Senior Systems Administrator at Econet Telecom Lesotho

Position: Senior Systems Administrator

Level: A level 3 position reporting to HOD-IT & IP Networks

Purpose:

To configure, implement and maintain ETL server and operating systems infrastructure in IS department.


Major Tasks:

Plan the company storage configuration, maintenance and provisioning

Support and Maintain Companies mail and domain infrastructure and services
Coordination, planning, and technical support for all ETL Domain and Email server infrastructure.

Coordination, planning, and servers and storage hardware expansion and optimization



Performs fine-tuning of the servers and operating system for optimum performance.




Performs system restorations whenever necessary


Participates in vendor registration process, requests for quotes acquisition and procurement of IT infrastructures.



Monitors and maintains the backup system in compliance with the IT Backup policy



Ensures that all business data backups are performed daily and signed off

Ensure that there is an up to date systems and configuration documentations

Advices business on the relevant and new technology to acquire and procure for deploying the solutions


Qualifications and experience

BSc in IT or equivalent. 4 years relevant experience in Information Systems. Driver’s license is a requirement.
Microsoft Certificated Solutions Expert
ITIL Advantageous
3 Years experience working with Microsoft Hyper-V environment or similar virtualization platforms
3 years experience working on Linux/Unix Environment
3 years experience working with SAN/NAS technologies

Personal Attributes

Ability to think strategically
Excellent Communication skills
Excellent facilitation skills
Innovative and Creative
Ability to organize and motivate others, who in many cases may be in a more senior position
Ability to work with all levels of management and across business units and departments

Performance Contract

Successful candidate shall sign an annual performance delivery contract, the results thereof shall form the basis of the continued existence of substantive contract.

Interested applicants should submit their consolidated curriculum vitae not exceeding a maximum of five pages to HOD-HR, Econet Telecom Lesotho, P.O. Box 1037, Maseru 100 or email to humanresources@etl.co.ls on or before 11th July, 2014.
Candidates who have not been contacted by 16th July, 2014, should consider their applications not succesful.

System Support Officer at First National Bank of Lesotho Limited

First National Bank of Lesotho Limited (FNBL), a highly recognised financial services provider in Lesotho, seeks to employ a proactive, innovative, self driven and highly motivated Mosotho to occupy the position of System Support Officer.

JOB PURPOSE:
To provide technical support to the unit ensuring that the Maintenance, Support, Configuration and Management of the Microsoft Windows servers including the active directory structure of First National Bank of Lesotho Limited is done cost effectively and timely.

Key responsibilities:
Capacity planning on File server space, Bandwidth and processing capacity of the servers.
Performs general PC maintenance tasks in the organisation.
Responsible for troubleshooting and repair of computer systems and peripheral equipment located throughout the organisation.
Maintain an adequate spare parts inventory of systems, subsystems and component parts used in repair work.
Prepares progress reports for all work performed.
Receives calls from Helpdesk Consultant and solve queries or will escalate where necessary to ensure that appropriate action is taken.
Provides basic user support and assistance for new and existing systems providing basic training on these systems when required.
Responsible for user liaison and problem solving.
Completes Software/Hardware installations and administration on Network and Workstations.
Ensures necessary data protection procedures implemented, including backups, restores and archiving for documentation of all systems.
Responsible for the repairs of faulty equipment.
Responsible for diagnosing and rectifying faults in data communication networks, using specialised monitoring and testing equipment.
Installs network cabling and is involved in network configurations.
Recommend staff training needs to the Systems Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
· Degree in IT or related
· N+ Certification
· Strong knowledge on Microsoft Products

COMPETENCIES
Business acumen
Analytical thinking
Innovation
Communication and good conflict management
Self starter and change catalyst
Application letters accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, educational certificates and names and contact details of three referees must be sent to:

The Head of Human Resources
First National Bank of Lesotho - Limited OR Email: ikhotle@fnb.co.za
Corner Kingsway and Parliament Road
Maseru

The closing date for applications is 11th July 2014.

DISCLAIMER: ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

IT TECHNICIAN

KTC VENTURES (PTY) LTD

IT TECHNICIAN

KTC Ventures offers best of class services for Information Technology, Security Systems and Electronics. KTC Ventures has branches in Bloemfontein, Bethlehem and Maseru. KTC Ventures seeks to employ a proactive, innovative, self driven and highly motivated individual to occupy the position of IT Technician. This position is based in Maseru.

Key Responsibilities;
-Reporting to the IT Manager, the incumbent shall be responsible for the following;
-IT support to clients of KTC Ventures
-To ensure that all support calls and requests are dealt with appropriately and in accordance with defined policies and procedure
-Build, install and configure PCs and associated peripherals, including new equipment and the redeployment of existing hardware for clients
-Perform all duties at any of KTC Ventures' client sites as required.

