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).
11.1 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - LEGAL SERVICES – 1 POST (RE-ADVERTISED)
11.1.1 REPORTS: TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
11.1.2 JOB PURPOSE:
To manage legal services for the Agency.
11.1.3 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.,
• Coordinating the preparation of draft legislation as required,
• Liaising with other parties’ legal advisors/representatives as required,
• Undertaking legal research as required,
• Responsible for Legal risk management duties for the Agency ,
• Oversee the legal implications of the policy development issues for the Agency,
• Responsible for litigation management for the agency,
• Responsible for regulatory compliance for the agency,
• Responsible for Contract negotiation for the Agency and
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by his/her superiors.
11.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS 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.
11.1.5 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
11.1.6 REMUNERATION
• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
11.2 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR e-GOVERNMENT NETWORKS - 1 POST - (RE-ADVERTISED)
11.2.1 REPORTS: TO THE DIRECTOR OF CENTRAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS
11.2.2 JOB PURPOSE:
Managing Network Infrastructure and oversee stable operation of the entire government network.
11.2.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Head of Government Network Section
• 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.
• To facilitate and maintain strategic vendor relations.
• To define all infrastructure requirements and projects to include scope, budget, and timescale.
• To oversee all network infrastructures, software applications, licensing, maintenance and procurement of all engineering network and maintenance of service and contracts are well managed.
• Identify knowledge of emerging technologies that may benefit the government.
• 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.
• Supervise and manage his/her team to achieve the Agency’s mission.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned by superiors.
11.2.4 QUALIFICATIONS 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.
• 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.
• 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.
11.2.5 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
11.2.6 REMUNERATION
• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
11.3 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - CONSULTANCY AND ADVISORY SERVICES - 1 POST - (RE-ADVERTISED)
11.3.1 REPORTS: TO THE DIRECTOR OF ICT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
11.3.2 JOB PURPOSE:
To provide advisory and technical consultancy to the Government institutions on all e-Government related Projects.
11.3.3 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.
11.3.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering or IT or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or knowledge of business management will be an advantage
• Experience in managing an enterprise IT Projects
• Experience in IT planning and/or audit functions
• Good project management, written and communications skills.
• Able to conceptualize high level IT planning / governance concepts.
• 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.
11.3.5 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
11.3.6 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.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
x. 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.
xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiii. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)
xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xv. Dead line for application is 15th October, 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 OR Katibu
Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika
Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.
E-GOVERNMENT AGENCY JOBS OCT 2013
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