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About the Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. For over 85 years, the organization has worked in more than 80 countries to tackle poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. Plan International partners with children, young people, communities, and governments to deliver sustainable solutions in education, child protection, health, and humanitarian response, while driving policy and practice change globally.
Country IT Specialist job at Plan International | Apply Now
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Are you looking for IT jobs in Tanzania 2025 today? then you might be interested in Country IT Specialist job at Plan International
Full Time
Deadline:
8 Sept 2025
Job Title
Country IT Specialist job at Plan International
Plan International
Job Description
The Country IT Specialist will be responsible for overseeing ICT infrastructure and systems in Tanzania, ensuring alignment with corporate service plans and organizational needs. Reporting to the Head of Finance and IT and the Regional ICT Director, the specialist will provide strategic leadership in ICT service delivery, infrastructure management, and digital transformation. The role includes managing ICT budgets, ensuring data protection, maintaining business continuity, and overseeing ICT security and risk management. The successful candidate will lead the deployment of innovative ICT solutions to enhance Plan International’s operations, serving over 150 ICT users across the Country Office and Programme Units.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Provide strategic and operational leadership of ICT services, infrastructure, and digital transformation.
Deliver ICT infrastructure and services to over 150 ICT users across the Country Office and Programme Units.
Manage ICT budgets (approx. €150,000 annually), including financial planning and resource allocation.
Ensure business continuity, IT security, and risk management are in place and effective.
Oversee ICT systems including desktops, laptops, servers, tablets, printers, routers/switches, and hubs.
Support corporate applications such as ERP systems and HR information systems.
Ensure proper software licensing and compliance.
Manage internet connectivity, troubleshooting, and escalations with ISPs.
Serve as Data Protection Officer and Data Privacy focal point for the country.
Lead ICT4D (ICT for Development) initiatives to improve programme efficiency and innovation.
Train and support staff in ICT tools and systems to enhance effectiveness.
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Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in ICT management, infrastructure, or systems administration.
Proven experience in managing IT security, risk management, and business continuity planning.
Strong understanding of ICT budgeting and financial planning.
Hands-on knowledge of ICT hardware, software, and corporate applications.
Experience with ERP, HRIS, and network management systems.
Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations.
Experience in ICT4D initiatives is an added advantage.
