The MIS Specialist will oversee the Management Information System of the National targeting Unit. He/she has overall responsibility for the effective and efficient design, development and use of the NTU MIS. He/She will have the support of an MIS team and specialized temporary consultants as needed. The MIS Specialist will work side-by-side with MIS team to insure that the deliverables are timely and in keeping with high quality standards

Key Responsibilities

•   Establish MIS technical standards and ensure adherence.
•   Coordinate the development of functional and technical specifications, and statements of work.
•   Monitor project plans taking  into account time and complexity constraints.
•   Control access permissions and privileges of NTS database users. Ensure accurate feeding of information into the central database, its updating and validation.
•   Prepare standardized data-collection and tools for data updating.
•   Interact with user groups. Identify the needs of users of MIS.
•   Design reporting formats.
•   Identify systems of information flow.
•   Ensure smooth flow of information within and outside the organization.
•   Time management - tracking inputs/reports.
•   Act as interface among sections and management tiers.
•   Identify training needs of staff in MIS jointly with application developer.
•   Organize monthly/periodic meetings to assess performance, maintain minutes and follow-up on the decisions.
•   Interface with the various divisions/units in the organization for information-sharing.
•   Research new technologies, including hardware, software or telecommunication components, to improve efficiency with the information systems operational structure.
•   Assist with creating specifications for system and software upgrades, and with purchasing and leasing of information systems equipment.
•   Supervise the installation of new systems.

Reporting Responsibility
In the discharge of his/her duties, MIS Specialist will report to the NTS Coordinator. He/she will prepare and submit quarterly reports to NTU Coordinator.

Duration of Assignment
The Contract will last for one (1) year initially, but renewable for a second year subject to satisfactory performance. It is anticipated that the position will commence in April 2014.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor's degree with a major in computer science or information systems management.
•   Project Management certification preferred.
•   5+ years' experience in all aspects of Management Information Systems.
•   Strong planning, time management, excellent communication, issues resolution and project management skills.
•   Excellent grip  on Web\Application  and  Database technologies (including MySQL, .NET, Oracle, ASP.Net, JAVA, Web Services).
•   Familiarity with agile development methodologies, building and implementation processes, and application lifecycle management is necessary.
•   Candidates  must have an  understanding of technology including  but not limited to networking, server technology,  web standards and interfaces, Internet technologies & protocols.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested individuals are requested to submit typewritten letters and curriculum vitae (CV) for the positions described above.

THE CHIEF DIRECTOR
MINISTRY OF GENDER, CHILDREN AND SOCIAL PROTECTION
P.O.BOX MBO 186
ACCRA, GHANA

Closing Date: 09 December, 2012

•   Letters should clearly be marked "MoGCSP - NTU Personnel"
•   For further enquiries, contact the MoGCSP or the National Coordinator, GSOP (tel: 0302-770246)