Web Portal Development Expert

General Information

Name of Host Institution: Galaxy Backbone Limited

Position Information

Organizational unit/ Department: Galaxy Backbone Ltd.

Duration of assignment: 1st July 2021- 31st December 2021

Background Information about Host Institution

Galaxy Backbone was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria to operate a nationwide IP-based network that will provide a common platform for connectivity and other infrastructure services for all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of Government.
Galaxy Backbone has the mandate to among others, share ICT infrastructure, applications and services to all Federal Government MDAs and institutions; build and operate a single nation-wide IP broadband network to provide network services to all Federal Government MDAs and institutions; deploy and maintain all national database management systems and transversal applications in government which include government-wide messaging and collaboration, federal public service personnel and payroll system, Government gateway and national portal; Set standards and guidelines for the support of government MDAs in the acquisition and acceptable usage of ICT infrastructure, applications and services across different agencies and government institutions; provide Wide Area Networks (WAN) and Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN) to connect all government entities; and be the provider of technical support to the Ministry of Communication Technology for end to end Quality Assurance of ICT projects and capacity building for ICT professionals in government.

Objectives of Assignment

To develop web portals for Federal Government agencies that enable the following:

• Workplace collaboration
• Secure interface with the public
• Workflow based document management capabilities

Output/Deliverables

• Functional web portals developed using highly collaborative tools
• Integration into Government intranet

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

To build web portals for Federal MDAs

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

a. Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve the performance of self and others.
• Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

b. Technical

• Capacity to conduct a detailed training needs analysis
• Ability to develop training plan capturing training requirement of the institution and appropriate training delivery methodology
• Ability to work well with stakeholders to help formulate and deliver timely and effective training materials across relevant departments
• Excellent Capacity in the use of SharePoint Online and application Development and Support
• Capacity to demonstrate learning and development experience particularly in technology refresh, MS Windows and productivity suite upgrades
• Capacity to design, develop and support technology infrastructure, hardware, software and office systems support and distribution
• Capacity in Systems Performance Management and technology integration functions

Education and Experience

M.A. (or higher) in one or combination of any of the below disciplines;

• Web portal development
• Software application development
• Computer operations
• Technology development and architecture
• IT infrastructure management
• Cloud computing
• Application service

Experience:

• Experienced web developer
• Understanding of software development cycle
• Experience in conducting research, providing short term training
• Demonstrated 5 years’ experience in project management and implementation
• Knowledge of Government and Public Sector Administration
• Experience in private sector service delivery

Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required