E-Government Agency (eGA) is a semi-autonomous institution established in 2012 under the Executive Agencies Act, No.30 Cap. 245 of 1997. The mandate of eGovernment Agency includes coordination, oversight, provision, promotion of eGovernment initiatives and enforcement of e-Government standards and guidelines in the Public Service.
1.3.1 JOB PURPOSE:
The primary responsibility is to ensure effective planning, execution/provisioning of
audit services on IT systems hardware, software and infrastructure, including
preparation of audit reports. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating
systems, software, infrastructure and related procedures conform to the applicable
regulatory and operational requirements. He/ She should under indirect supervision
perform detailed operational evaluations and undertake control, risk management and
governance assessments in relation to implemented information systems and
infrastructures.
1.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(i) Evaluate ICT, operational and business risks, functions and activities, and
recommend nature, scope, direction and thrust of the proposed corrective
measures;
(ii) Be involved in preparation of annual risk based audit plan in consideration of
the results of the strategic and operational risks assessments;
(iii) Designs audit procedures to execute the annual audit plan in determining
effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes;
(iv) Perform general and application control examination of the computer
information systems;
(v) Undertake audit engagements planning and implementing complex audit test
and appropriate documentation of results;
(vi) Assist the Senior Auditor to determine audit scope and objective and
accordingly develop audit work programs;
(vii) Evaluate the identified critical risks and the respective mitigation approaches.
(viii) Working with the internal audit team to advice on creating a solid information
technology infrastructure and ensuring appropriate policies and procedures
are in place;
(ix) Perform information control assessment to include compliance of system
development standards, operating procedures, system security,
programming controls, communication controls, backup and disaster
recovery, and system maintenance;
(x) Evaluates the adequacy/appropriateness and timeliness of management’s
response and the implemented corrective action taken on issued audit
recommendations;
(xi) Prepare audit finding memoranda and appropriate working papers to ensure
that adequate documentation exists to support the completed audit and
conclusions;
(xii) Determine compliance with relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, policies and
procedures;
(xiii) Providing ad hoc advice and guidance on operational effectiveness and
efficiency;
(xiv) Undertake follow ups on audit findings and recommendations to ensure that
management has taken appropriate corrective action(s);
(xv) Anticipating emerging issues through research and interviews to inform on
audits to be undertaken;
(xvi) Assist and train other audit staff in the use of computerized audit techniques,
and in developing methods for evaluating and analyzing computerized
information systems;
(xvii)Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Auditor.
1.3.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor’s Degree either in Information Technology, Computer Science,
Computer Engineering, ICT Assurance or equivalent degree from a recognized
institution.
1.3.4 TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION:
(i) Possession of recognized auditing/information system certifications such as
CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH, and CCNA will be an added advantage;
(ii) Knowledge in Information Technology Risk Management/Governance
practices;
(iii) Knowledge in Security Fundamentals (in multiple vendor / open source
environments), Linux and Windows Security Administration , Replication and
Mirroring- Virtual Private Networks, Network Security;
(iv) Conversant with internal control frameworks/standards such as COSO/COBIT/
ISO/IEC 27000 etc;
(v) Understanding of multiple technology domains including software
development, Windows, database management, networking, and UNIX
(preferred);
(vi) Understanding of information security standards, best practices for securing
computer systems, and applicable laws and regulations;
(vii) A working knowledge and experience with using Computer Assisted Audit
Techniques (CAATs) technologies and analytics to evaluate controls by
examining relevant data;
(viii) Knowledge of risk management and internal controls in enterprise
environment;
(ix) Knowledge of accounting and/or auditing practices is an added advantage.
1.3.5 OTHER ATTRIBUTES:
(i) Communication, management, and analytical skills with ability to navigate
around and within Agency’s ICT systems and infrastructure;
(ii) Competent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to lead engagements
and mentor others;
(iii) Ability to work well independently or in a team and participate in departmental
projects;
(iv) Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable and accepted
solutions;
(v) Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional,
and technical disciplines.
1.3.6 REMUNERATION:
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable
contacts; postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers;
ii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
advertisement;
iii. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates;
· Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
· Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
· Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
· Birth certificate.
iv. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted
· Form IV and form VI results slips;
· Testimonials and all Partial transcripts.
v. Applicants employed in the Public Service should route their application
letters through their respective employers;
vi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason
should not apply;
vii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
viii. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced level
education should be verified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA) and National Council for Technical Education (NACTE);
ix. Certificates from Foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU);
x. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed/advised to
indicate;
xi. A signed application letters should be written either in Swahili or English and
Addressed to Secretary, Presidents Office, Public Service Recruitment
Secretariat, 27 Bibi Titi Mohammed Road, P.O. Box 63100, Maktaba Complex,
11102 Dar Es Salaam.
xii. Deadline for application is 18th November, 2017 and;
xiii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview;
xiv. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate to legal
action;
APPLY ONLINE THROUGH
NOTE: All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the
following address; http://portal.ajira.go.tz and not otherwise (This address
also can be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)
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