We’re transforming Africa through innovative scientific training, technical advances and breakthrough discoveries!
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS, www.nexteinstein.org) is a pan-African network of centres of excellence for postgraduate training, research and outreach in mathematical sciences. Its mission is to enable Africa's brightest students to flourish as independent thinkers, problem solvers and innovators capable of propelling Africa's future scientific, educational and economic self-sufficiency. The first AIMS centre opened in Cape Town, South Africa in 2003; since 2011, AIMS has opened additional centres in Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon and Tanzania. AIMS is preparing to open it’s 6th Centre in Kigali, Rwanda. The goal of the AIMS Next Einstein Initiative (AIMS-NEI) is to build a pan-African network of 15 centres of excellence across the continent by 2023.
Each AIMS centre provides an intensive and broad education to over 50 African students each year and prepares them for leadership careers in academia, governance and industry. The AIMS educational program relies on top international lecturers who teach in a 24-hour learning environment.
Within the context of an unprecedented mission and a pioneering innovative math and science education institution, AIMS Rwanda is slated to welcome its first roster of students August 2016. Consider joining our newest Centre as the…
Information Technology (IT) Manager
The Centre’s IT infrastructure provides a powerful foundation to the 24-hour learning environment which underpins the AIMS academic model. In this start up role, you will ensure a fully operational platform with both proactive and responsive service to students and staff members alike to enable optimal performance.
Within the existing AIMS-NEI IT framework, you will plan for, install and manage the Centre’s IT system for a growing user base of students, staff and visiting professionals to include and not limited to: computer procurement and installation, network administration, Internet access and security, telephone services, sourcing and managing the use of licensed and open-source software and other electronic functions to be specified from time to time.
In addition, you will collaborate with academic partners, in Rwanda and internationally, to develop and share best practices to enhance and leverage the AIMS-NEI IT platform, manage and monitor the IT budget, bringing forward opportunities/recommendations to inform management decisions, and with designated network colleagues, develop and maintain the Centre’s web site.
This is a 2 year, full-time contract opportunity and will be based in Kigali, Rwanda.
Do you have what we need?
· Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or related discipline
· Extensive experience of the Linux applications and development environment
· Minimum 3 years in a similar position
· Relevant IT experience including good knowledge of desktop applications (Microsoft Office Suite), networking (LAN/WAN) and internet applications/tools (Dropbox, Skype, Gmail, etc.)
· Systems security administration experience
· Strong systems, network and application design background
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an innate ability to simplify complex information
· Logical analytical skills with an ability to think and problem solve independently
· Fluency in English is essential; French is desirable
· Flexible to adapt to an evolving environment
· Experience working with an international NGO, an asset
HOW TO APPLY:
Are you ready to be a part of the transformation?
Submit your letter of motivation, including salary expectations together with a detailed CV to:careers@nexteinstein.org (Please quote “IT Manager, RWA” in the subject line). Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2016.
Should no feedback be received from AIMS-NEI within four weeks of your submission, kindly accept that your application will not be further pursued. AIMS-NEI reserves the right not to make an appointment at its sole discretion.
AIMS-NEI is an equal opportunity employer.
