Information and Communications Technology Technical Officer Full Time NEW

Job Description
The incumbent is required to provide technical support in the operations and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure of
the Ministry/Department under the guidance and direction of supervisors. Duties include: installation and support of
personal computers and related software; monitoring of the operations of the Ministry/Departments IT and
networking infrastructure; assisting with the installation of computer room and networking infrastructure; and
responding to and addressing IT incident reports and requests for help.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
Recognises when an IT system/network /personal computer has undergone a security attack or when a
breach of security has occurred, and takes immediate action to limit damage in accordance with the
Ministry/Departments security policy; and applies defined security controls to personal computers and
related components.
Installs or removes hardware and/or software, using defined installation instructions and tools; tests and
corrects malfunctions, and documents results in accordance with procedure; provides assistance to users in a
professional manner following agreed procedures; and updates related maintenance and configuration
records.
Monitors and logs the actual ICT services provided to users, compared to that required by service level
agreements, and liaises with supervisors in the resolution of any breaches.
Assists professional staff with the release and deployment of changes and updates to the live IT environment
by administering the recording of activities and results; and by assisting with early support activities such as
providing support advice to initial users.
Investigates minor security breaches with the IT infrastructure in accordance with established procedures,
takes defined corrective action, and updates relevant security records and documentation.
Carries out agreed operational procedures of a routine nature; and contributes to maintenance, installation
and problem resolution for the IT and networking infrastructure of the Ministry/Department.
Assists with the performance of regular backups and restores, and tracks offsite storage, according to agreed
operational procedures.
Receives and handles service desk and incident management requests for IT and networking infrastructure
support following agreed procedures, and maintains relevant records.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Key Competencies
Knowledge of defined components of IT and networking infrastructure.
Some knowledge of the tools and techniques required for the management and
control of ICT within a government based or business organisation.
Some knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
Some knowledge of relevant Public Service rules and regulations, instructions and
procedures.
Ability to recognise and correct IT security breaches.
Ability to install/remove hardware and software.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate as part of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
Ability to interact positively with members of the public and external stakeholders.