IT Officer at Anza Entrepreneurs Tanzania

IT Officer at Anza Entrepreneurs October 2024

Job type: Full-time
About Anza
Anza
is a Tanzanian organisation that provides entrepreneurs with the
capacity, capital, and community they need to thrive via the Anza
Accelerator, Growth Fund and Anza Hub spaces. Our services assist
entrepreneurs to strengthen their operations, increase profitability,
and scale their social impact to create more jobs and improve access to
underserved markets. Anza is also actively engaged in shaping
and maturing the Tanzanian innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In
addition to selling our services directly to entrepreneurs, Anza also
provides business development services to entrepreneurs connected to
our partner organisations, such as MEDA, CARE, UNCDF, Funguo, Aga
Khan Foundation and Dorcas Foundation as they also share our belief
in supporting entrepreneurs. Anza has offices in Arusha and Dar
es Salaam

About the Role
Anza
Entrepreneurs is seeking a proactive and skilled IT officer to manage,
maintain, and enhance the organisation’s digital platforms and websites,
including the Anza website and the PesaTech website. The successful
candidate will also oversee platforms such as Google Workspace, Anza
Management Platform, and the Anza Marketplace, ensuring smooth
operation, security, and optimization. This role involves
troubleshooting technical issues, supporting staff with digital tools,
and playing a key role in Anza’s digital strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

○ Oversee the Anza and PesaTech websites, ensuring they are secure, up-to-date, and running efficiently.
○ Perform regular content updates, optimise site performance, and troubleshoot issues across both websites.
○ Ensure compatibility across browsers, devices, and platforms, and collaborate with the Communications team for timely updates.

Platform Support:
○ Manage and maintain key digital platforms including Google Workspace, Anza Management Platform, and Anza Marketplace.
○ Provide technical support and training to staff using these platforms, ensuring smooth and efficient usage.
○ Ensure data integrity, security, and backup across platforms, resolving any technical issues.
○ Ensure adoption and usage of Anza Management platform and Anza Marketplace
○ Updating the platform to capture wide needs of the Organisation.

System Optimization & Security:
○ Conduct regular security checks on all platforms and websites to protect against unauthorised access and cyber threats.
○ Implement protocols for data security and recovery across websites and digital platforms.
○ Monitor platform and website performance, optimising loading speeds and reducing downtime.

Technical Troubleshooting:
○ Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to websites and digital platforms.
○
Act as the main point of contact for any technical problems that arise
with websites or platforms, providing timely solutions.
Collaboration& Staff Support:
○ Collaborate with the
Communications and Operations teams to ensure that Anza’s digital
strategy is aligned with organisational goals.
○ Provide staff with training and support on Google Workspace, Anza

Management Platform, and Anza Marketplace as needed. Innovation& Improvement:
○ Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends, and recommend improvements to Anza’s digital platforms and websites.
○ Propose and implement redesigns, new features, or functionality improvements as required to ensure digital excellence.
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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing websites and digital platforms, including
  Google Workspace (Attach relevant projects or works you have conducted )
• Strong
  knowledge of website development languages such as HTML, CSS,
  JavaScript, Laravel, MySQL and CMS platforms like WordPress, and Github
• Experience managing CRM systems, cloud services, and marketplace platforms.
• Understanding of web hosting, domain management, and website security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot a range of technical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience providing training to non-technical staff.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Preferred Skills: Experience managing platforms like Google Workspace, CRMs, and/or online marketplaces.
• Knowledge of data security protocols, SEO, and GDPR compliance.
• Familiarity with project management tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., Trello, Slack, Asana).

How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter detailing their qualifications
and experience to hr@anza.co.com or visit https://anzaentrepreneurs.co.tz/it–specialist/
by 20th October 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.