Principal Officer, IT - National Development Planning Commission



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The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who are dynamic, goal-oriented and results-driven with exceptional leadership qualities for appointment to the under-mentioned positions.

PRINCIPAL OFFICER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) (2 POSITIONS)

JOB PURPOSE:  

Under the direction and guidance of the Chief Manager, provide professional support for the provision and effective management of service delivery in their respective units.

Duties and Responsibilities (Applicable to both Principal Officers)

  • Oversee and coordinate policies, procedures and routines in their respective units
  • Support the preparation of NDPC’s annual budget by providing the appropriate inputs


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  • Manage the day-to-day operations for the effective function of the unit
  • Prepare periodic reports on all activities and projects related to their respective units
  • Support in the provision of services and facilities necessary to support operation of the NDPC
  • Ensure staff appraisals are carried out in a timely matter
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Manager or Director

Additional Duties and Responsibilities applicable to Principal Officer, IT

  • Coordinate the design and development of procedures, standards and guidelines to support the implementation of ICT systems within the organization
  • Approve and recommend technical specifications for the requisitioning, procurement and the deployment of equipment, software resources and other ICT systems for NDPC.
  • Coordinate the design and implementation of security measures to protect the ICT installation, infrastructure, and systems of NDPC

Qualification and Experience (Principal Officers)

  • Must possess a Master’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, IT or relevant field as applicable from a recognized Tertiary Institution
  • Must have a minimum of nine (9) years post qualification working experience of which at least three (3) have been in senior management.
  • Membership of a recognised and relevant professional body.
  • Knowledge of human resources, management, procurement, supply chain management, information technology and systems as applicable.
  • Knowledge of budget and financial management principles and practices, specifically of the Public Financial Management Act 2016, the National Labour Act, Internal Audit Agency Act and the Public Procurement Act.
  • Proficiency in the use of computers and an understanding of systems management.
  • Knowledge in ICT including Microsoft Office suite and statistical analysis softwares.


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Competencies in (Principal Officers):

  • The Labour Laws, Financial Administration, Internal Audit Agency and the Public Procurement Acts
  • Leadership, Organisational, Communication, Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
  • Performance Management skills
  • Negotiation, Collective bargaining and lobbying skills
  • project and programmes management
  • ICT skills

 

COMPENSATION

The National Development Planning Commission’s compensation package is competitive in the public sector, with very attractive fringe benefits.

CONDITION

Applicants must be able to serve the Commission for a minimum of four (4) years on the appointed grade before attaining the compulsory retirement age of (sixty) 60.



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