2 JOB POSITIONS AT Remote Group: ( Deadline : 13 February 2020 )

2 JOB POSITIONS AT Remote Group: ( Deadline : 13 February 2020 )

IT Manager AT Remote Group: ( Deadline : 13 February 2020 )

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Remote Group seeks to hire qualified and experienced personnel to fill the following position;

Job Title:                     IT Manager

Reporting To:             Chief of Staff

Location:                    Rwanda

Summary:

The IT Manager will manage the company’s technology operations and requirements and the implementation of new IT systems and policies. The role requires knowledge and information on current IT and computer systems but also the future advancements that the company wants to take advantage of. Experienced in creating and implementing IT policies and systems that will meet the objectives of the company are essential. The goal is to ensure IT systems and people are effective and functioning within the limits of budget, time and specifications of the company.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

The IT Manager will monitor and maintain the computer systems and networks of an organization. He/she will be installing and configuring computer systems, diagnosing hardware and software faults and solving technical and applications problems, either over the phone or in person.

• Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications
• Talk to staff either face-to-face or over the phone, to help set up systems or resolve issues
• Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and
• Solving hardware or software faults
• Replace parts as required
• Support the roll-out of new applications
• set up new users’ accounts and profiles and deal with password issues
• Test and evaluate new technology

 Cloud Application Support

• He/she requires experience in cloud-based technologies to manage and support Remote Group cloud applications. Some of the requirements for this include:
• Hand-on ERP development tools
• Experience in Supporting ERP Applications (deploying and
• debugging cloud Software)
• Building and designing database services in the cloud
• Experience designing and supporting Microsoft Azure and Amazon Cloud environments, including IaaS and PaaS
• Proficiency with .Net, Python, or other scripting languages
• Demonstrable experience deploying enterprise workloads to Azure
• Design and implement data protection
• He/she requires basic networking knowledge to be able to manage internet bandwidth
• Maintain and control computer networks and related computing environments together with structures software, programs software, hardware, and configurations.
• Monitor overall network performance to decide if changes want to be made.
• Carry out the configuration of routing and switching equipment.

Key Requirements and Qualifications

• At least 4+ Years of Experience as a full time IT professional
• BSc/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus
• Hands-on experience with deploying and managing cloud-based application
• Knowledge of web services, API, REST and RPC
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, and distributed networks.
• Demonstrable experience in supporting staff remotely
• Database experience, including knowledge of MS SQL and NoSQL, and related data stores such as Postgres.
• Experience in analysis, implementation, and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications
• Ability to create technology architectures and recommendations for Executive Reviews
• Experience in controlling information technology budget Excellent experience in IT security

To Apply:

If you would like to apply for the above role, please send your updated CV and Motivation Letter to jobs@remotegroup.com  indicating in the subject bar the title of the role before 4:00 pm, on 14^th February 2020.

Project Manager AT Remote Group: ( Deadline : 13 February 2020 )

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Remote Group seeks to hire qualified and experienced personnel to fill the following position;

Job Title:                     Project Manager

Reporting To:             Group Head of Construction

Location:                    Rwanda

 Summary:

 The role holder will initiate, plan, supervise and deliver a wide range of construction projects from start to finish.  The Project Manager will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure that they are completed in a timely and efficient manager.  The Project Manager will ultimately be the accountable executive for the project, managing the progress reporting to the Project Board and mitigating risks and delays. We would expect the role holder to be well versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountability of delivery of the project against time, cost, quality, and risk to the Project Board
• Collaborate with all heads of departments and co-ordinate work packages
• Create project plans, milestone projections, and a critical path
• Determine required resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
• Accountable for all project documentation as stated in the Project Charter
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
• Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies which could delay the delivery

• Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities

• Evaluate progress, prepare contingency arrangements and fall back plans.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues
• Create a strong management team with clear roles and responsibilities.
• Assess the performance of the management team and seek to consistently upgrade the skills through coaching, mentoring or additional training.

• Manage effective relationships with vendors, sub-contractors and Remote Group head office

Key Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management
• PMP or equivalent Project Management certification
• Minimum 7 years’ experience working as a project manager within the construction industry
• Proficient in Excel or alternate tool
• An in-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
• Exceptionally well organized with an aptitude for data and interpretation
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Networking and interpersonal skills
• Able to generate budgets and reports
• Presentation skills, able to explain concepts concisely and accurately
• Able to develop cooperative relationships with department heads
• Creative thinking skills and ability to solve problems
• East Africa experience preferred

 To Apply:

 If you would like to apply for the above role, please send your updated CV and Motivation Letter to jobs@remotegroup.com indicating in the subject bar the title of the role before 4:00 pm, on 13^th February 2020.