Network/Systems Administrator at University of Ghana Computing Systems

Position Summary

The Network/Systems Administrator reports to the Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO) or their representative and is responsible for identifying the specific IT needs of their assigned college/unit and ensuring all IT services are provided in a timely manner. This role supports the unit in alignment with the University of Ghana's vision and mission based on UGCS standard operating procedures.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO) or designee
Unit: Information Technology General

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for the college/unit in ICT planning and management under the auspices of UGCS
• Provide leadership in all areas of IT needs and work with central IT managers to ensure alignment of UGCS IT services across the university
• Lead IT staff within the college/unit and collaborate with IT managers across UGCS to ensure performance, quality, and efficiency
• Recommend innovative approaches to delivering relevant IT services to the college/unit
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and standards
• Organize IT resources around the execution of business objectives
• Coordinate with other departments and teams to understand and meet business systems requirements
• Perform periodic performance reporting to support capacity planning for the unit
• Develop and supervise the implementation of staff workplans for constituent schools
• Conduct staff performance appraisals and execute other assignments as directed by the CITO or Provost

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electrical Engineering

Employment Details

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Accra, Ghana
Category: IT/Telecom