Rusumo Power Company Limited IT Engineer Jobs in Rwanda

Rusumo Power Company Limited IT Engineer Jobs in Rwanda


  • The project is in the implementation phase with two contractors on board namely joint venture of CGCOC Group and Jiangxi Water and Hydropower Construction from China for Civil works (Contract Package 1(CP-1) and Consortium of RUSUMO Falls ANDRITZ Hydro GmbH & ANDRITZ Pvt Ltd from Germany and India respectively for Electromechanical Work

  • The project is being implemented through a public financed, public owned and privately managed mechanism. A Special Purpose Vehicle namely RUSUMO POWER COMPANY LIMITED (RPCL) has been established by the three Governments to oversee the implementation and operation of the project. Although its shareholders are the three Governments, RPCL will operate as private company. NELSAP is implementing the project on behalf of RPCL.

    Brief Description

  • The Regional RUSUMO Falls Hydroelectric Project located at RUSUMO Falls on the KAGERA River which forms the border between RWANDA and TANZANIA.

  • Power production facilities are located entirely on the right bank of the KAGERA River in TANZANIA, while the Switchyard is located on the left bank of the River KAGERA in RWANDA.

    Instituational Requirements

  • The RUSUMO POWER COMPANY LIMITED (RPCL) has been established as a corporate identity with shareholding by the three Governments and it is the owner of Regional RUSUMO Falls Hydroelectric Project.

  • NELSAP is implementing the agency through a Project Implementation Support Agreement (PISA) with RPCL.

  • Within this document reference is made to both NELSAP and the RPCL roles reflecting the intended transition from NESLSAP to the RPCL toward completion and commissioning of construction works.

    Objective

  • The objective of this assignment is to employ a suitably qualified IT Engineer with technical skills in IT problem-solving.

  • The duties of an IT Engineer include being a reference point for all IT related queries at the user level, responding
    to user needs in a timely manner and ensuring the optimal running of all systems, among other technical duties

    Job Description

    • Installing and configuring hardware and software components to ensure usability.

    • Troubleshooting hardware and software issues.

    • Ensuring electrical safety standards are met.

    • Repairing or replacing damaged hardware.

    • Upgrading the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers.

    • Installing and upgrading anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level.

    • Performing tests and evaluations on new software and hardware.

    • Providing support to users and being the first point of contact for error reporting.

    • Establishing good relationships with all departments and colleagues.

    • Conducting daily backup operations.

    • Managing technical documentation.

    • IT engineer is responsible for testing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware, software, and networking systems to meet the needs of the employer.

    • IT engineer is required to train staff and manage projects

    Education and Skill Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

    • 10 years’ experience in computer networks and systems maintenance.

    • A+, Linux+ or Cisco Certified Network Associate accreditation advantageous.

    • Experience using computer aided software engineering tools and applications.

    • Experience in rolling out Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) applications in medium to large sized companies or government institutions.

    • Deep knowledge of hardware and software applications.

    • Knowledges in new accounting standards (IFRS) will constitute a great advantageous.

    • Proven track record developing and supporting effective business

    • Work well with our network administrator, security analyst, hardware analyst, business analyst, support specialist and other team members.

    Languages

  • Thorough knowledge of English/French, and/or one of the regional languages is an added advantage

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Rusumo Power Company Limited IT Engineer Jobs in Rwanda

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