BACKGROUND
e-Government Agency (eGA) is a semi-autonomous institution established
in 2012 under the
Executive Agencies Act, No.30 Cap. 245 of 1997. The mandate of
e-Government Agency
includes coordination, oversight, provision, promotion of e-Government
initiatives and
enforcement of e-Government standards and guidelines in the Public Service.
The major roles and functions of the Agency include:
i. To ensure coordination, management and compliance of e-Government
implementation and initiatives.
ii. To ensure within the Government, users have access to shared ICT
infrastructure and
resources.
iii. To promote and provide e-Government advisory and technical support for
implementation of e- Government.
iv. To coordinate, manage, develop, disseminate, monitor and evaluate
e-Government
standards and guidelines.
v. To ensure the Public has access to e-services.
To get the best from your career, you need the best opportunities. The
Agency has exciting
opportunities for highly motivated, entrepreneurial-minded and
result-driven individuals to
grow and make an impact in a place where the core values of integrity,
innovation,
Customer centric, team-work and collaboration are highly respected. Such
candidates
should have the ability to prioritize activities and exercise good
judgment plus the ability to
make economic and efficient decisions. They should also be prepared to
handle multiple
tasks and work in a constrained environment. Furthermore, prospective
applicants should
have high personal integrity and be able to work independently with
minimum supervision
and beyond normal working hours.
2.1 ICT OFFICER GRADE II – (Web Applications Developer) – 2 POSTS*
2.1.1 JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for design and developing of web-based applications,
technical solutions to
solve business problems, which includes initial design, coding,
deployment, testing and
maintenance of software application systems. The primary objective is to
help businesses be
more efficient by developing technology solutions in a cost-effective
way by determining the
software requirements of projects, and communicating them clearly to
stakeholders.
2.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Full lifecycle software application development
ii. Designing, coding and debugging web and mobile based applications in
various
software languages
iii. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software
review,
identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software
reliability analysis
iv. Software modelling and simulation
v. Front end graphical user interface design
vi. Software testing and quality assurance
vii. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation.
viii. Support, maintain and document software functionality
ix. Integrate software with existing systems
x. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation
xi. Maintain standards compliance
xii. Working closely with analysts, designers and staff
xiii. Producing detailed technical specifications and writing the
programming codes
xiv. Production Support system maintenance
xv. Independent handling of work products and managing his/her deliverables
xvi. Execute other assignments as you may be assigned from time to time
by your
superiors
2.1.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
2.1.4 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Advanced knowledge in HTML5, CSS & CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, Photoshop,
and Responsive Web Design will be added advantage.
ii. Sound knowledge in: Git, Grid System (Sussy Grid), Node JS, Gulp JS,
SASS,
Twitter Bootstrap, and Bower will be added advantage.
iii. Working knowledge of various software languages (e.g. Java,
JavaScript, PHP,
.NET, DHTML, HTML5, Python, CSS3, jQueryMobile, SAPUI5).
iv. Practical skills on Object Oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD)
v. Possession of a relevant recognized ICT professional certification
will be an added
advantage.
vi. Practical knowledge and skills relevant to the position will be
added advantage
2.1.5 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
2.1.6 ICT OFFICER GRADE II– (Application Programmer) – 2 POSTS*
2.1.7 JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for design and developing software applications based
technical solutions to
solve business problems, which includes coding, software deployment,
initial testing, and
maintenance of software application systems. The primary objective is to
help businesses be
more efficient by developing technology solutions in a cost-effective
way by determining the
software requirements of projects, and communicating them clearly to
stakeholders.
2.1.8 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Full lifecycle software application development
ii. Designing, coding and debugging software applications in various
software
languages
iii. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software
review,
identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software
reliability analysis
iv. Software modelling and simulation
v. Front end graphical user interface design/programming
vi. Software testing and quality assurance
vii. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation.
viii. Support, maintain and document software functionality
ix. Integrate software with existing systems
x. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation
xi. Maintain standards compliance
xii. Working closely with analysts, designers and staff
xiii. Producing detailed technical specifications and writing the
programming codes
xiv. Production Support system maintenance
xv. Independent handling of work products and managing his/her deliverables
xvi. Execute other assignments as you may be assigned from time to time
by your
superiors
2.1.9 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
2.1.10 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Working knowledge of various software languages [Java (mandatory),
C/C++, .NET,
Python] will be added advantage
ii. Practical skills on Object Oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD)
iii. Possession of a relevant recognized ICT professional certification
will be an added
advantage.
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2.1.11 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
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2.1.12 ICT OFFICER GRADE II– (Mobile Application Developer) – 4 POSTS*
2.1.13 JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for design and developing mobile-based software applications
based on
technical solutions to solve business problems, which includes coding,
software deployment,
initial testing, and maintenance of mobile software application systems.
