Specialist - ICT System Administrator

 Specialist - ICT System Administrator

• Locally Engaged Personnel
• 12 months with possibility of extension
• Based in Dili, Timor-Leste

The Program

The Australia Timor-Leste Partnership for Human Development (PHD) supports the Government of Timor-Leste’s Strategic Development Plan 2011-2030 and reflects Australia’s commitment to work in partnership with Timor-Leste to invest in improved wellbeing for Timor-Leste’s people. PHD aims to deliver lasting impact on the program goal: ‘people in Timor-Leste are healthier, better-educated and better able to contribute to Timor-Leste’s development’. Through PHD, Australia supports the Timor-Leste government to deliver higher quality and inclusive services in primary health, basic education and social protection.

Abt Associates Australia is the implementation partner for PHD, contracted since May 2016 until May 2026.

The Position

The Specialist - ICT System Administration will provide technical support and advice to Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MoEYS) to manage server administration and ensuring “service continuity” of education information, communication and technology (ICT) systems as well as capacitate ICT personnel of MoEYS in administering the operating systems, hardware and other software technologies. It is envisaged that the role will also involve collaboration and liaison with TIC Timor the government ICT provider. Additionally, the Specialist - ICT System Administration also will provide technical support in to MoEYS to develop ICT Department workplan and budget as well as coordinating with all relevant development partners on ICT activities. The Specialist - ICT System Administration will report directly to the Sector Lead – Education.

About you

For this role, we are looking for someone with:

• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Demonstrated extensive professional experience in server administration and maintenance
• Demonstrated strong knowledge in high-availability setup, tablet device firmware modification, compilation, upgrade and flashing, application deployment and maintenance of Google Play and Mobile Device Management (MDM) System.
• Must have expert knowledge of Microsoft operating system.
• Exceptional communication skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively cross-culturally and across different sectors.
• Demonstrated understanding of Timor-Leste basic education system context

 

Further Information and How to Apply

Refer to the ‘Position Description’ link to view full details and key requirements for this opportunity.

Please submit your application online via the Careers Page of the Abt Associates website, Job Details - Local site (turborecruit.com.au). All applications are to include a current CV and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

For further questions please email PHD Human Resources hr@phd.tl. For reference, please insert the job title in the email subject heading.

Closing Date:  21 June 2021 (11pm Timor-Leste time)

We welcome and thank all applications received; however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact. Abt Associates values individuality and celebrates difference with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, gender and racial equity and disability inclusion.

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. Abt Associates is deeply committed to safeguarding, to protect and prevent harm and abuse to individuals we work for and who work for us. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, child abuse, sexual abuse, or exploitation in any form, and expect everyone to be treated with respect and dignity. 

 

About Abt Associates

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries.  For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtassociates.com

 

Best Regards,

 

People & Culture | Partnership for Human Development

1^st Lane, Block E01-12, Palm Business & Trade Center

Surik Mas, Fatumeta Bairro-Pite, Dili, Timor-Leste

E: hr@phd.tl