Team Lead, Technology and Innovation at Discovery Cycle Professionals

Location: Yola, Adamawa
Number of Subordinates: 2
Reports to: Project Lead
Position start date: Immediately
Job Type: Full Time

Main Function

• Provide all the necessary support needed for the smooth implementation of the Technology and Innovation Unit.

Role Responsibilities
Role and Task Complexities:

• Provide direction in development and deployment of technologies in the project.
• Web application development and management of existing web application.
• Setting up and management of ERP Systems
• Troubleshoot and analyze application and database logs and configuration files.
• Integrate core solution with third-party applications/dependencies such as SMSC (Short Message Service Centre), Intelligent Network (IN).
• Actively involved in front end, technical and non-technical back office IT issues management for both internal and external customers
• Involved in data reconciliation activities with third-party applications/solutions
• Ensure safe and proper custody and maintenance of company IT assets.
• Any other duties suitable to task and commensurate with ability.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualification and Experience

• BSc/BTech Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent.
• Experience with a multi-site network (at least 3 sites) with a minimum of 20 users is highly desirable.
• Experience in:
  • Web Development with good knowledge of HTML5, JavaScript, PHP & SQL
  • Setting up and management of ERP Systems
  • Integrating systems using APIs – Integration with Payment Gateways will be an advantage.
  • Server Environment & Active Directory Management - Microsoft OS – Server & Client (Windows98 to Windows 10, Server 2008 - 2016, Exchange), Sharepoint, Active Directory and Domain Management
  • Microsoft Applications (MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, MS Project)
  • Linux Administration (Kali & Ubuntu)
  • Data Analysis and Digital Forensic using tools like Talend, IDEA and Google Refine.
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required.
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage
• 3 years’ work experience in a related field

Skills/Physical Competencies:

• Ability to engage and manage clients
• Exceptional research and writing skills
• The ability to multitask and work as a team
• Decision-making skills
• Good planning and time management skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Creative flair, up-to-date knowledge of graphic designing industry software

Behavioural Qualities:

• Tactical and interpersonal
• Proactive identification and elimination of inefficiencies
• Continual self-development
• Goal and quality oriented