Qualifications and Knowledge Experience;
-Broad Experience of 1st/2nd line technical support in a commercial/professional environment
-Broad knowledge of common IT applications and utilities
-Tertiary qualification in related field

Competencies and Skills;
-Commitment to a hard-working ethical and professional culture within a growing company
-Good communication skills with high standards in
both written and oral communication – able
to build strong relationships with both technical and non-technical team members
-Broad IT knowledge combined with technical enthusiasm and confidence – keen to learn new technical information and develop skills
-Disciplined and independent personal management skills - can work to deadlines and standards with a minimum of supervision
-Excellent problem-solving skills and the initiative to find innovative technical solutions
-Responsible attitude to security and confidentiality

Interested candidates can send their detailed curriculum vitae to gareth@ktcventures.net

DISCLAIMER: ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

LECTURERS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE

The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts:

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY -- DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE 

The Department offers undergraduate degree programmes in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Systems and Networks engineering. There are also double major degree programmes in Computer Science with either of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics. The department wishes to appoint a qualified candidate to contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, project supervision and research in Computer Science.

 

POST NOS. 2370 & 3582:   LECTURERS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING   

Minimum qualifications and requirements:

• Masters degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering with telecommunications specialization; PhD will be an added advantage.
•  At least (1) year relevant teaching experience at a tertiary level
• Evidence of a recent research record in peer-reviewed journals and conferences

Duties:

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Computer Science and Computer Engineering.
• Supervise student projects.
• Conduct relevant research and publish in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the department.

Contract duration:

The appointment for this post shall be a two year contract

The successful candidates are expected to resume duty on July 1, 2014.

 

Remuneration:

The University offers salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

Information required from candidates:

Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates,transcripts and three typed references. Two of which must be academic references.   Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “ TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN ” will not be considered as references. Application letters and references should bear signatures of the applicants and the referees respectively and must be addressed to:

Director - Human Resources,

National University of Lesotho,

P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho

or emailed to dhr@nul.ls

Closing date for receiving full applications for the positions above is 20 ^th May, 2014.

DISCLAIMER:   If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.

National University of Lesotho Jobs , 20 may 2014

LECTURERS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE -- (Post Nos. 2370 & 3582)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

LECTURER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE -- (Post No. 2465)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

CARTOGRAPHER IN THE DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE -- (Post No. 2310)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

LECTURER IN SPECIAL EDUCATION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS -- (Post No. 0874)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER IN SESOTHO EDUCATION -- (Post No. 0922)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE -- (Post No. 3660)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

SENIOR LECTURER/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR IN SOIL SCIENCE AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION -- (Post No. 2549)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

BUILDER/BRICKLAYER IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WORKS AND MAINTENANCE -- (Post No. 2853)
5/7/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

POSITION OF REGISTRAR -- (POST NO. 0510)
4/4/14 - & Closing date is 1st June 2014

POSITION OF BURSAR -- (POST NO. 0015)
3/23/14 - & Closing date is 20 May 2014

OFFICER, MIS AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE - PBB

STANDARD LESOTHO BANK

JOB OPPORTUNITY: OFFICER, MIS AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE - PBB
POSITION: OFFICER, MIS AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE _ PBB
REPORTING TO: MANAGER, COUNTRY AND BUSINESS INFORMATION
LOCATION: MASERU
PURPOSE OF JOB: To assist in providing Personal and Business Banking (PBB) with reliable Management Information and analysis from at least the following perspectives: Personal and BusinessBanking customer segments; Channels and Product/Financial Solution in order to assess business performance and make informed business decisions.
SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide MIS Solutions and to assist PBB to make informed decisions on
• Customer Segment a.o.: Market share; customer acquisition, attrition and retention; cross sell ratios; transaction behaviour and best approximation of customer profitability.
• Revenue channel (to individual ATM; branch; POS; internet banking, CCC): utilization; productivity, capacity, revenue (fee income); start up rates and best approximation of channel profitability.
• Product/Financial Solution; acquisition, attrition and retention.
2. Provide detailed Pricing MI, to aid fact based recommendations to sustainably improve the financial performance of
Personal and Business Banking:
• Develop, maintain and present 1 view of pricing parameters, inclusive of risk indicators.
3. Assist in-depth analysis and trends to provide meaningful management information and underlying reasons that can be used in route cause analysis and problem identification:
• Business case development (premises and outlets).
• Score card input and performance appraisals.
• Root cause analysis and decision making.
• Reports and presentations.

REQUIREMENTS:
Skills / Competencies:
• Numerate/ Data rational: Is good with numerical data, operates on facts, and enjoys assessing and measuring, with a high degree of accuracy.
• Attention to Detail: Methodical and organized, conscientious, accurate, thorough and committed.
• Structured thinking and solution orientated.
• Impeccable level of accuracy.
• Analytical: Identifies and analyses patterns and trends.
• Resourceful: Displays practical ingenuity and is skilled at devising practical solutions.
• Integrative thinker, able to make the connections.
• Problem solving and decision making ability.
• Good communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Energetic, results oriented, strongly motivated to achieve.
• Customer orientation.
• Ability to convey factual information clearly.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Relevant tertiary IT/Business qualification in Information Systems (BSc, BEng or BCom Information Systems & or equivalent).
• Good understanding of retail (banking) channels, products and services.
• 2 to 3 years experience in a data and information management role:
Cognos
MS Office skills essential (Excel, Access, Power_point, MS Word)
SQL (Structured Query Language)
Experience in product development and management, inclusive of pricing and margin management.

Interested and suitable candidates may send their applications and CV’s by email to the Human Resource Business Partner at e-mail address slbjobs@stanbic.com on or before close of business on Thursday, 8th May, 2014.
Should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks of the closing date, please accept that you did not qualify and were not short- listed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.