Job Title: Manager – IT Systems & Applications
Ref: DDG-SS/MITSA/11/11
Location: IITA-Ibadan, Nigeria (http://www.theinfostride.com)
Organisation: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Descriptions:
• IITA seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic Manager who will lead an in-house team of five programmers who are well versed in the different programming needs of the different standalone systems.
• He/she will report to the Deputy Director General (Support Services).
• The ideal candidate must be highly organized and resourceful and be able to multi-task and communicate effectively in a professional environment.
The Systems and Applications Unit consists of two Sub Units: MIS and SDS:
MIS (2 programmers + 2 Oracle Helpdesk) responsible for:
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance of Oracle Corporate Financial Software (O-EBS) and all applications that are near it.
• Financial Software (SAGE) that is in use by the stations outside Ibadan, as well as the interfaces with O-EBS.
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance of other custom written applications – for historic reasons.
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance of our Data Bases in general.
• Point of contact for all technical Data Base related issues and Helpdesk for all applications.
SDS (3 programmers) responsible for:
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance of custom written Java applications, mostly web applications.
• Implementation of, Extensions for, Adaptations of third party applications.
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance of Web platforms (technical aspect) for Library, Repository, Intranet and Internet web site, individual project web sites and their extension/adaptation.
• Customization/Operation/Maintenance and Implementation of third party/OTS (off the shelf) software.
• Point of Contact for all technical application related issues, whether for custom written application or OTS.
Position/Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of the Manager will be to:
• Ensure the effective deployment and maintenance of Oracle Financials and other ERPs.
• Ensure effective maintenance and support of all the corporate software systems in IITA.
• Drive forward a Systems Integration project that will streamline and integrate business processes to address major functions, including Human Resources, Supply chain, Project Management and Financial Management.
• Review and validate existing custom applications, re-develop applications where necessary with the internal team of programmers or through consultants/outsourcing. Ensure resulting software meets agreed expectations.
• Define programming standards to be used for all internally developed applications. Ensure that all internally developed applications are properly documented and follow the institute's standards.
Core Competencies:
• Good communication skills – written and verbal
• Minimum 8 years experience in Information systems environments in which a minimum of 4 years is in managerial capacity.
• Experience in International organizations in similar capacity.
• Experience in managing a team of minimum 5 members in different capabilities such as:
o Software development
o Software Maintenance and support
• Experience in INGO environment with multiple country operation.
Development tools Experience:
• Experience in Oracle development tools.
• Experience in Oracle and MS SQL Server database environment.
• Experience with using and maintaining Linux, server virtualization.
• Knowledge of other programming languages to analyze and integrate with existing applications.
• Experience in C # , .NET environment will be an added advantage.
Project Management:
• Experience in Implementing, upgrading and maintenance of Oracle Financials ERP.
• Experience in implementing other ERPs in HR Domain.
Duty Station: Ibadan, IITA Headquarters, Nigeria.
General information: Initial appointment is for three years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications:
Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: IITA Job Application Portal
Closing Date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
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