Chemonics International Inc.
Chemonics International Inc, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks the following long-term positions for the USAID Next Generation Early Grade Reading Activity (NextGen) in Malawi. The $75 million activity aims to solidify and build on the contributions made to date as part of the implementation of Malawi’s National Reading Program (NRP) towards improving the delivery of high-quality early primary reading instruction in all Malawian primary schools. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Application Instructions:
To apply for any of the below positions, please submit a CV and application and select your position of interest on the form. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as candidates will be contacted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
We are currently seeking qualified professionals for the following positions:
Positions
Chemonics International Inc, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks 6 Divisional ICT Officers for the USAID Next Generation Early Grade Reading Activity (NextGen) in Malawi. The $75 million activity aims to solidify and build on the contributions made to date as part of the implementation of Malawi’s National Reading Program (NRP) towards improving the delivery of high-quality early primary reading instruction in all Malawian primary schools. We are seeking individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of Malawi’s lower primary students.
Chemonics is hiring six people for this long-term position, one person will be based in each of Malawi’s six divisions: Lilongwe, Kasungu, Blantyre, Zomba, Mzuzu, and Mulanje.
Responsibilities include:
• Provides efficient, high-quality ICT support services to users of the project ICT systems.
• Provides efficient, high-quality ICT support services to Government counterparts who are using project-provided devices and data systems
• Assists with the deployment of the data infrastructure including the installation of tablets, standard computer equipment, servers, networking, ICT security and distribution of equipment within the region
• Actively engages with the business to understand user requirements, ICT issues and pain points.
• Works with project and Ministry ICT teams to remediate and communicate with key project stakeholders.
• Maintains relationships with both internal and external customers, along with partners
• Produce both structured and ad-hoc reports, memos, policies, procedures and analysis on ICT services both for customer consumption and on vendor performance.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant area.
• Experience in the technical administration and support of Corporate ICT infrastructures and endpoints
• Experience in ICT process documentation development
• Experience in managing external resources as required
• Experience in vendor management and knowledge of ITIL practices and processes relevant to the role
• Understanding of Malawi Government ICT Security policies or equivalent Industry best practices
• Relevant qualifications in ICT or Business and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience working with a development partner organization (USAID, FCDO, etc.) preferred
• Written and spoken proficiency in English and Chichewa.