{"id":88049,"date":"2023-07-05T19:34:22","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T19:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=88049"},"modified":"2023-07-05T19:34:22","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T19:34:22","slug":"university-of-ghana-computing-systems-new-jobs-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/university-of-ghana-computing-systems-new-jobs-2023.html","title":{"rendered":"University of Ghana Computing Systems New Jobs 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

JOB TITLE<\/strong>\u00a0Systems Analyst
\nUNIT<\/strong>\u00a0Information Technology Services
\nREPORTS TO<\/strong>\u00a0Deputy Chief Information Technology Officer (IT Services)<\/p>\n

JOB SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 The Systems Analyst is to provide support to the Deputy CITO IT Services and the Head of Academic Computing (HAC).
\n\u2022 The Systems Analyst will be for major areas within the Academic Computing including Library Management Systems, web interfaces for the Library, live chat systems and support the institutional repository (UG Space) and any others assigned by the CITO\/Deputy CITO.<\/p>\n

Key responsibilities include, among others, to:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Have oversight responsibility under the auspices of HAC. These include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Implement and maintain consistent and reliable operation, delivery, and access to the University\u2019s Sierra Integrated Library System (ILS).
\n\u2022 Coordinate WebPAC customisations and improvements by working with the Libraries and the ILS vendor.
\n\u2022 Implement and maintain consistent and reliable operation, delivery, and access to the University\u2019s Institutional Repository System (UGSpace).
\n\u2022 Provision of systems administration and support for UG EZproxy server.
\n\u2022 Provision of Systems support to all the University\u2019s Academic Databases, Ebook Platforms, and the EBSCO Discovery Service.
\n\u2022 Systems maintenance of UG Libraries Ask-a-Librarian Live Chat application, Past exams\u2019 papers application and Research Guides Platform.
\n\u2022 Oversee the provision of timely and efficient troubleshooting assistance to users by investigating all questions\/issues relating to the ILS and taking appropriate action for resolution.
\n\u2022 Provide support to library staff and other UG users from issue identification through resolution on the use of all Library and Research services platforms.
\n\u2022 Provide leadership in the use of open-source systems to implement applications for use at UG Libraries and other allied research units at UG.
\n\u2022 Coordinate the generation of ad hoc and recurring reports generated in the ILS, UGSpace, EZproxy and other library and research applications.
\n\u2022 Plan and organize periodic training for Librarians, Faculty, and students on the use of the varied Library services platforms.
\n\u2022 Provide and make recommendations for systemic improvements in the use of all library systems.
\n\u2022 Evaluate, recommend, and pilot new library technologies as appropriate.
\n\u2022 Perform any other related duties as assigned by the CITO or the University Librarian.<\/p>\n

Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES<\/p>\n

\u2022 A good first degree in a Computer Engineering\/Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or any other relevant areas and a master\u2019s degree in preferably Information Studies or Computer Science and Information Technology
\n\u2022 A minimum of seven (7) years\u2019 relevant working experience in administering EZproxy, a Sierra ILS and an Institutional Repository using DSpace.
\n\u2022 Experience with HTML, PHP, PostgreSQL, MySQL.
\n\u2022 Ability to communicate concepts and processes clearly and effectively in oral and written form.
\n\u2022 Upholding high ethical and moral standards.
\n\u2022 Ability to coordinate and work with teams.
\n\u2022 Possession of any relevant professional certification could be an advantage. Appreciation of IP Protocols and internet working of IP and Data Networks is an advantage<\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra<\/p>\n

How To Apply For The Job<\/strong><\/p>\n

Applicants are required to submit the complete application pack addressed to the<\/p>\n

Registrar,<\/strong>
\nUniversity of Ghana, through<\/strong><\/p>\n

vacancies@ug.edu.gh<\/strong>\u00a0(Electronic copy only)<\/p>\n

Hard copy applications will not be accepted.<\/p>\n

The application pack should be submitted as a single PDF file and should contain the following:<\/p>\n

1. Completed application form for Senior Administrative and Professional employees (UAB Form 1B) to be downloaded from the University\u2019s website at:\u00a0www.ug.edu.gh\/hrodd;
\n2. An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae;
\n3. Copies of relevant educational and\/or professional certificates; and,
\n4. Two reference letters, at least one of which should be from a Head of Unit in the University of Ghana, with whom the applicant has worked.<\/p>\n

The reference letters should, among others, include the following information on the candidate:<\/strong><\/p>\n

a. Professional competence and work output
\nb. Leadership abilities and sense of responsibility
\nc. General Contribution to the work of the University (or relevant organization)
\nd. Interpersonal skills
\ne. Any other relevant information<\/p>\n

Applications should reach:<\/p>\n

vacancies@ug.edu.gh<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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