– (Re-advertised)
Area: Tanzania
Application Deadline: Jul 02, 2013
Position Description:
The e-Government Agency (eGA) is established under the Executive Agencies Act,
Cap 245 as a semi-autonomous institution, with the mandate of coordination,
oversight and provision of e-Government initiatives and enforcement of
e-Government standards in the public service. The establishment of eGA is one
among several initiatives by the Government to operationalize the National ICT
Policy (2003).
The establishment of the Agency is the execution of the Cabinet directives to
President’s Office Public Service Management (PO-PSM) in 2004 and the
Presidential Instrument Government Notice No. 494 A of 17/12/2010 that mandated
PO-PSM, to develop an e-Government Policy and ensure its implementation by
establishing an Agency to coordinate, oversee and promote e-Government
initiatives in MDAs and LGAs.
eGA envisions to be recognised as a leading innovative institution, enabling
the use of ICT for improving public service delivery. The mission of the Agency
is to provide an enabling environment to Ministries, Independent Departments,
Agencies (MDAs) and Local Government Authorities (LGAs) through coordination,
oversight and promotion of ICT usage for improvement of service delivery in the
public service. The Agency is committed to uphold five core values namely
integrity, innovation, customer centric, collaboration and best practices.
To achieve its vision and mission, the Agency is determined to create an
environment where MDAs and LGAs can use ICT to increase access and deliver
improved services to government employees, citizens and businesses.
The services to be offered to MDAs and LGAs include systems, applications, shared
infrastructure, standards, guidelines, consultancy, advice and technical
support. MDAs and LGAS will use the above services to improve their internal
management and capacity to offer services to citizens (G2C), businesses (G2B),
and government employees (G2E).
Reports: To the Director Of Central Infrastructure And Operations
Job Purpose:
Managing Network Infrastructure and oversee stable operation of the entire
government network.
Duties and Responsibilities
Head of Government Network Section
To manage government networks oversee the implementation and support of the
technology infrastructure and technology platforms to ensure trouble-free
delivery of day to day activities, direction, and support for all of government
technical infrastructure.
To provide systematic documentation, evaluation and monitoring of current
infrastructure systems.
To facilitate and maintain strategic vendor relations.
To define all infrastructure requirements and projects to include scope,
budget, and timescale.
To oversee all network infrastructures, software applications, licensing,
maintenance and procurement of all engineering network and maintenance of
service and contracts are well managed.
Identify knowledge of emerging technologies that may benefit the government.
Listen, communicate, motivate and encourage effectively to technology staff
members to achieve a high level of quality.
Provide for emergency plans and assistance in the event of equipment failure.
Supervise and manage his/her team to achieve the Agency’s mission.
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by superiors.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Bachelor degree in either Information Technology Computer Engineering /
Electronic Engineering/ Computer science or Telecommunication.
Master’s degree in related field is an added advantage.
Experience with increasingly complex leadership and management responsibilities
in information technology and data Communication environment.
Enterprise level documentation and change management experience Servers and
desktops, Operating Systems, Cisco including wireless and VOIP, Active
Directory, Group Policy, Scripting, web server administration, firewalls, IPS
and security, VPN, Disaster recovery, scripting, SQL, network cabling and
design.
Must have one of the Network/ICT Security related certification like CCNP,
CISM, MCSE, RED HAT, CCTE, CISSP, MCSA, ORACLE or its equivalent.
At least eight (8) years of practical working experience in public or any
private reputable organization.
Key Competences
Outstanding critical thinking and problem solving skills
Advanced planning and organizing
decision-making skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to persuade, influence and lead
Excellent team work and negotiation skills
Adaptability and flexibility.
Remuneration
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary
scale.
The United Republic Of Tanzania
President’s Office
Public Service Recruitment Secretariat
Ref. Na Ea.7/96/01/E/03 18th June, 2013
Vacancies Announcement
On behalf of Capital Development Authority(CDA), Tanzania Industrial Research
and Development Organization (TIRDO), The e-Government Agency (eGA), Marine
Parks and Reserves Authority, Tanzania Investment Centre, Tanzania Food and
Nutrition Centre, Tanzania Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Services
Agency (TEMESA), College of African Wildlife Management – Mweka, Tanzania
Automotive Technology Centre (TATC), National Museum of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam
Institute of Technology (DIT), Institute of Social Work (ISW) and Tanzania Tobacco
Board (TTB) the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat invites qualified
Tanzanians to fill 36 vacant post in the above public institutions.
NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old,
however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having
reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
advertisement.
The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the
subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of which
will make the application invalid.
Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic
certificates:
– Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.2
– Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
– Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
– Computer Certificate
– Professional certificates from respective boards
– One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted
Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV
will necessitate to legal action
Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should
route their application letters through their respective employers.
Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not
apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140
dated 30th November 2010.
Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason
should not apply.
Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable
contacts.
Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU)
Application Instructions:
Dead line for application is 02nd July, 2013 at 3:30 p.m
Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
Women are highly encouraged to apply
Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary
Public Service Recruitment Secretariat,
P. O. Box 63100
Dar es Salaam
OR Katibu
Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika Utumishi wa Umma
S. L. P 63100,
Dar es Salaam.
