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Job Vacancy For Deputy Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), IT Services At University of Ghana

Posted on: February 6th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{University of Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

The University of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Deputy Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), IT Services, in the University of Ghana Computing Systems (UGCS).

POSITION
Deputy Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), IT Services.

REPORTING TO
Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO),UGCS

JOB SUMMARY
The IT Services Division provides core Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services and support to the Academic, Administration and Student groups of UG. The Deputy CITO (IT Services) reports to the CITO and plays the role of ensuring successful execution and maintenance of the University of Ghana’s (UG) business mission of an educational provider through the development, deployment and use of appropriate IT services.

The Deputy CITO (IT Services) works with the UGCS team and external partners to ensure the efficient provision of IT Services. The job requires envisioning the university’s service offerings – education, research, and administration – as a business model driven by IT Services.

The Deputy CITO (IT Services) oversees the following units:

•   Academic Computing
•   Administrative Computing
•   IT Services Engineering

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The key responsibilities of the Deputy CITO, IT Services include, among others, to:

•   Define and implement policies, standards and procedures for use of applications in teaching, learning, research and administration.
•   Build and manage the application and systems in a high-quality, maintainable, and scalable fashion.
•   In conjunction with team leaders, is responsible for managing technology vendor relationships in a manner that ensures cost-effective and timely procurement of hardware, software, and services.
•   Ensures IT Services team has clear goals and direction and a culture of service excellence.
•   Evaluate cost/benefit of improvement opportunities and set development priorities.
•   Develop and lead project teams focused on redesigning core applications, systems, and work processes.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and their appropriate applications and potential impact on teaching, learning, research and administration.
•   Facilitate the provision of electronic library resources, institutional repository etc.
•   Perform other duties as required in support of the IT functions or assigned by the CITO.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum education- A master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT Management or a related field.
•   10-12 years’ experience working in the IT industry and a minimum of six (6) years progressive management experience overseeing and leading software product development teams and strategic initiatives.
•   Experience in managing an IT division within a large organization in the public or private sector.
•   In-depth knowledge of multiple complex business application software packages.
•   Develop knowledge in progressive web communication technologies.
•   Experience in managing external vendor relationships.
•   A broad knowledge of trends and future directions of IT and its application in higher education.
•   Excellent understanding of project management principles.
•   Ability to communicate concepts and processes clearly and effectively in oral and written form.
•   Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
•   Ability to determine resources requirements, develop an annual financial budget sufficient to cover the cost of administration, training, technical support, supervision, procurement, system upgrades and replacement.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

An applicant is required to submit the complete application pack to

the Registrar,
University of Ghana,
P. O. Box LG25,
Legon, Accra,
Ghana

or registrar@ug.edu.gh (Soft copy).

The application pack should contain the following:

•   Completed application form for Senior Administrative and Professional Positions (Form 1C) to be downloaded from the University’s website at: www.ug.edu.gh/hrodd
•   An up to date Curriculum Vitae.
•   A document of up to five pages indicating how the candidate would use the position to advance the strategic objectives of the University.

Closing Date: 21 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For IT Specialist At IEA Ghana

Posted on: February 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{IEA Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

A Leading Research Organization in Ghana is seeking an Information Technology Specialist to consolidate and advance its flagship status in Ghana and the West African sub region. The candidate will be required to enhance the visibility of the organization via social media and the internet.

Qualification Required & Experience

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

•   A degree in Computer Science or other related discipline
•   A minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in information technology
•   Extensive knowledge in designing and developing websites, graphics and integrative multimedia
•   The ability to upload, troubleshoot and manage information on websites
•   A solid understanding of Graphical User Interface
•   Competency and hands on experience in managing servers in Microsoft Windows Domain
•   Ability to investigate and solve computer software problems
•   Excellent knowledge of all Microsoft Office Programs
•   The ability to troubleshoot and solve network connectivity and performance issues

Remuneration:- Attractive salary commensurate with experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter by:-

applications@ieagh.org

Closing Date: 21 February, 2014

Job Vacancy For IT Service Manager

Posted on: February 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

Our client is an efficient leading provider of IT Services & Hardware Infrastructure solutions for medium and large scale private and public institutions. The company is seeking experienced Managers to join its team in the following position.

