Vacancy at national planning commsision

Current Job Vcancy at National Planning Commission 22 July 2011

Current Job vacancy at National Planning Commission Nigeria
The ICT Unit of the National Planning Commission, among other things is responsible for the management of the ICT services within the
Commission, charting and enforcing ICT strategy of the Commission and ensuring continued performance review of the automation effort. It is also charged with the handling of a wide variety of operational activities including contingency planning, equipment installation, procedural reviews, coordinating support activities, operational audit and security. Consequently, the Commission is seeking exceptional and dynamic professional, with the highest integrity and possessing the requisite experience, qualifications and skills to fill the position stated below.

Job Description: Head of ICT Unit

Job Responsibilities:
• Lead a team of IT and communications professionals providing strategic direction, develop and implement the ICT strategy and other policy documents, oversee the ICT business change programme and deliver various critical business and support systems to a range of users across the company for 24 hours,
• 365 days a year
• Oversee the development and delivery of ICT products and services, in accordance with agreed service standards and industry best practice and in alignment with the Commission’s objectives and national strategic initiatives,
• Drive the ICT collaborative agenda on behalf of the Commission, in conjunction with other organisations.
• Participate in the Commission’s strategic development process.
• Lead on the procurement, supply and negotiation of ICT goods and services for the Commission.
• Oversee all ICT matters within the functions of the Commission.
• This includes the development of teams and individuals so as to enhance performance and potential.
• To manage the relationship with all key stakeholders both internally and externally and maintain appropriate communications forums with them.
• To ensure that effective ICT provision is in place to support the needs of the Commission.
• To maintain an ICT strategy that ensures the Commission is prepared for changes in the nature of its business and the needs of the local community.

Education, Skills and Experience:
• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Technology or any related field in Science Technology.
• A master’s degree in a related discipline will be an added advantage,
• The candidate must be a MEMBER of the IT professional association (CRN).
• Knowledge of management and administration of public sector network. Deployment and management of complex integrated LAN and WAN. Experience in the management and administration of Cisco active devices will be an added advantage coupled with the administration of ERP solution.
• 15 20 years experience with most of it in management position:

Method of Application:
To apply, e-mail detailed Curriculum Vitae as an attachment to [email protected] and ensure that the application is received on or before 3rd August, 2011.