African Union Information Technology Officer (AfCFTA) Jobs in Ghana

African Union Information Technology Officer (AfCFTA) Jobs in Ghana

Purpose of Job

Examines the short- and long-term needs of the AfCFTA Secretariat and utilizes capital to make investments designed to help the AfCFTA Secretariat reach its objectives.

Main Functions

Oversee the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of key hardware, software and peripherals.

Operates at or above the AfCFTA's information technology performance standards

Manage all data center hardware and equipment including DC routers, switches, etc

Ensures secure operation of all servers and services through the use of security and encryption tools

Monitors system logs and activity on all servers

Manages Windows account maintenance, including additions, changes and deletions

Replaces faulty hardware on servers as necessary.

Maintains the integrity of Windows accounts and data on the AfCFTA's file server. Performs recovery if necessary.

Updates software and hardware inventory and documents all changes to either.

Specific Responsibilities

Interact with vendors and subcontractors to secure supported network products and services.

Conduct research on network products, services, protocols and standards in support of procurement and service development efforts

Operates independently to support all servers providing connection services for the entire organization. - Manages DNS, SMTP, DHCP, domain controllers, Active Directory applications, printing, email and web servers; SharePoint servers and FTP services, VMWare services for the AfCFTA Secretariat.

Installs, manages and administers critical databases, which contain confidential corporate information, IP address allocation tables, Ethernet card addresses and other relevant data

Ensures secure operation of all servers and services through the use of security and encryption tools such as SSH, SSL, PGP, IPSec and through comprehensive staff training and documentation.

Meets regularly with other IT operators to evaluate system maintenance and development, prioritize work, and plan future development

Manages Windows security features to protect confidential information while allowing appropriate access

Researches, installs and tests software updates and patches for supported applications and various operating systems in accordance with organizational policy

Develops and maintains service level agreements with various user departments and business units

within the AfCFTA Secretariat.

Works closely with others within the IT function to define metrics that are used to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the service operating environment

Fulfills department requirements for work coverage and administrative notification during periods of staff illness, vacation, or education

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems; Computer Science; Computer Engineering; or other related fields with professional certification and 2 years of relevant experience

Required Skills

Ability to work in a multicultural environment;

Ability to work independently to meet critical and competing deadlines (multi-tasking), to produce high quality work in short timeframes;

Excellent interpersonal/teamwork skills,

Excellent drafting, reporting, communication and presentation skills.

Strong program/project management skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent planning and organizing skills

Ability to liaise with a diverse range of people and stakeholders;

Proficiency in one of the African Union working languages. Proficiency of two or more of the other working language(s) would be an added value.

Applicants must be proficient in one of the African Union working languages (Arabic, English, French, Portuguese or Spanish). Knowledge of one more or several other working languages would be an added advantage.

Leadership Competencies

Strategic Insight..

Developing Others

Change Management

Managing Risk

Core Competencies

Teamwork and Collaboration..

Accountable and Complies with Rules..

Learning Orientation..

Functional Competencies

Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving

Job Knowledge and information sharing

Drive for Results

Continuous Improvement Focus

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; African Union Information Technology Officer (AfCFTA) Jobs in Ghana

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