Information Technology Specialist (Ref: IT)

Location: Namibia

Main Purpose of the Job:
To plan, implement, manage, administer and control SACU`s Information Technology requirements with regard to hardware, software, management information and data management requirements.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
* Develop and recommend appropriate, effective and efficient information technology solutions to meet the Secretariat`s needs.
* Research on supplier solutions, identifying suitable suppliers and making recommendations on best fit suppliers for the Secretariat.
* Coordinate approval of supplier agreements, contracts and service agreements in consultation with the relevant assigned Information Technology and Legal Project Team.
* Manage the Secretariat`s IT assets, and providing user support and training Develop, coordinate and control the IT policies, procedures and practices.
* Effectively manage staff within portfolio in accordance to SACU Human Resources management policies.
* Undertake any other duties as requested from time to time by the Director Corporate Services.


Job Specification
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications Required:

* Msc. Computer Science or equivalent degree. Microsoft Certified Engineering qualification would be an added advantage.

Relevant Work Experience and competencies required:
* Minimum 8 years relevant experience.
* Proven track record in working with Microsoft Software and Server platform and relevant ERP system project management implementation and management experience.
* Proven record in the management and administration of the above job requirements in a multilateral organisation.
* Experience in development and implementation of IT polices.
* Excellent inter personal skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and for extended hours.
* High degree of proactivity and initiative.
* Experience in multi-tasking and trouble shooting.
Applications must be accompanied by a detailed CV, e-mail and telephone contact details, certified copies of ID, educational qualifications and at least 3 contactable references. 


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Applications must be submitted to:
Human Resources Manager
SACU Secretariat
Private Bag 13285
Windhoek, Namibia.
Fax: +264 61 245 611 or +264 61 279 864 / email: applications@sacu.int
Closing date: 10th July 2015
Source: www.sacu.int,
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