Reference IRS/16/CS/2013/12
Type of Contract CDD
Duration of Contract 2 ans ou plus
Education Bac + 5 et Plus
Work Experience Au moins 7 ans
Application Deadline 31/03/2014
Position n° 67
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) is seeking a highly qualified ICT Manager to strengthen its
Information and Communication Technology Unit. The position is based at AfricaRice’s Temporary Headquarters in Cotonou, Benin.
About AfricaRice
AfricaRice is one of the 15 international agricultural research Centers that are members of the
CGIAR Consortium. It is also an autonomous intergovernmental association of African
member countries.
Nature and Scope
The ICT Manager will have the overall responsibility for the management and
development of the AfricaRice’s Information and Communications Technology needs.
S/He will recommend, develop, and administer information and communications
technology policies and procedures to support the short and long term ICT, especially
in the service delivery spectrum
S/He will organize, direct, control and coordinate quality accredited ICT projects.
Reports to
The Director of Administration and Finances (DAF).
Responsibilities
Specifically, s/he is responsible for:
Strategic Management
1. Develop and oversee, in conjunction with the Management Team, the strategy
development and strategy implementation processes, and the annual operating plans and
budgets of the ICT Unit.
2. Advise on the strategic direction of key electronic resources including websites and
information databases.
3. Research new technologies in information technology and provide recommendations to
the Management to support the strategic direction of both the department and organization;
4. Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers and suppliers and
other local and international organizations to better understand and contribute to the
CGIAR’s ICT environment.
Develop and implement the AfricaRice’s ICT strategy including product and service
technology development and support.
6. Plan for ICT Projects as well as for new and replacement equipment required to provide
the ICT services at HQ, in regional stations and country offices.
ICT Support
7. Oversee ICT support and ensure the provision of IT infrastructure services, systems
support and maintenance.
8. Ensure maximum availability of computer systems;
9. Act as an ICT specialist by delivering from time to time solutions to complex technical
issues.
10. Proactively identify and develop new and innovative ways of disseminating information to
clients.
Organisation and Resources
11. Manage the ICT department include staff management, rostering and leave
12. Lead, motivate and develop the capability of the ICT team, to achieve agreed annual
targets.
13. Prepare and update a work‐plan for the delivery and ongoing development of the
AfricaRice’s ICT function.
14. Manage effectively the deployment of resources, budgets and staff in the ICT function in
order to achieve the overall targets under his/her responsibility.
15. Provide staff training to both internal and business stakeholders, where required and
appropriate.
16. Undertake such other duties as may be assigned by the DAF from time to time.
Qualifications/Selection Criteria
Education: Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Work Experience:
A minimum of 7 years in the ICT service environment with at least 5 years’
experience in a similar position
Key Competencies Required:
strong knowledge of Microsoft infrastructure and products :
Working knowledge of routing protocols including BGP4, OSPF, RIP, EIGRP and
knowledge of the Internet concepts and routing architecture is desired.
The ideal candidate must have:
Language
The candidate should communicate fluently (orally and in writing) in English or French with a
good working knowledge of the other language.
Terms and Conditions
AfricaRice is an equal opportunity employer. AfricaRice believes that staff diversity promotes excellence in its operations and particularly welcomes applications from women and developing countries.
Expressions of interest together with a full CV (MS Word format) and supporting statement,
highlighting your experience and skills against the functions of the role should be directed in
confidence to:
Ms Serena Teng, Lead Consultant, SRI Executive,
Phone: +353 1 6675008.
Email: steng@sri‐executive.com .
Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
To learn more about AfricaRice, please visit our website at www.AfricaRice.org
Position Type: Temps plein
Working Hours: Horaire normal
Working Language: Anglais
Second Language: Français
Salary: Voir annonce
Closing Date: 2014-03-31
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