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IGAD Webmaster


Introduction

Intergovernmental Authority on Development, a Regional Economic Community of the African Union, has received some assistance from the USAID and other development partners towards the development and implementation of the Drought Disaster Resilience and initiative. As part of the agenda for establishing the coordinating mechanism for the initiative - the Drought Resilience and Sustainability Platform, IGAD will apply part of the funds towards strengthening institutional development and capacity building efforts to ensure that the requisite skills and support structures are in place that IGAD will play its expected role in providing leadership to the initiative. The purpose of this advert is to invite skilled personnel from the IGAD region who ably satisfy the attached criteria and competences to apply for the available posts that are expected to contribute substantially to the Drought resilience agenda in the region." It is important to note that IGAD is a equal opportunity employer and women and young candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to a disqualification without further reference to the applicant.
Deadline: January 20, 2013
Position: Webmaster
Accountable to: Information and Documentation Program Manager
Duration: One year renewable subject to performance appraisal and availability of funds
Duty station: Djibouti

Job Summary

Under the general guidance of the Information and Documentations Program Manager the Webmaster is responsible for the day to day operations of the IGAD portal, intranet, Software and Hardware to ensure smooth operations.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

1.    Assist the development of content for the Knowledge Management System in close consultation and input from the Communications Officers Team as well as the Professional staff of IGAD.
2.    Technically support the staff and end users of the portal and intranet
3.    Assist with technical support of computers on network and software
4.    Update Content Management Systems and server software
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

•    Thorough knowledge of basic concepts of Web and social networks, knowledge and mastery of a content management system (CMS) such as Joomla
•    Proven ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively on
websites/intranet
•    Expertise in graphic design and applications such as Adobe flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Java
•    Knowledge of photography
•    Expertise in PHP, Apache, MySQL and Unix based servers
•    Knowledge and understanding of web programming languages (HTML, XML, TCP / IP XSLT, PHP, Javascript, Flash, etc)
•    knowledge of Google Analytics and reports
•    A degree in IT, Communications or related field from a recognized university
•    A minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field
•    Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal skills

Key Skills & Competencies:

•    Good communication, presentation, research and analysis skills;
•    Proactive and self-motivated
•    Excellent interpersonal skills
•    Able to demonstrate organizational skills
•    Strong leadership skills
•    Ability to handle pressure and work with minimum supervision

Language: Fluency in English
Duty Station: The position will be based at the IGAD Secretariat in Djibouti 

Terms and conditions of Service

This position is USAID funded and is a non-established position whose contract terms are limited to the period of support; it may be renewed subject to performance and extension of the funding. The post offers attractive consolidated remuneration package.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three reputable referees, contact details (e-mail, telephone) should be sent by registered mail, courier service or by email in MS Word to:

How to apply
1.  Send your Applications to the Following Addresses:
Division, Administration & Finance
IGAD Secretariat
P.O.Box 2653
Tel: 253 354050
Fax: (253) 356994,353520
E-mail: hr@igad.int
with copy to abdullahi.busuri@igad.int

2. In the Subject line, please write:  Ref: HR1314 Webmaster