INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER

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Employer Active

Posted 2 hrs ago

Experience

5 - 7 Years

Job Location

United Arab Emirates - United Arab Emirates

Education

Bachelor of Science(Computers)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the ASYCUDA Regional Coordinator for Europe and Central Asia Region, the Information Systems Officer will provide technical assistance and support to the National Customs Services (NCS) and National Project Teams (NPT), and will be responsible for the following duties: Manages projects involving feasibility studies, systems analysis, design, development, and implementation of new, moderately complex systems, and/or participates as a member of a development team with responsibility for major components of the more complex systems. Develops detailed system and other technical specifications and user documentation for ASYCUDA, ASYREC, Exemptions and other systems. Provides specialized advice to NCSs and NPTs, analysing users requirements and translating these into new applications; determines application systems integration and linkage issues. Maintains, upgrades, or enhances existing ASYCUDA user systems; troubleshoots and provides continuing user support, to include resolving difficult problems, advising on the use of new techniques, monitoring transactions to measure performance and continued effectiveness of ASYCUDA assigned systems, etc. Develops and maintains ASYCUDA proprietary programs, including based on ASYCUDA new technology that require integration of many interrelated systems and program elements; ensures appropriate data security and access controls considering both local and wide area issues. Organizes and performs unit and integrated testing, designing, and utilizing test bases; assists users in acceptance testing. Develops customs training materials, operating and user manuals; trains staff in assigned systems. Develops disaster recovery plans and ensures appropriate planning and training of those responsible. Participates in writing reports and papers on systems-related topics, system requirements, information strategy, etc. Provides guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff, consultants, etc.

Desired Candidate Profile

Knowledge of information technology/information management, particularly in systems analysis, database design and programming related to customs and international trade digitalization. Knowledge of several high level programming languages and significant exposure to and demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of programming and analysis, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems, scripting and query languages, document design and management, hardware and software requirements, systems facilities and execution protocols. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, to include proficiency in the development and implementation of systems of moderate size/complexity. Knowledge of interactive systems; good knowledge of organization s information infrastructure and IT strategy as it relates to user area(s); independently maintains assigned systems and develops innovative approaches to resolve a wide range of issues/problems. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Company Industry

  • Recruitment
  • Placement Firm
  • Executive Search

Department / Functional Area

  • IT Software

Keywords

  • INFORMATION SYSTEMS OFFICER

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