Job Identification: 241003

Location: Work from Home Position (Online)

Posting Date: 10/10/2024, 14:30 PM

Apply Before: 30/10/2024, 00:00 AM

Job Schedule: Part time

Organization: Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience (CEFRES)

Category: Think Tank

Contract Duration: 6 Months (renewable)

Education & Work Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Minimum of one year of experience in IT support or a similar role.

Required Languages: Fluency in English and French is required

Work Start Date: November 2024

About Us

The Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience (CEFRES) is a prominent think tank in Cameroon dedicated to providing evidence-based insights to strengthen economic resilience and reduce poverty across the country. We believe that economic freedom in Cameroon can lead to sustainable, inclusive development and reduce the country’s vulnerability to various economic shocks.

Our vision is of a Cameroonian and African economy capable of withstanding any crisis that may affect it, underpinned by the ideals of economic freedom. We firmly subscribe to the idea that all citizens should have equal opportunities to realize their full potential in order to strengthen their country’s resilience to various shocks. CEFRES focuses on research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives to promote sustainable economic growth, improve institutional quality, and enhance societal resilience.

Our work is instrumental in shaping policies that support inclusive growth and economic resilience. To achieve our goals, we at CEFRES are committed to

• Promote ideas and policies that favor individual freedom and free markets.
• Provide high-quality analysis and research on political and economic issues.
• Support policy reforms that promote individual freedom and free markets.
• Provide a platform for leaders and decision-makers to share ideas and experiences.
• Support member think tanks in their work to promote individual freedom and free markets.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled IT Officer to join our team. The IT Officer will be responsible for managing and maintaining our IT infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of all technology systems, and providing technical support to staff.

Core Values

• Integrity
• Commitment
• Creativity
• Professionalism
• Innovation
• Open to Change

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the organization’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and hardware.
• Provide technical support and training to staff on software and hardware issues.
• Ensure data security and backup procedures are in place and followed.
• Oversee the installation and configuration of new software and hardware.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Develop and implement IT policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand their technology needs and provide solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in IT support or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of network management, data security, and IT infrastructure.
• Proficiency in [specific software or tools relevant to your organization].
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Disclaimer

Non-discrimination

The Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of power. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and policies. CEFRES is an equal opportunity think tank and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or any other status.

Scam warning

No fees are associated with applying, processing, training, interviews, testing, or any other aspect of the application or hiring process with the Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience. Kindly ignore any request for payment that you may receive. It should be noted that names, symbols, and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. For this reason, you should proceed with extreme caution when disclosing sensitive information online.

Application

• All interested candidates must submit a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and relevant experience, a current resume or CV with contact information for two professional references to the following email address: info@cefres.org on or before October 30, 2024.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the recruitment process.
• All applications must include the following information in the subject line of the email: Application for IT Officer Application_Your Name.
• We look forward to receiving your application!