Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Officer - The Ministry of Health, Community development, Gender, Elderly and Children

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Officer

Application Deadline: 19 Oct 2016

Organization: MCDGC

 Information And Communication Technologies (ICT) Officer Position Description:

Source Dailynews, 5th Oct 2016

The Ministry of Health, Community development, Gender, Elderly and Children pursues candidates for the following posts


3. Job Title:

 Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) officer one post

Duty station: National TB and Leprosy Program Oar es salaam.

Reporting to: ICT Manager

Purpose of the Job:

 To develop and manage all lCT infrastructure and related human resources withinthe NTLP

Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks.

1. To advice the program manager on required ICT equipment and services for the Program.
2. To install, configure and perform daily required updates/upgrades of all Program's ICT systems and networks ie computer hardware, computer programs, network systems, websites and file systems.
3. To provide IT technical support, administration and maintenance to NTLP staff at National, Regional and District levels
4. To manage the Program's electronic database server to ensure data availability and accessibility while
maintaining data security.
5. To provide technical support on database tools to data entrants at alt levels of service delivery through
training. supportive supervision and mentorship.
6. To train health care workers at all levels on ICT usage.
7. To regularly compile and maintain an accurate inventory of ICT equipment and systems
8. To Compile quarterly reports on ICT usage and inventories of equipment and systems
9. Any other duties as assigned by the program manager

Academic Qualifications and experience

1. First degree in computer engineering, Computer Science or Electronic and Communication
2. Master's degree in ICT will be an added advantage
3. Experience in computer and communication systems troubleshooting and maintenance
4. At least three years' experience on designing, developing and managing computer databases,
5. Good command of English and Kiswahili both in writing and speaking
6. Sound leadership and managerial skills

Application Instructions:

All applications enclosed with certified copies of relevant certificates and detailed curriculum vitae should be addressed to under mentioned officer within two weeks from the date of first appearance of this advertisement.
Candidates who are currently employed should channel their applications through their employers.

Applicants are advised to avail contact addre5ses Including emails and telephone numbers

All applications should be sent to

Permanent secretary
Ministry of Health, Community development,
Gender, Elderly and Children.
PO. BOX 9083
Dar -es -Salaam

ATN : Programme manager

National TB and Leprosy programme