Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 31, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Main purpose of job:
To analyze business needs of the EACJ and develop, implement, train on and maintain Software systems including database systems, network systems and the EACJ website.


Duties and responsibilities:
i. Analyze, design, develop, implement and maintain software applications in accordance with established EAC IT standards.
ii. Analyze user needs in order to develop or modify website software systems.
iii. Develop and maintain EACJ website and coordinate with other players to ensure the website’s smooth operations.
iv. Prepare and maintain up to date user manuals.
v. Evaluate existing information systems and procedures and recommend solutions for improvement.
vi. Test and implement new and revised application software systems to ensure that they meet user requirements.
vii. Provide software maintenance and technical support.
viii. Develop and implement proper backup procedures for data files stored on EAC servers and maintain up to date electronic backup copies at an offsite location;
ix. Provide computer training and user support to ensure that existing technology is best utilized.

Qualifications and experience:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized University plus relevant professional qualifications.
5 years of experience in designing, developing and maintaining ICT systems.

Skills and competencies:
Team building skills, networking skills, public relations, customer care, training skills,
Computer skills, supervisory skills.

Eligibility for applications:
Only Applicants from the Republic of Burundi, DRC and South Sudan are eligible to apply for the above position.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable once.
This position is subject to the application of the Quota System.

Fringe Benefits:
The established posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover.

Education Qualifications:
All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective Partner State. This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.
All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States.

Relevant Working Experience:
Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience.

Equal Opportunity:
The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements for the above mentioned position are advised to :
• Fill in the application form attached (download from here);
• attach their application letter, a detailed CV, Copies of certified academic certificates , and a copy of National Identity Card or Passport in PDF format scanned in one (1) file.
• Please quote the respective reference number on both the application letter and envelope.
• For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference number on the subject of the email and send to the address given below.

Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than Friday, 18th November, 2022

Candidates who have already applied for this position are required to re-apply.
Please note:
1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.
2. All Applications MUST STRICTLY:
• have EAC application form, CV, application letter, ID ;
• indicate nationality and age;
• have the job reference number;
• have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional Certificates;
• provide referees.
3. Only qualified candidates will be contacted
4. EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of applicants above 55 years of age.

Please note that EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the recruitment process. All invitations for interviews will be done in writing.

A due diligence will be conducted for all successful candidates in respect of their academic certificates (certification by a recognized higher education body in respective Partner States) and employment records .
The Secretary General
East African Community
P. o Box 1096
Arusha - Tanzania.
Tel: +255 27 2162100
Fax: +255 27 2162190
E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org 
Website : www.eac.int 

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