Systems Analyst (MIS/IT 5)

Summary

Under the supervision of the Commission of Mines, the Systems Analyst (MIS/IT 5) is responsible for managing the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) activities of the Mines and Geology Division to plan, design, implement and administer information systems. Salary Range: 💰 $5,198,035 – $6,990,779 JMD per annum.

Responsibilities

• • Technical/Professional
• • Analyses user requirements to design and implement computer systems for all Units in the Division;
• • Co-ordinates network planning, implementation as well as modification;
• • Implements Routing and Remote technologies to facilitate intra-ministry communication;
• • Deploys existing system resources to additional operations;
• • Schedules the use of various equipment to optimize output;
• • Plans and re-engineers the Division’s processes to accommodate technology to achieve efficiency;
• • Analyses data management systems with the mechanism required to design, implement, secure and manage relational databases;
• • Designs and maintains website for the Division in keeping with the Government of Jamaica’s (GOJ) guidelines on web standards;
• • Manages the Division’s computer facility by supervising the allocation of computer resources and user time;
• • Provides staff and users with assistance in solving computer related problems, such as malfunctions and programme problems;
• • Provides technical assistance and training for the Division’s staff;
• • Tests, maintains, and monitors computer programmes and systems, including co-ordinating the installation of computer programmes and systems;
• • Uses object-oriented programming languages, as well as client/server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology;
• • Confers with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer programme is to address;
• • Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve workflow;
• • Determines computer software or hardware needed to set up or alter system;
• • Analyzes information processing or computation needs and plans and designs computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling and information engineering;
• • Develops, documents and revises system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards;
• • Recommends new equipment or software packages;
• • Reads manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn how to develop programmes that meet staff and user requirements;
• • Utilizes the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems;
• • Prepares cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in decisions on system implementation;
• • Develops Geological Information Systems capabilities and acquires applications for spatial data deployment in keeping with GOJ standards;
• • Supervises daily operation of GIS support;
• • Develops specifications and employs the competitive bidding process for the procurement of the Division’s software as well as hardware equipment;
• • Designs/acquires training manuals in requisite software to facilitate staff training;
• • Assumes responsibility for the security of the Division’s hardware and software;
• • Supervises the introduction of all new technology in the Division, in keeping with its overall goal;
• • Proposes new ICT strategies and programmes for the Division, primarily to achieve efficiency as well as data security;
• • Plans and implements backup procedure for in-house data;
• • Implements and manages all electronic records management system;
• • Implements fault tolerance for computer systems;
• • Supervises minor repairs and certifies all major repairs;
• • Acts as liaison officer for all ICT related areas to the GOJ;
• • Assists in administering and co-ordinating the Access to Information Act;
• • Provides ICT support to all bilateral and multilateral projects in the Division;
• • Designs and implements an integrated database for the Division;
• • Participates in the GOJ’s MIS Officer’s Group, ATI Committee, Land Information Council of Jamaica (LICJ), as well as other ICT meetings and seminars;
• • Participates in the Division’s Disaster Preparedness Committee.
• • Management/Administrative
• • Participates in the organization’s strategic planning process;
• • Prepares and monitors the Unit’s Operational Plan and budget, ensuring the work is carried out according to guidelines and agreed targets achieved;
• • Prepares ICT unit plan;
• • Prepares individual work plans;
• • Provides guidance/advise to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners and Directors on ICT matters;
• • Represents the Division at meetings, conferences and other functions as directed;
• • Prepares list of computer hardware to be insured;
• • Prepares monthly activity report for the Unit;
• • Supervises the Unit’s staff in their daily duties.
• • Human Resources
• • Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommend and/or initiates corrective action, where necessary, to improve performance and/or attain established personal and/or organizational goals;
• • Provides leadership and guidance to staff through effective planning, delegation, communication, coaching, mentoring and training;
• • Participates in the recruitment of staff for the Unit and recommends transfer, promotion, termination and leave in accordance with established human resource policies and procedures;
• • Ensures that the staff are aware of and adhere to the policies, procedures and regulations of the Government of Jamaica;
• • Ensures the welfare and development needs of staff are clearly identified and addressed;
• • Performs other related functions assigned from time to time by the Commissioner.

Required Skills

• Core Competencies:

  • • Analytical Thinking
  • • Planning and Organizing
  • • Oral and Written Communication
  • • Strategic Vision
  • • Good Interpersonal Skills
  • • Customer and Quality Focus
  • • Leadership
  • • Initiative
  • • Problem solving and decision making

• Technical Competencies:

  • • In-depth knowledge of application software development
  • • Knowledge of web application software
  • • Presentation and reporting
  • • Research and evaluation
  • • Basic knowledge of GIS operations

• Knowledge of:

  • • Structured design techniques, tools and principles
  • • Relational database management software
  • • Integration of multi-vendor application software
  • • IT application testing and evaluation techniques
  • • Procurement
  • • Project Management

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Management Information Systems or related areas from a recognized institution
• • Certificate in Project Management in an ICT environment
• • Five (5) years’ experience in Systems Analysis and managing a computer environment

Additional Information and Instructions

• Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

  • • Required to work in air-conditioned server room with lower temperatures than a typical office environment.
  • • Long working hours

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Tuesday, 11th February, 2025 to: Senior Director Human Resource Management and Development Division Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Hope Gardens Kingston 6 📧 Email: jobopportunities@moa.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Systems Analyst (MIS/IT 5) 🔑 Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.

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