Position: IT Service Manager (ref-FITSM)

This position report to the Technical Manager with a key job purpose of managing engineers ad technicians, ensuring continuous operation of client service and conformance to quality standards

Qualification Required & Experience

•   B.S.c Degree in Computer Science or BA in Business Administration or equivalent
•   Microsoft Certified systems Engineer (MSCE), CCNA or similar certification
•   Minimum 3 years experience working in a similar role
•   ITIL Certification or Training would be an advantage
•   Project Management Training or certification would be an advantage
•   Experience with help desk systems and Asset Management Systems
•   Very good written and oral communication skills
•   Excellent interpersonal skills
•   Exceptional service orientation

Work Conditions

•   On-call availability and periodic overtime
•   Sitting for extended periods of time
•   Traveling to client locations within and outside Ghana
•   Good report writing skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send applications as an attachment by email quoting job reference number as the email subject to:-

delinewjobs@yahoo.com

By post to:-

The Recruiting Manager,
Delin HR Consult
P.O.Box PMB 4,
TUC Post Office Accra

Closing Date: 18 February, 2014

Job Vacancy For Technical Manager

Posted on: February 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

Position: Technical Manager (ref-FTM)

The Technical Manager’s role is to assist the Chief Technology Officer to align technology vision with business strategy by integrating company processes with the appropriate technologies. This individual is in charge of a team of engineers that maintains existing client enterprise systems, while providing direction in all technology related issues in support of the company’s operations and core values.

Responsibilities & Position Requirements

•   Participate as a member of the senior management team in governance processes of the company’s architecture, telecommunications, networks, programming, media and desktops
•   Lead strategic technological planning to achieve business goals by prioritizing technology initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment and management of current and future technologies
•   Collaborate with the appropriate departments to develop and maintain a technology plan that supports organizational needs
•   Develop and communicate business / technology alignment plans to executive team, staff, partners, customers and stakeholders
•   Develop business case justifications and cost / benefits analyses for technology initiatives and projects
•   Define requirement for new technology service implementations and communicate them to management
•   Approve, prioritize and control projects as they relate to the bidding, planning, and installation of major information systems and enterprise level solutions.

Operational Management

•   Analyze and improve upon technology standards across the company to maintain a technological and competitive edge within the market
•   Creatively and independently provide resolution to technical problems in a cost-effective manner
•   Ensure continuous delivery of technical services through oversight of service level agreements and service requests
•   Ensures that the company’s helpdesk systems is well maintained and kept up to date

Qualification Required & Experience

• University degree in the field of Computer Science or Business Administration. A Masters qualification in any one these fields shall be an added advantage
• Project Management Certification e.g. PMP, PRINCE 2 would be preferred

Knowledge & Experience Requirement

•   7 years experience working in the ICT industry with at least 3 years of it in managing and/or directing technological operations
•   Experience in strategic technology planning, execution and policy development
•   Excellent knowledge of technology environments, including telecommunications, networks, servers, storage and virtualization technologies
•   Solid understanding of computer systems characteristics, features and integration capabilities
•   Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, power solutions, security and identity management
•   Technical experience with systems networking, databases, Web development, and user support
•   Exposure to business theory, business processes, management, budgeting and business office operations
•   Excellent understanding of project management principles
•   Proven experience in planning, organisation and development
•   Demonstrated ability to apply technology solutions to business problems

Personal Attributes

•   Proven Leadership ability
•   Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously
•   Excellent written and oral communication skills
•   Excellent interpersonal skills
•   Strong tactical skills
•   Keen attention to detail

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send applications as an attachment by email quoting job reference number as the email subject to:-

delinewjobs@yahoo.com

By post to:-

The Recruiting Manager,
Delin HR Consult
P.O.Box PMB 4,
TUC Post Office Accra

Closing Date: 18 February, 2014

Job Vacancy For GPS Surveyor At Masara N’Arkizi Farmers Association (Tamale)

Posted on: January 27th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Masara N’Arkizi Farmers Association,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

Masara N’ Arziki Farmers Association is a farmers association and is active in the Northern sector of Ghana with it secretariat in Tamale. At the moment Masara has over 10,000 members with over 52,000 acres and the association is providing several services to its members including provision of agro inputs on credit, extension services, and buying of maize for at a guaranteed price. Masara is managed by professional staff and an elected Executive Council.

