NDPC Recruitment for Principal Officer, Information Technology (IT)

Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) Recruitment for Principal Officer, Information Technology (IT). The application deadline is 8th February, 2019.

National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) was established under Articles 86 and 87 of the 1992 Constitution as part of the Executive. The National Development Planning Commission Act, 1994, (Act 479) and the National Development Planning (System) Act, 1994, (Act 480), provide the core legal framework for the establishment of the Commission and the performance of its functions. (Other laws of relevance to the Commission’s work are:  the Local Government Act (Act 462) 1993; Local Government Service Act (Act 656) 2003; Petroleum Revenue Management Act (Act 815) 2011; Civil Service Act (PNDC Law 327) 1993; and Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund Act, (Act 877), 2014).

Job Description

• Company: National Development Planning Commission
• Location: Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
• State: Accra
• Job type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

• To provide technical and operational support in information technology for the achievement of the mandate of the commission.

Duties/Responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Administration, the Principal Officer, information Technology will perform the following key duties:

• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the IT unit
• Lead the development of IT/IM strategic plans for NDPC
• Review procedures, standards and guidelines to support the implementation of IT/IM systems within the commission
• Manage the design, development and the deployment of IT/IM projects of the NDPC
• Recommend technical specifications for the requisitioning, procurement and the deployment of IT/IM infrastructure for NDPC
• Ensure the management and development of IT skills for staff of NDPC
• Plays a central role in development planning reforms proposed by the commission, including the introduction of e-planning to MDAs and MMDAs
• Monitor and manages security violations involving the use of NDPC computer installations and systems
• Serve as the Chief Technical Advisor on IT/IM matters for NDPC
• Submit an annual performance report on the work of the IT Unit

Requirements/Experience

• A master’s degree from an accredited tertiary institution in computer science, MIS, or any related field
• A minimum of 6 years relevant post-qualification working experience in a reputable organisation

Competencies/Skills

• Very good knowledge in Computer Engineering, Programming, Networking and Database Management
• Excellent knowledge in advanced information technology and IT security standards
• Knowledge in Policy, Strategic and Project Management skills
• Very good analytical, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of financial administration procedures and procurement processes
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Knowledge and understanding of public sector management

How to Apply

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should submit in an A4 size envelope the under-listed: • Application Letter • Curriculum Vitae with biographic data, contact information names and address of 2 referees • Copies of academic and professional certificates • Evidence of good standing with academic and professional institution if profession is regulated by law • Vision statement for Director and Deputy Director positions on how applicant intends to respond to the constitutional mandate and mission of the commission (2 to 4 pages long on A4-size paper)

Applications should be submitted via post or hand-delivered to:

The Director-General National Development Planning Commissions, No.13 Switchback RoadP.O.Box CT633 Cantonments-Accra Or email to: [email protected]

Appliocation Deadline: 8th Febraury 2019.