The primary objective
is to help businesses be more efficient by developing technology
solutions in a cost-effective
way by determining the software requirements of projects, and
communicating them clearly
to all stakeholders.
2.1.14 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Full lifecycle software application development
ii. Designing, coding and debugging software applications in various
software
languages (Java (mandatory), C/C++, .NET, PHP)
iii. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software
review,
identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software
reliability analysis
iv. Software modelling and simulation
v. Front end graphical user interface design/programming
vi. Software testing and quality assurance
vii. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation.
viii. Support, maintain and document software functionality
ix. Integrate software with existing systems
x. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation
xi. Maintain standards compliance
xii. Working closely with analysts, designers and staff
xiii. Producing detailed technical specifications and writing the
programming codes
xiv. Production Support system maintenance
xv. Independent handling of work products and managing his/her deliverables
xvi. Execute other assignments as you may be assigned from time to time
by your
superiors
2.1.15 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
2.1.16 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Advanced knowledge in RESTful and SOAP APIs, Queue Management, SMS
Gateway, SMPP Knowledge, Data Visualization, Database Optimization, and
Smartphone App Development using iOS, Android, Phonegap, etc. will be added
advantage.
ii. Practical skills on Object Oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD)
iii. Possession of a relevant recognized ICT professional certification
will be an added
advantage.
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iv. Practical knowledge and skills relevant to the position will be
added advantage
2.1.17 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
*2.1.18 ICT OFFICER GRADE II –Database Administrator – 3 POSTS*
2.1.19 JOB PURPOSE
This individual provide operational database technical services to
support the application
development, database production support and various requirements for
distributed technical
support to ensure applications are running smoothly. The responsibility
also involve effective
provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, upgrades and
maintenance of server
systems hardware, software and infrastructure.
2.1.20 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Responsible for systems and database administration, server
virtualization and
server infrastructure.
ii. Manages security access to assigned systems, databases, integrity
controls, related
records, and documents
iii. Installation, upgrade, and maintenance of software applications and
databases
iv. Maintenance, administration, monitoring, problem management, and
production for
databases.
v. Daily maintenance, testing, backup, and recovery of systems and
databases.
vi. Apply patches and upgrade of systems and databases.
vii. Install and build database structures
viii. Query and performance tuning of databases
ix. Provision, install, configure, operate, upgrade and maintain
assigned server systems
hardware, software and infrastructure
x. Provide appropriate infrastructure technology solution to support eGA
Operations.
xi. Maintains the strict confidentiality of all records and documents
stored in the
assigned systems and infrastructure
xii. Confers with employees and the project team to provide technical
advice and to
resolve problems
xiii. Contributes to the disaster recovery and business continuity
planning process
regarding the assigned systems and infrastructure
xiv. Assist in management of hardware devices, licensing and all
programs as assigned.
xv. Ensure high-availability of systems and services.
xvi. Execute other assignments as may be assigned from time to time by
superiors.
2.1.21 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
2.1.22 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Working knowledge of MS Windows, Linux and Unix Server platforms.
ii. Working knowledge of databases (e.g. MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL,
Oracle, etc.)
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iii. Working knowledge in Clustering, Security/encryption, Fail over
management and
automatic switch over
iv. System Backup types and administration (full, incremental, etc.)
v. Practical skills in configuring access to file services as Access
Control, managing
NTFS file and folder permissions, managing permissions for shared resources,
determining effective permissions, configuring and managing distributed
file system as
Distributed File System (DFS) Overview, configuring DFS Namespaces,
configuring
DFS replication, deploy file sharing services, deploy an FTP server and
a web server.
vi. Working knowledge in Clustering, Security/encryption, Fail over
management and
automatic switch over
vii. Practical skills on Database schema creation and management
viii. Practical skills on Performance management and tuning.
ix. Knowledge of Storage management techniques
x. ERP and business knowledge will be an added advantage
xi. Possession of a relevant recognized ICT professional certification
will be an added
advantage.
xii. Practical knowledge and skills relevant to the position will be
added advantage
2.1.23 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
*2.1.24 ICT OFFICER GRADE II – (Network Engineers) – 2 POSTS*
2.1.25 JOB PURPOSE
The primary responsibility of the Network Engineer is to maintain all
network systems and
work closely on Network and Data center infrastructures to support
critical network and public
shared systems.