Masara is looking to employ the following under listed employees:- GPS Surveyor

Job Sumamry

Masara N’Arziki has more than 50.000 acres under cultivation. In the process of increasing IT applications in the field, GPS mapping becomes more and more important. The GPS Surveyor would be responsible for training field officers on the use of GPS hand devices for mapping. Next to this, she/he will be responsible for setting up and integrating GPS in all major processes. She/he will report to the operations manager.

Skills required

•   Proven experience in Mapping and Plotting
•   Proven IT Literate
•   Ability to use GPS tracking devices software’s, ArcView – GIS
•   Train employees on the use of GPS device for mapping of fields

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least a ceritifate or diploma holder in the social sciences, computer science or any related course
•   3 – 5 years experience in any GPS tracking software and general IT
•   Ability to communicate effectively, time management and interpersonal skills
•   At least 5 years working experience
•   Young and dynamic with high level of initiative and enthusiasm

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their application letters and curriculum vitae of maximum 3 pages to the email address below:-

masara@masaranarziki.com

Closing Date: 31 January, 2014

Job Vacancy For IT / MIS Officer At Fidelity Bank Limited

Posted on: January 24th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Fidelity Bank Limited,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

Fidelity Bank is now among the top banks within Ghana, with 50 branches countrywide and still expanding. Our commitment is the same in every segment we operate in – to exceed our customers’ expectations and ensure they achieve their set goals and objectives. As such, our people are specially selected to promote a customer-centric culture. Each of us is passionate about the customers we serve and so we put the customer at the heart of everything we do. If you believe with us, we invite you to join our dynamic team in the following role(s).

IT/MIS Officer reporting to Head of Performance Management, Finance

Job Purpose & Functions

•   To provide technical support to Finance by designing, automating and generating various performance management reports for all strategic business units and Account Officers from the core banking application platform using query languages.
•   Respond to data requests from Finance and other Business units.
•   Design and automate an MIS platform for performance measurement and management.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A recognized University Degree in Information Systems/Technology or related.
•   SQL Certification.
•   Knowledge of Flexcube preferable.
•   Knowledge of Business Objects/BIP reporting system an added advantage.
•   Knowledge and appreciation of the Banking /Financial industry would be an advantage.
•   Keen application and use of MIS tools.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years work experience preferably in a Financial Institution.

Skills

•   Excellent analytical skills.
•   Ability to work under pressure.
•   Must be team player.
•   Good presentation skills
•   Ability to work outside business hours.
•   Good communication skills.
•   Willingness and ability to learn and develop.
•   Fast learner.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Apply with CV to careers@myfidelitybank.net with MIS Officer in the subject line.

Closing Date: 07 February, 2014

Job Vacancy For Information Technology Officer

Posted on: January 23rd, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

To support expansion of its activities a reputable company is seeking to recruit an IT officer (Hardware and Applications). The successful candidate shall undertake operational responsibilities.

Purpose of Job
The IT officer shall provide technical support in maintaining the computer networks/systems, hardware, software and database of large organizations – ensuring that they run smoothly. S/he shall provide technical support and advice to computer users.

Reporting to the Head, IT, the IT officer shall perform among others the following key duties and responsibilities:

•   Daily backups of all data sources;
•   Support service of all units with service level agreement;
•   Liaising with Corenett to ensure smooth running of the mobile collection platform, Madiba;
•   Regular update of antivirus
•   Regular servicing of IT equipments
•   Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, scanners and more
•   Planning and undertaking scheduled maintenance upgrades
•   Talking to clients and computer users to determine the nature of problems
•   Responding to breakdowns
•   Investigating, diagnosing and solving computer software and hardware faults
•   Ensuring systems security and database integrity
•   Repairing equipment and replacing parts
•   Supervising junior engineering and technical staff
•   Agreeing call-out timescales
•   Obtaining replacement for special components, fixtures or fittings
•   Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation
•   Checking computer equipment for electrical safety
•   Maintaining records of software licences
•   Managing stocks of equipment, consumables and other supplies
•   Keeping accurate documentation of systems implementation, troubleshooting and steps towards restoration
•   Shift and on-call work may be required, particularly where computing equipment is in continual 24/7/365 operation.

