ICT Associate (Regional Service Center for Africa), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Closing date: Thursday, 15 January 2015

ICT ASSOCIATE (REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER FOR AFRICA)

Location : Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA

Application Deadline : 15-Jan-15

Type of Contract : FTA Local

Post Level : GS-7

Languages Required : English

Duration of Initial Contract : One year

Background

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the ICT Analyst, the ICT Associate provides leadership in execution of ICT services in the Regional Hub, implements ICT management systems and strategies, provides daily technical support to users of information management tools and technology infrastructure. The incumbent is responsible for review and advice on the use of new technologies that will enhance the Regional Hub productivity. The ICT Associate promotes a client-oriented approach.

The ICT Associate supervises the ICT Associate (GS6) and works in close collaboration with the Operations, Programme and project teams in the Regional Hub, COs and UNDP HQs staff for resolving complex ICT-related issues, collaborates with Regional ICT Officers (RIO), Regional Bureau ICT Managers (RBIM), ICT Managers and other ICT Staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:

• Implementation of ICT strategies and introduction/implementation of new technologies;
• Effective functioning of the Regional Hub hardware and software packages;
• Networks administration;
• Provision of web management services;
• Provision of administrative support;
• Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

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