The
e-Government Agency (eGA) is established under the Executive Agencies Act, Cap
245 as a semi-autonomous institution, with the mandate of coordination,
oversight and provision of e-Government initiatives and enforcement of
e-Government standards in the public service. The establishment of eGA is one
among several initiatives by the Government to operationalize the National ICT
Policy (2003).
The establishment of
the Agency is
the execution of
the Cabinet directives
to
President’s
Office Public Service Management (PO-PSM) in 2004 and the Presidential
Instrument Government Notice No. 494 A of 17/12/2010 that mandated PO-PSM, to
develop an e-Government Policy and ensure its implementation by establishing an
Agency to coordinate, oversee and promote e-Government initiatives in MDAs and
LGAs.
eGA
envisions to be recognised as a leading innovative institution, enabling the use
of ICT for improving public service delivery. The mission of the Agency is to
provide an enabling environment to Ministries, Independent Departments,
Agencies (MDAs) and Local Governemnt Authorities (LGAs) through coordination,
oversight and promotion of ICT usage for improvement of service delivery in the
public service. The Agency is committed to uphold five core values namely
integrity, innovation, customer centric, collaboration and best practices.
To
achieve its vision and mission, the Agency is determined to create an
environment where MDAs and LGAs can use ICT to increase access and deliver
improved services to government employees, citizens and businesses.
The
services to be offered to MDAs and LGAs include systems, applications, shared
infrastructure, standards, guidelines, consultancy, advice and technical
support. MDAs and LGAS will use the above services to improve their internal
management and capacity to offer services to citizens (G2C), businesses (G2B),
and government employees (G2E).
3.1 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR e-GOVERNMENT NETWORKS -
(READVERTISED)
3.1.1
REPORTS: TO THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL
INFRASTRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS
3.1.2
JOB PURPOSE:
Managing Network Infrastructure and oversee stable
operation of the entire government network.
3.1.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
·
Head
of Government Network Section
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To manage government networks oversee the
implementation and support of the technology infrastructure and technology
platforms to ensure trouble-free delivery of day to day activities, direction,
and support for all of government technical infrastructure.
·
To provide systematic documentation,
evaluation and monitoring of current infrastructure systems.
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To
facilitate and maintain strategic vendor relations.
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To define all infrastructure requirements and
projects to include scope, budget, and timescale.
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To oversee all network infrastructures,
software applications, licensing, maintenance and procurement of all
engineering network and maintenance of service and contracts are well managed.
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Identify
knowledge of emerging technologies that may benefit the government.
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Listen, communicate, motivate and encourage
effectively to technology staff members to achieve a high level of quality.
·
Provide
for emergency plans and assistance in the event of equipment failure.
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Supervise
and manage his/her team to achieve the Agency’s mission.
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Perform
any other duty as may be assigned by superiors.
3.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor degree in either
Information Technology Computer Engineering / Electronic Engineering/ Computer
science or Telecommunication.
·
Master’s
degree in related field is an added advantage.
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Experience with increasingly complex
leadership and management responsibilities in information technology and data
Communication environment.
·
Enterprise level documentation and change
management experience Servers and desktops, Operating Systems, Cisco including
wireless and VOIP, Active Directory, Group Policy, Scripting, web server
administration, firewalls, IPS and security, VPN, Disaster recovery, scripting,
SQL, network cabling and design.
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Must have one of the Network/ICT Security
related certification like CCNP, CISM, MCSE, RED HAT, CCTE, CISSP, MCSA, ORACLE
or its equivalent.
·
At least eight (8) years of practical working
experience in public or any private reputable organization.
3.1.5 KEY COMPETENCES
·
Outstanding
critical thinking and problem solving skills
·
Advanced
planning and organizing
·
decision-making
skills
·
Excellent
communication skills
·
Ability
to persuade, influence and lead
·
Excellent
team work and negotiation skills
·
Adaptability
and flexibility.
3.1.6 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
3.2
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - CONSULTANCY AND
ADVISORY SERVICES - (READVERTISED)
3.2.1 REPORTS: TO THE DIRECTOR OF ICT MANAGEMENT
SERVICES
3.2.2 JOB PURPOSE:
To provide advisory and technical consultancy to the
Government institutions on all e-Government related Projects.
3.2.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
·
Head
the ICT Consultancy and Advisory Section
·
Lead
on the Government service improvement through use of ICT
·
Manages IT planning consultancy projects to
ensure the quality of project deliverables, timeliness of delivery and within
budget.
·
Provide
IT audit planning, facilitation and advisory services to the Government.
·
To provide appropriate infrastructure
technology solutions in support of the on-going government operations and new
application requirements and strategic direction.
·
Coordinates
IT audits in Public Service
·
Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by his/her superior.
3.2.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor Degree in Computer
Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering or IT.
