1. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old. However, applicants should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
2. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact, postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers.
3. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
4. 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.
· National Service (JKT) certificate as will be determined relevant.
· Computer Literacy
· Professional certificates from respective Boards
· One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
5. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
6. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
7. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will attract sanctioning of legal action.
8. Applicants currently employed in the public service should route their applications through their respective employers.
9. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November, 2010.
10. Applicants who have/were retired or terminated from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
11. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
12. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)
13. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).
14. Deadline for application is 24th March 2017.
15. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate clearly.
16. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
17. In case where applicants have similar qualifications, an applicant who holds a National Service (JKT) certificate will be highly considered.
18. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed on a date for interview.
19. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English through website www.ajira.go.tz
20. All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the following address:
http://ift.tt/1CAr2Oq
(This address can also be found at Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) website, Click 'Recruitment Portal')
ICT Officer – Systems Administrator – 4 Posts
A. Job Purpose:
The primary responsibility is effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, upgrades and maintenance of server systems hardware, software and infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, server operating systems, software systems, infrastructure and related procedures adhere to TPA’s values.
Reports to: ICT Infrastructure Manager
B. Duties and Responsibilities:
i. Provision, install, configure, operate, upgrade and maintain assigned server systems hardware, software and infrastructure on MS Windows, Linux and Unix Server platforms.
ii. Provide appropriate infrastructure technology solution to support TPA Operations.
iii. Prepare systematic documentation for monitoring of TPA Data Centre Infrastructure
iv. Responsible for System Administration of server virtualization and server infrastructure.
v. Manages security access to assigned systems, related records, and documents
vi. Works with ICT Infrastructure Manager to develop and maintain backup procedures and storage strategies
vii. Perform backups and disaster recovery operations related to Data Centre.
viii. Maintains the strict confidentiality of all records and documents stored in the assigned systems and infrastructure
ix. Confers with employees and the project team to provide technical advice and to resolve problems
x. Prepares reports for system users and management
xi. Provides after hours on-call coverage 24/7 as part of a rotation system with other members of the System Administration Team.
xii. Creates and updates procedural and training documents for the assigned systems
xiii. Contributes to the disaster recovery and business continuity planning process regarding the assigned systems and infrastructure
xiv. Manage all data centre assets and assure that the data centre inventory, systems diagrams and related documentation, and system component maintenance contracts are properly maintained.
xv. Assist in management of hardware devices, licensing and all programs on the TPA Network.
xvi. Ensure high-availability of data centre products and services.
xvii. Execute other assignments as you may be assigned from time to time by your superiors.
C. Qualifications:
i. Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent degree from a reputable academic institution.
ii. Possession of a relevant recognized ICT professional certification will be an added advantage.
iii. Practical knowledge and skills relevant to the position will be added advantage with at least two (2) years working experience in the relevant field.
iv. Age limit – below 40 years.
D. Remuneration:
Entry-level package in accordance with TPA’s salary scale TPGS 6 with other terms and conditions of the Public Services.
Application Instructions
NOTE: REMEMBER TO ATTACH AN APPLICATION LETTER. APPLICATION LETTER SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:
THE DIRECTOR GENERAL,
TANZANIA PORTS AUTHORITY
P. O. BOX 9184
DAR ES SALAAM