2.1.26 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Provide technical support related to operation of Core Network
platforms for Voice and
Data
ii. Monitor performance, capacity, and availability of the network on an
ongoing basis
and recommend improvements in technologies and practices.
iii. Collaborate with other staff in the ongoing definition of network
design, services and
procedures so as to ensure business continuity
iv. Participate in designing and installation of networks and related
accessories and equipment;
v. Maintain and repair of Network active and passive equipment;
vi. Troubleshoot all network related problems;
vii. Undertake day to day management of LAN, wireless systems, telephone
systems
(PBAX), leased lines;
viii. Document and communicate network related problems, solutions and the
implementation process;
ix. Assign network resources and user accounts;
x. Perform maintenance activities, systems backups and restore and;
xi. Perform any other duty as may be assigned by his superior
2.1.27 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/ Computer
Engineering or related discipline from recognized institution.
2.1.28 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Working knowledge in the Telecom Operators or Internet Service
Provider Core
Network environment
ii. Proficient in Service Provider technologies like IP/MPLS and related
services (L2VPN,
L3 MPLSVPN, TE, QoS, etc),
iii. Proficiency in designing/deploying in LAN/WAN topologies using
routing protocols like
OSPF/ISIS, EIGRP, BGP, IPv6, MPLS, Multicast, HA/Redundancy etc.
iv. Good understanding of last mile (both Fiber Optics and Microwave)
technologies.
v. Knowledge of IOS/IOS XE/ IOS XR and Proficient on Network equipment
such as
routers, switches, bridges, etc
vi. Practical skills in configuring and managing VLANs on routers and
layer 2 switches
and remotely management using IP-based management protocols, such as Telnet
and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), management IP Address and
Default Gateway
vii. Practical skills in configuring and managing wireless networks,
configuring DNS,
DHCP, FTP, Gateways and NS Lookups
viii. Knowledge in Network Firewalls and Unified Threat Management Systems
configurations and management
ix. Fluent in Backup/Recovery procedures, Storage technologies and
understanding port
numbers approach to application detection
x. Practical skills in using command lines; ping, tracert, ipconfig,
Nslookup, Netstat and
familiar with tools as Putty, Subnet and IP Calculator, Speedtest
xi. Must have practical knowledge of TCP/UDP related protocols, network
security
design, Linux operation systems and scripting with shell, python, VB,
Bash or Perl
xii. Working knowledge of Antivirus/IPS/web proxy technologies.
xiii. Multi-vendor products network knowledge is an added advantage
xiv. Practical skills in managing Server Infrastructure roles as IPv4
and IPv6 Addressing,
Domain Name System Server Role, Configuring DNS Zones, DHCP Server Role.
xv. Practical skills in configuring and managing VoIP System
architecture and
Technology.
xvi. Possession of recognized ICT professional certification such as
Service Provider
Networks (CCNA, CCNSP, HCNA, HCNP, MCSA, MCSE), CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH,
will be an added advantage.
2.1.29 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
*2.1.30 ICT OFFICER GRADE II – (Systems Administration) – 5 POSTS*
2.1.31 JOB PURPOSE
The primary responsibility is effective provisioning, installation,
configuration, operation,
upgrades and maintenance of server systems hardware, software and
infrastructure. This
individual ensures that system hardware, server operating systems,
software systems,
infrastructure and related procedures adhere to eGA’s values.
2.1.32 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Provision, install, configure, operate, upgrade and maintain assigned
server systems
hardware, software and infrastructure on MS Windows, Linux and Unix Server
platforms.
ii. Provide appropriate infrastructure technology solution to support
eGA Operations.
iii. Prepare systematic documentation for monitoring of eGA Data Centre
Infrastructure
iv. Responsible for System Administration of server virtualization and
server
infrastructure.
v. Manages security access to assigned systems, related records, and
documents
vi. Work to maintain backup procedures and storage strategies
vii. Perform backups and disaster recovery operations related to Data
Centre.
viii. Maintains the strict confidentiality of all records and documents
stored in the
assigned systems and infrastructure
ix. Confers with employees and the project team to provide technical
advice and to
resolve problems
x. Prepares reports for system users and management
xi. Creates and updates procedural and training documents for the
assigned systems
xii. Manage all data centre assets and assure that the data centre
inventory, systems
diagrams and related documentation, and system component maintenance
contracts
are properly maintained.
xiii. Management of hardware devices, licensing and all programs on the
Data centre.
xiv. Ensure high-availability of data centre products and services.
xv. Execute other assignments as you may be assigned from time to time
by your
superiors.
2.1.33 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.