·
Master’s degree in Business Administration or
knowledge of business management will be an advantage
·
Experience
in managing an enterprise IT Projects
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Experience in IT planning and/or audit
functions
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Good
project management, written and communications skills.
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Able
to conceptualize high level IT planning / governance concepts.
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Must have one of ICT Service Management
related certification like ITIL, COBIT, CISA, CISM, CISSP or equivalent
·
At least eight (8) years of practical working
experience in public or any private reputable organization.
3.2.5 KEY COMPETENCES
·
Experience with increasingly complex
leadership and management responsibilities in information technology and data
Communication environment
·
Outstanding
critical thinking and problem solving skills
·
Advanced
planning and organizing
·
Decision-making
skills
·
Excellent
communication skills
·
Ability
to persuade, influence and lead
·
Excellent
team work and negotiation skills
·
Adaptability
and flexibility
3.2.6 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
3.3 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - LEGAL SERVICES -
(READVERTISED)
3.3.1
REPORTS: TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
3.3.2
JOB PURPOSE:
To manage legal services for the Agency.
3.3.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Controlling, managing and
directing the Agency activities of the Legal Services function;
· Ensuring that the Chief
Executive is at all times apprised of and advised on developments within the
function’s remit;
· Providing professional and
strategic advice to the Board, Chief Executive, and senior management;
· Managing and
co-coordinating the Agency’s approach towards litigation/other proceedings to
which the Agency is party or potentially party;
·
Leading in
the development of
regulations and related
material pertaining to the
Agency’s
statutory functions/powers etc.;
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Coordinating
the preparation of draft legislation as required;
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Liaising
with other parties’ legal advisors/representatives as required;
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Undertaking
legal research as required;
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Responsible
for Legal risk management duties for the Agency
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Oversee
the legal implications of the policy development issues for the Agency
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Responsible
for litigation management for the agency
·
Responsible
for regulatory compliance for the agency
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Responsible
for Contract negotiation for the Agency
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Performs
any other duties as may be assigned by his/her superiors.
3.3.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
·
Bachelor Degree in Law from an accredited
institution who is an Advocate of a High Court.
·
Master’s
degree in Law with a bias in ICT Law/Security is a must
·
Hands
on skills and experience in handling complex legal issues
·
At least eight (8) years work experience in
public or any private reputable organization with a strong practical
background.
3.3.5 KEY COMPETENCES
·
Experience with increasingly complex
leadership and management responsibilities in information technology and data
Communication environment
·
Outstanding
critical thinking and problem solving skills
·
Advanced
planning and organizing
·
Decision-making
skills
·
Excellent
communication skills
·
Ability
to persuade, influence and lead
·
Excellent
team work and negotiation skills
·
Adaptability
and flexibility
3.3.6 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
3.4
COMPUTER SYSTEM ANALYST GRADE I
(BUSINESS ANALYSIS) - 1 POST - (READVERTISED)
3.4.1 REPORTS: TO THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CONSULTANCY AND ADVISORY SERVICES
3.4.2 JOB PURPOSE:
To provide functional support and expand
capabilities in the areas of client development & management, business
management, programming, and administration.
3.4.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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To analyze, document and propose solutions
for large and/or complex business areas and to prepare functional
specifications.
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To
assist in the preparation of user and system test plans
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Collecting, understanding, and transmitting
the business requirements for the project, and translating these into
functional specifications and detailed test plans.
·
Analyze
and document business processes.
·
Document workflows and results of business
analysis and obtain sign-off from the client on the specifications.
·
To provide the link between the customer,
development team and any third party regarding software functionality,
throughout the development lifecycle.
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To
design and execute the test scenarios and test scripts.
·
Day to day management of change requests in
relation to the project plans to ensure agreed deadlines are met.
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Prepares periodic reports showing progress
against outstanding milestones, status, resource requirements, issues, risks
and dependencies.
·
Perform
business analysis to oversee e-government operations
·
Conduct situation analysis to identify
critical issues in e- government implementation
·
Responsible for E-Government impact studies
in MDAs, LGAs and government in general
·
Interact with the implementing agencies to
help them in drafting project requirements
·
Perform
any other duty as may be assigned by his/her superior
3.4.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor degree in Arts or
Science or field related to Information Systems/Business/Project Management
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Relevant
experience analysing and documenting complex business processes.
·
Strong knowledge of writing requirements
specifications for business and Information Systems.
·
End
to end experience of the project lifecycle
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Relevant
experience interacting directly with end users.
·
Results
oriented with good communication and interpersonal skills.
·
Certifications in Project/Programme
Management like PMP, Prince2 etc and ICT Service Management like ITIL, COBIT
etc. are added advantage.
·
At least two (2) years of practical working
experience in public or any private reputable organization.
