maintain
up-to-date inventory of IT equipment and software including maintenance of a
backup of all software media and licenses.
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Maintain
& monitor a log of backups and ensure that there is appropriate business
continuity & information security, including provision of site back-up
media at agreed schedules.
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Maintain
and monitor the helpdesk system.
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Maintain
and implement a schedule for preventative maintenance of all equipment.
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Coordinate
with vendors on warranty claims.
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Maintain,
track and ensure implementation of service level agreements with vendors.
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Provide
timely updates on systems administration and user support activities to the
Senior Management.
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Supervise
the regular testing of backups and ensure availability of appropriate platform
for systems recovery.
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Maintain
and monitor internet functionality and usage and liaise with ISPs to ensure
restoration of service when there is degradation or downtime.
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Conduct
monthly, quarterly and annual requirements assessments and coordinate with the
Deputy DFO in scheduling procurements.
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Assist
in maintaining, implementation and ensuring compliance with the IT policy and
procedures.
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Support
installation and roll-out of web and computer-based project systems including
SmartCare.
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Maintain
a complete network and infrastructure documentation.
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Perform
other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Applicants
for this position should possess the following
Minimum
qualifications:
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Degree
in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications or
related field from a recognized University with at least 5 years post
qualification work experience and 5 years of experience in implementation of
eHealth Systems in Zambia
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Certifications
in CISCO / Microsoft /CompTIA A+/CompTIA Network+ / Network & Security
Appliances are an added advantage
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Masters
degree in the relevant field an added advantage.
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At
least 7 years of relevant work experience with traceable references.
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At
least 7 years’ experience in IT Systems Administration, Networking and user
support
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At
least 5 years’ experience in database development and management, SQL knowledge
required
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Candidate
should demonstrate ability to guide and mentor IT personnel.
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Candidate
should be pro-active and able to equitably allocate tasks to team members;
monitor and appraise activities on a regular basis.
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S/he
should also be able to provide timely updates on progress of tasks to the
supervisor, project staff and management.
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Strong
client oriented service inclination, project management and exemplary
interpersonal skills.
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Excellent
written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English.
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Strong
initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork.
Desirable
Attributes:
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Experience
in with setup and administration of data servers including disaster recovery
and performance tuning.
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Experience
in setting-up cooperate network infrastructure including configuration of
routers, wireless access-points, deployment and configuration of centralized
antivirus systems.
Mode
of Application:
Send
an application via email to saferecruitment@jsi.com In the subject
line please indicate the position you are applying for; only those applications
that reference the position in the subject line will be reviewed. Your
application should consist of a cover letter and CV with three references and
full addresses and contact information.
Closing
Date: Saturday, 31 March, 2019
Please
note that you do not need to apply if you don’t meet the minimum requirements.
Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be contacted. If you have
not heard from us within 4 weeks after the closing date, kindly assume that
your application was not successful.
John Snow, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace
diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all
qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national
origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or
military status (special disabled veterans or veteran status) in any employment
decisions. M/F/V/D
To apply for this job email your details to saferecruitment@jsi.com