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Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Officer Non-profit Careers – Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Organization: Catholic
Relief Services (CRS)
Relief Services (CRS)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Head of Office
About US:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international non-profit
organization which implements the commitment of the Bishops of the United
States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at
the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and
as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values
and our commitment to serving those in need.
organization which implements the commitment of the Bishops of the United
States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at
the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and
as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values
and our commitment to serving those in need.
Job Summary: The Information,
Communications and Technology (ICT) Officer will coordinate and deliver various
ICT and ICT4D (ICT) related services in accordance with established agency ICT
policies, procedures, and service standards to support high-quality programs
serving the poor and vulnerable. The jobholder will provide responsive,
professional service and technical support to CRS staff and partners to ensure
efficient operation and use of CRS information sharing, communication, and
collaboration technologies.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- The ICT Officer will deploy, configure,
and maintain ICT systems and databases, including networks, servers, and
telecommunications. Troubleshoot and address issues to ensure optimal
performance. - Configure and maintain applications and
user devices. Provide timely and quality service delivery, technical
support, and advice to user requests to ensure proper user access to agency
business data and information. - The jobholder will also maintain inventory
of ICT equipment, hardware, and software and ensure adequate supply and
functionality, in collaboration with relevant staff,. Provide input to
budget for ICT related expenses. - Coordinate relationships with suppliers to
facilitate delivery of ICT-related services that meet CRS business
requirements and needs. - Support capacity building initiatives,
remotely or on-site, to staff and partners to ensure efficient and
consistent adoption and use of ICT applications. - Prepare and submit statistical reports on
ICT-related data and metrics. As needed, implement measures to ensure
required standards are met. - Ensure deployment of ICT solutions
integrated within CRS projects and provide ongoing technical support as
needed - Ensure ICT equipment purchases are in
accordance with CP needs and Agency standards - Mentor and train local Partners staff on
use the ICT4D solutions rolled out - Perform any other duties as assigned by
the supervisor and within scope of general responsibilities, key risks,
current project status, and planned initiatives
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Catholic
Relief Services (CRS) Information, Communications and Technology (ICT)
Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s degree in IT-related
field (Computer Science, Computer Networking, Programming, and Information
Systems) required. Significant work experience in a directly related field
combined with appropriate training/certificates may substitute for degree. - Desired certifications include Microsoft
Certified Solutions Associate or equivalent, Cisco Certified Network
Associate or equivalent, Microsoft SharePoint Foundations or equivalent
and ITIL Foundation Certified. - At least three years of experience in a
position with similar responsibilities. - Previous experience in introduction,
design, implementation, and adoption of relevant technology and data
management tools. - Demonstrated capacity in management of
network/server software and hardware devices and platforms. - Grasp of complex network, security,
mobile, desktop, server, telephony, backup, application and database
technologies. - Previous exposure and experience with ITSM
and systems management tools preferred. - Good relationship management skills.
Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally with a
strong client-service focus. - Excellent communication skills with the
ability to communicate technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical
manner. - Strategic, analytical, systems thinking,
and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture, make
sound decisions, and offer non-standard solutions. - Ability to maintain confidential
information. - Highly proactive, resourceful,
solutions-oriented and results-oriented. - Basic understanding of business analysis
concepts and best practice. - Previous experience in building ICT
capacity with professional staff. - Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS
Staff): Serves with Integrity, Models Stewardship, Cultivates
Constructive Relationships, Promotes Learning, Trusting Relationships,
Professional Growth, Partnership, Accountability
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandan candidates are encouraged
to send their cover letters, CVs and three work references (names and contact
information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org
to send their cover letters, CVs and three work references (names and contact
information only) to ug_recruitment@crs.org
Deadline: 11th
October 2017 by 5:00PM
October 2017 by 5:00PM
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