A reputable organization invites applications for the position of a principal IT Officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day tactical management of IT services provided in the organisation:- Principal IT Officer

Duties/Responsibilities

•   Ensure the security and maintenance of the organisation's information systems
•   Ensure the maintenance and servicing of equipment and systems
•   Co-ordinate the usage of computer facilities.
•   Ensure all IT services and equipment are competitively sourced and within the department's budget
•   Design and develop software for various users or user groups as required
•   Provide assistance in system implementation activities, including certification testing of various software products.
•   Ensure system implementation projects meet technical, timeframe and cost objectives
•   Conduct audits and provide consultation in order to enhance the utilisation and management of computer resources and refine day-to-day operations, including back-up/recovery procedures
•   Enhance computer literacy within the organisation by facilitating relevant training programmes
•   Perform any other function/task as and when assigned by management.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must hold a degree preferably in computer science or systems engineering from a recognised University
•   A post-graduate qualification is desirable
•   Must have not less than 7 years post-qualification relevant working experience.

Required Skills

•   Strong IT Technical and service delivery skills
•   Strong presentation skills
•   Effective personal and time management
•   Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with internall and external clients
•   Demonstrate high standards of integrity and ethics
•   Excellent communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
•   Good planning, analytical and problem solving skills
•   Proficiency in MS Office package especially, Word, Excel and powerpoint

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified and interested applicants should submit their applications, curriculum vitae and photocopies of all relevant academic/professional certificates together with the names and addresses of three (3) referees via email to:

infomis16@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 03 June, 2016