2.1.34 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. A working knowledge on System Design, System Performance Tuning, System
Debugging, System development and Documentation, System Testing and having
knowledge one of the following language SQL, Java script, C++, HTML/XML,
Ruby,
Python and PHP, Oracle, Linux, .NET frameworks (such as C# (c-sharp),
ASP and
VB)
ii. Knowledge in Managing physical and logical storage
iii. Knowledge in Security Fundamentals (in multiple vendor / open
source environments),
Linux and Windows Security Administration , Replication and Mirroring-
Virtual Private
Networks, Network Security
iv. Knowledge in designing a Windows Active Directory , Creating Users,
Groups and
Shared Folders, Managing Active Directory, maintenance, troubleshooting, and
disaster recovery
v. Installation and Administration of Packages, Patches and Updates-
fundamentals of
Patches, Packages and Updates installation and administration.
vi. RAID (Hardware Vs. Software) Configuration - understanding important
features of
Software RAID (Threaded rebuild process, Kernel-based configuration,
Portability of
arrays between Linux machines without reconstruction, Backgrounded array
reconstruction using idle system resources , Hot-swappable drive
support, Automatic
CPU detection to take advantage of certain CPU optimizations )
vii. Basic configuration, Hostname, Timezone setup, Network and System
Diagnostics,
command lines, file System Management and package management, Servers
management
viii. Load Balancing skills - to load balance, optimize, and secure
different
applications such as HTTP and HTTPS
ix. Configuring and Securing Remote Access such Configuring a Virtual
Private Network
Connection, Network Policies, Integrating Network Access Protection with
VPNs,
x. System Backup types and administration (full, incremental, etc.)
xi. Practical skills in configuring access to file services as Access
Control, managing
NTFS file and folder permissions, managing permissions for shared resources,
determining effective permissions, configuring and managing distributed
file system as
Distributed File System (DFS) Overview, configuring DFS Namespaces,
configuring
DFS replication, deploy file sharing services, deploy an FTP server and
a web server.
xii. Working knowledge in Clustering, Security/encryption, Fail over
management and
automatic switch over
xiii. Possession of recognized ICT professional certification such as
CISA, CISM, CISSP,
CEH, CCNA will be an added advantage.
2.1.35 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
*2.1.36 ICT OFFICER GRADE II – (Business Analyst) - 2 POSTS*
2.1.37 JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for requirements gathering and designing applications based
technical solutions
to solve business problems, which includes defining, analysing and
documenting software
and system requirements. The primary objective is to help Public
Institutions implement
technology solutions in a cost-effective way by determining the
requirements of software
projects, and communicating them clearly to stakeholders, facilitators
and partners.
2.1.38 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Acting as a bridge between business group with need or problem and
the Technology
teams offering a solution to a problem or need.
ii. Drives and participates in design, development and implementation of
enterprise wide
applications.
iii. Work closely with developers and testers to ensure requirements and
functional
designs are translated accurately into working technical designs.
iv. Manage projects including responsibility for a project and project
budget.
v. Actively involving in development of new systems, business processes
improvement,
strategy planning or potentially organizational change.
vi. Actively involving in product testing and evaluation as providing
quality assurance and
control and communicating the deliverables state to the users.
2.1.39 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/ Computer
Engineering
or related discipline from a recognized institution
2.1.40 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
i. Technical knowledge in determining end to end design requirements for
projects
involving line of business, software/hardware developers and vendors.
ii. Strong skills in project planning, controlling and delivery management
iii. Capable of performing reviews and edits requirements,
specifications, business
processes, feasibility studies, business cases and recommendations
related to
proposed solution for Government ICT projects/requests
iv. Knowledgeable in Quality Assurance for developed ICT products/services
v. Understanding of systems engineering concepts & modelling techniques and
methods.
vi. Possession of an ICT related certifications (CISA, CRISC, CISM etc.)
and/or
certification in Project Management will be an added advantage.
2.1.41 REMUNERATION
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful
candidates.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania of not more than 45 years
of age;
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having
reliable contacts; postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers;
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in
this advertisement;
iv. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following
certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
Birth certificate
v. Applicants who will attach copies of the following certificates
strictly not accepted;
Form IV and form VI results slips
Testimonials and all Partial transcripts
vi. Applicants employed in the Public Service should route their
application letters through their respective employers;
vii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for
whatever reason should not apply;
viii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their
reliable contacts;
ix. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or
Advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination
Council of Tanzania (NECTA) and National Council for Technical Education
(NACTE);
x. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The
Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU);
xi. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed/advised
to indicate;
xii. A signed application letters should be written either in Swahili or
English and Addressed to Secretary, Presidents Office, Public Service
Recruitment Secretariat, 27 Bibi Titi Mohammed Road, P.O.Box 63100, Maktaba
Complex, 11102 Dar Es Salaam.
xiii. Deadline for application is 6 th August, 2017 and;
xiv. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview.
xv. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will
necessitate to legal action;
(This address can also be found at PSRS Website, Click
‘Recruitment Portal’)
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