United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Information Systems Officer - Temporary Jobs in Zambia

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Information Systems Officer - Temporary Jobs in Zambia

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) Programme of the Division on Technology and Logistics (DTL) of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), in Lusaka, Zambia.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for East and Southern Africa, the Information Systems Officer will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support to the Customs National Service (CNS) of Zambia on the implementation of ASYCUDA.

The incumbent is expected to undertake the following duties:

Providing technical advice on implementation of the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) architecture and configuration for the ASYCUDA in Zambia.

Assisting the CNS of Zambia in the preparation of technical documentation and manuals on administration, maintenance, and support of the ASYCUDA Project.

Providing technical assistance and support in the prototyping, testing, piloting, roll-out, administration and maintenance of all ASYCUDA e-Documents including remedial actions, as required.

Organizing and delivering functional and technical training courses on the implementation, operation, and maintenance of the ASYCUDA system.

Further development/enhancement of the ASYCUDA-based ESWS by:

Providing technical advice to the Customs Administration of Zambia on the technical aspects of the ASYCUDA/Single Window national extensions/e-Documents.

Assisting the Customs Administration of Zambia to coordinate and administer at the technical level of the ASYCUDA/Single Window system.

Coordination of the CNS technical implementation with other governmental agencies'/organisations' ICT and infrastructure activities having impact on the CNS ICT systems by:

Advising the CNS on the technical implications for the CNS ASYCUDA/Single Window system of other governmental agencies'/ organizations' ICT and infrastructure related.

Coordinating the technical implementation of CNS ASYCUDA/Single Window e-Documents with other governmental agencies'/ organizations' ICT and infrastructure relevant activities.

Assistance in Project reporting and monitoring system by:

Assisting each NPM (National Project Manager) in the preparation of Project Progress Reports for national counterpart authorities and donor agencies.

Preparing regular technical Project Progress Reports for the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for East and Southern Africa inclusive of the elements relating to the logical framework and monitoring plan.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of information technology/information management, particularly in systems analysis, database installation/configuration and programming. Knowledge of several high-level programming languages and significant exposure to and demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of programming and

analysis, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems, scripting and query languages, document design and management, hardware and software requirements, systems facilities and execution protocols.

• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information system, mathematics, statistics or related field. A first level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related area, including relevant experience in the field of customs automation system deployment, development and support is required.

Experience in upgrading mission critical applications in a production environment is required.

Experience in prototyping and implementing complex customs information technology systems is required.

Experience in technical ICT programming with Java is required.

Experience in organising and delivering training courses within governmental organisations is desirable.

Experience working in an international environment is desirable.

Experience in technical ICT programming with Linux and Oracle is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is an advantage.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Information Systems Officer - Temporary Jobs in Zambia

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