3.4.5 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
3.5
COMPUTER SYSTEM ANALYST GRADE I -
DATABASE ADMINISTRATION - 1 POST - (READVERTISED)
3.5.1
REPORTS: TO THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
GOVERNMENT DATA CENTERS
3.5.2
JOB PURPOSE:
To
deal with integrity and security of database, planning, maintenance, control
and troubleshooting
3.5.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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To
maintain data integrity by establishing and implementing regular system checks
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To
investigate problems and/or implement appropriate solutions
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Development of database to increase the
effective usage for all government users and in particular to promote Data
Analysis and Supporter care and contact
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To use the Application Programming Interface
to create new automated solutions/processes as a result of assessments of user
and organisational needs in order to improve efficiency·
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Develop methods for integrating different
products so they work properly together, such as customizing commercial
databases to fit Government needs.
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Review project requests describing database
user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.
·
Review procedures in database management
system manuals for making changes to database.
·
Work as part of a various project teams to
coordinate database development and determine project scope and limitations.
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Identify and evaluate industry trends in
database systems to serve as a source of information and advice for eGA
management.
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To maximize the quality of the data of the
existing database minimizing duplicate and errors·
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To
undertake and manage staff and volunteer database training and development·
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To undertake basic induction training for all
new staff and practical training students, and to ensure adequate ongoing
supervision of practical training students,
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Perform
any other duty as may be assigned by the superiors
3.5.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science/ Information
Technology, Telecommunication, Electronics or equivalent from recognized
Institutions.
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Knowledge
of programming techniques and languages;
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Knowledge
of database systems, and operating system software is preferred
·
Database Management related certifications
like MCDBA, ORACLE,MYSQL is an added advantage
·
At least two (2) years of practical working
experience in the field in public or private sector
3.5.5 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
3.6 COMPUTER SYSTEM ANALYST GRADE I
(PROGRAMMER) - 1 POST - (READVERTISED)
3.6.1
REPORTS: TO THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
PUBLIC SERVICE PLATFORMS AND SHARED SYSTEMS
3.6.2
JOB PURPOSE
Provides
technical expertise in activities associated with the identification,
prioritization, and resolution of new and complex problems.
3.6.3 KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Write, update, and maintain computer programs
or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory,
storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
·
Conduct trial runs of programs and software
applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the
instructions are correct.
·
Compile and write documentation of program
development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded
instructions so others can understand the program.
·
Correct errors by making appropriate changes
and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
·
Consult
with managerial, engineering,
and technical personnel
to clarify program
intent, identify problems, and suggest
changes.
·
Perform or direct revision, repair, or
expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new
requirements.
·
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs,
using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities,
subject matter, and symbolic logic.
·
Write
or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
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Investigate whether networks, workstations,
the central processing unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are
responding to a program's instructions.
·
Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams
that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a
series of instructions coded in a computer language.
·
Perform systems analysis and programming
tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems
programmer.
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Consult with and assist system analysts to
define and resolve problems in running computer programs.
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Assign,
coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel.
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Train
subordinates in programming and program coding.
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May
perform the roles of the Principal System Analyst
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Performs
any other duty as may be assigned by his/her superiors.
3.6.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor Degree/Advanced
Diploma in either Computer Science/Computer Engineering or Electronics
Engineering from recognized Institutions;
· Knowledge of the
principles, practices developments and techniques used in systems analysis and
applications programming.
·
Knowledge
of the functions and capabilities of data computing.
·
Skills in Object Oriented Programming
Language like C, C++, Java, PHP, .Net, C-Sharp etc
·
Advanced skills in planning, organizing and
directing project work to meet desired objectives
· At least two (2) years work
experience in public or any private reputable organization.
3.6.5 REMUNERATION
Attractive
remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
NB: GENERAL
CONDITIONS
i.
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania
and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each
position where indicated.
ii.
Applicants must attach an up-to-date current
Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address
and telephone numbers.
iii.
Applicants should apply on the strength of
the information given in this advertisement.
iv.
The title of the position and
institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application
letter and marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application
invalid.
v.
Applicants must attach their detailed
relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced
Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
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Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced
Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
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Form
IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
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Computer
Certificate
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Professional
certificates from respective boards
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One
recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vii.
FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT
ACCEPTED
viii.
Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will
not be accepted.
ix.
Presentation of forged academic
certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
x.
Applicants for senior positions currently
employed in the public service should route their application letters through
their respective employers.
xi.
Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should
not apply, they have to adhere to Government
Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th
November 2010.
xii.
Applicants who have/were retired from the
Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xiii.
Applicants
should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiv.
Certificates from foreign Universities
should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xv.
Dead line for application is 02nd July, 2013 at 3:30
p.m
xvi.
Applicants with special needs/case
(disability) are supposed to indicate
xvii. Women are highly
encouraged to apply
xviii.
Only
short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xix.
Application
letters should be written in Swahili or English
xx.
APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary
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