Qualification Required & Experience

Interested candidates must have minimum relevant qualifications:

•   A degree is not always necessary, though graduates (particularly those with relevant qualifications) may be preferred.
•   Microsoft Certified Software Engineer (MCSE) qualification can be beneficial.
•   Previous work experience of at least 3 years in similar positions but particularly having been involved with customers and/or the general public shall be an advantage.
•   Consideration shall be given to individuals with good organizational skills, interpersonal skills, ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel, excellent communication skills, tolerant and meticulous person, logical thinker and ability to manage pressure.
•   Fluency in spoken and written English is necessary.

Technical skills

•   Competency with managing client and server devices in a Microsoft Windows domain, utilizing at minimum these tools: MS Active Directory, MS Group Policy, MS File Services, MS Print Services, WSUS (Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2 and above)
•   Good understanding of MS SQL Server 2008
•   Solid experience in MS Office package
•   Solid experience in MS-ISA 2006 or TMG Forefront 2010
•   Good understanding of Terminal Services, remote support via VNC, Teamviewer, logMein
•   Good understanding and practical deployment experience of Client Mobile messaging devices including Blackberry, iPhone, Android handhelds and Tablets
•   Good understanding of WLAN, voice over IP and IP-PBX appliances
•   Experience with VMWare ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V and similar server virtualization platforms
•   Strong knowledge of data networking, routers, proxy servers, wired and wireless
•   Skills with VPN client deployment and troubleshooting
•   Intermediate level Linux system administration, Visual-Basic (.Net) and web technology skills is an advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants are invited to submit via email comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with a cover letter and names/contact details of three referees to:

itrecruitments2014@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 January, 2014

Applications will be assessed against the required skills, experience and aptitudes set out above.

Job Vacancy For Software Development Manager At Teledata ICT Ltd

Posted on: January 16th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Teledata ICT Ltd,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jan-2014};

We are one of the major players and a leader in the Internet Service Providing (ISP) industry in Ghana. Our main office is based in Accra. Our services range from Broadband Internet Access, IP VPN, Wide Area Network connectivity, and VOIP solution. Our clientele ranges from big, medium to small-scale business and organizations as well as private individuals across the country.

As a result of growth, expansion of our business operations and desire to provide timely and best quality service to our nationwide customers, we are looking for experienced individuals for Software Development Manager (managerial position)

Software Development Manager will serve as a member of management team, and will provide direction, coordination and supervision for software development activities of the company. In addition, he/she will supervise immediate subordinates to ensure that time, quality and other set standards, including discipline are adhered to; and to implement performance management systems in the department.

Qualified candidates for this position will possess a minimum of first degree in Computer Science and Professional Certification in Software Development. He/she should possess managerial experience, including demonstrated skill in people management – ability to manage performance and to hold people accountable for achieving result

Qualification Required and Experience

Essential requirements for the position:

•   A minimum of 5 years hands-on experience software development
•   A minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in the application of VB.NET, C#, NET Framework, ASP. NET, MVC, MS.SQL Server, XML/XML/XSLT, JSON, ADON. NET, JAVA, Web servers (IIS, Apache)
•   A minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in the application of Visual Studio 2008 and above, and MS SQL Server 2008 Programming and Administration

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

In return for your contribution, we offer a competitive remuneration. If you meet the qualifications and our opportunity is attracted to you, please forward your curriculum vitae to the email address to:-

software@teledataict.com

Closing Date: 29 January, 2014

Job Vacancy For Computer / Photocopier Technician At House Party Computers

Posted on: January 16th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{House Party Computers,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jan-2014};

Servicing and maintenance of copiers , printers and computers on site and at various locations in Ghana.

Qualification Required and Experience

Honesty, commitment, hard work and good attitude needed to succeed on the Job.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

send CV to:

gkisseh@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 29 January, 2014

Job Vacancy For Software / Web Developer

Posted on: January 16th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jan-2014};

A reputable firm is looking to recruit an agile I.T professional whose specialties are in the area of software/web application development with the use of various web technologies, to join our team of developers.

Interested applicants should possess vast and practical knowledge in:

•   PHP
•   CSS
•   HTML
•   javaScript / jQuery
•   MySQL

Qualification Required and Experience

•   BSc. Degree in I.T, Computer Science and/or related fields.
•   Candidate should be a team player
•   Work experience would be an advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates/applicants should forward their CV/Resume to:

ceo.erick@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 13 February, 2014

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