IT Expert (AfCDC) vacancy at the Africa CDC (AU Commission)

Finance June 15, 2023

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The IT Expert will work closely with project teams to ensure that technology solutions are effectively integrated into project implementation, and that all IT-related activities are carried out in compliance with Africa CDC and World Bank policies and procedures

IT Expert (AfCDC) vacancy at the Africa CDC (AU Commission)

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Directorate/Department/Organ: Africa CDC
Number of Direct Reports: 0
Number of Indirect Reports: 0

Job Grade: P3
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Fixed Term

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Purpose of the job

The African Union, established as a unique Pan African continental body, is charged with spearheading Africa’s rapid integration and sustainable development by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion and cooperation among the peoples of Africa and African States as well as developing a new partnership worldwide. Its Headquarters is located in Addis Ababa, capital city of Ethiopia.

Officially launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in 2017 as a specialized technical institution of the African Union, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is Africa’s first continent-wide public health agency. Africa CDC envisions a safer, healthier, integrated, and stronger Africa, where the Member States can effectively respond to outbreaks of infectious diseases and other public health threats. The agency’s mission is to strengthen the capabilities of Africa’s public health institutions and systems to detect and respond quickly and effectively to disease outbreaks and other health burdens through an integrated network of continent-wide surveillance, laboratory, disease control and prevention, preparedness and response, and research programs. To achieve its mission, the Africa CDC works in all geographic regions of the African continent and has instituted technical divisions to focus on five priority areas, namely Surveillance and -Disease Intelligence, Laboratory Systems and Networks, Disease Control and Prevention, Preparedness and Response, and Public Health Institutes and research.

The IT Expert will be responsible for providing technical leadership and support for the implementation of a World Bank financed project under the Africa CDC. The IT Expert will work closely with project teams to ensure that technology solutions are effectively integrated into project implementation, and that all IT-related activities are carried out in compliance with Africa CDC and World Bank policies and procedures. The IT Expert will also work to ensure that the project’s IT infrastructure is secure, reliable, and meets the needs of project stakeholders. The IT Expert must be committed to Africa CDC’s mission of improving public health in Africa and must be willing to travel within Africa as needed. The IT Expert will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with IT regulations and policies, as well as managing IT-related risks.

Main Functions

Technology Planning
•   Develop technology plans in consultation with project teams, ensuring that technology solutions are aligned with project timelines and budget.
•   Provide guidance to project teams on technology requirements and ensure that technology plans are included in project work plans.
Technology Solutions
•   Evaluate technology solutions and provide recommendations to project teams on the best solutions to meet project requirements.
•   Ensure that all technology solutions are fully integrated into project implementation and meet the needs of project stakeholders.
•   Develop and implement strategies to ensure the security and reliability of the project’s IT infrastructure.
IT Operations
•   Manage IT operations, including network and systems administration, database management, and user support.
•   Ensure that all IT-related activities are carried out in accordance with Africa CDC and World Bank policies and procedures.
•   Monitor the performance of the project’s IT infrastructure and ensure that any issues that arise are resolved in a timely and effective manner.
Compliance and Risk Management
•   Ensure compliance with Africa CDC and World Bank IT systems, policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations.
•   Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate IT-related risks.
•   Work with project teams to identify and mitigate any IT-related risks that may impact project implementation.
Stakeholder Management
•   Develop and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, including project teams, vendors, and other IT professionals.
•   Provide training and support to project teams on the use of technology solutions.
•   Ensure that project stakeholders are informed of any IT-related changes or issues that may impact project implementation.

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

·   Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in IT in public/private or donor funded project, out of which three years need to be at expert level.
OR
·   Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field with a minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in IT in public/private or donor funded project, out of which three years need to be at expert level.
·   Experience in managing complex IT systems with multiple stakeholders.
·   Experience in IT, preferably in AU or a World Bank funded project context is an added advantage.

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