Welcome to Graduate School of Telecommunications and Information Technology

The qualifications and experiences for the positions are:

Positions	Qualifications	Experience
Assistant Professor and Above	An earned PhD Degree or equivalent in the relevant field of study from a recognized University, or	o Zero years of experience after earning PhD degree and above.
Assistant Professor and Above	MBA/MSc in the relevant field of study from a recognized University	o A minimum of four years effective teaching as a lecturer and at least one publication in reputable journal and have worked at the rank of Assistant Professor in other institutions of higher learning.
Senior Lecturer	MBA/MSc in the relevant field of study from a recognized University	o A minimum of five years teaching experience as a lecturer after earning the Masters degree.
Lecturer	MBA/MSc in the relevant filed of study from a recognized University	o At least two years of professional experience in his area of specialization prior or after earning the Masters Degree, or o Had served as an assistant lecturer for at least two years before earning the Masters Degree

Duties and Responsibilities:

Engage actively in research and consultancy services,
Establish research programs and priorities with fellow faculty members,
Develop teaching materials, deliver courses, and design innovative programs,
Participate in conferences, symposia, and community services, and
Supervise projects and research students.

1.2 Technical Positions

Position: Supervisor, Computing Services
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Administer the local area network of the College by reviewing the server and network logs each day to check abnormal indications; ensuring that e-mail, internet, remote access and all related services are functioning at optimum efficiency; minimizing network downtime; and assuring server data integrity and security,
·        Maintain user login accounts, home directories, and e-mail accounts,
·        Implement an efficient system for disaster recovery, virus protection data security and Internet security,
·        Coordinate with Internet service provider to resolve Internet access and service issues,
·        Ensuring the development, management and responsiveness of relevant Websites, electronic discussion lists, and related activities,
·        Managing and supporting the College’s Video Conferencing facilities,
·        In general, the incumbent is expected to provide technical support to staff and students on the various ICT Services of the College that include communications (voice, video, high performance data/messaging networks), and development and management of different databases,
·        Other duty as assigned by the College Management.

Qualification and Work Experience
MSc or BSC in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
For MSc applicants, at least 4 years (in an area related to the above listed tasks), out of which 2 years in supervisory position. For applicants with BA degree, at least 6 years (in an area related to the above listed tasks), out of which 3 years in supervisory position. Certifications on Networking/Internetworking or related courses from recognized institutions will be advantageous.

2 – Administrative Positions

2.1 Position: Head – Planning and Business Development

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan, coordinate, supervise and manage the overall planning and business development activities of the College;
On the basis of directions provided by the College Management, prepare and present short, medium, and long-term strategic plans of the College;
Plan and develop the marketing and financial strategy of the College based on the overall strategic plans of the College;
Study and propose a portfolio of planned qualitative and quantitative changes to the College Management;
Prepare and produce aggregate plan performance report of the College on periodic basis;
Organize and manage required resources of planning and business development,
Other duty as assigned by the College Management.

Qualification and Experience

The applicant must possess MSc/MBA/MA in Economics or Business Administration or Marketing Management. Well-experienced applicants with BSc/BA degree in Economics or Business Management or Marketing Management can also apply.

For MSc/MBA/MA applicants, 3 years, out of which 2 years is in supervisory position (practical experience in the planning, implementation and monitoring of strategic plans and business development activities). For applicants with BA/BSc degree, five to seven years, out of which three years is in supervisory position. Experience at higher learning institutions is advantageous.

2.2 Position: Head – Finance

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure all the financial transactions are performed as per the rules and regulations of the College,
Control the budget of the College and its proper utilization,
Responsible for the general administration of the budget of the College,
Oversee the day to day financial transaction of the College,
Ensure efficient, effective, and qualitative financial functions,
Organize and manage required resources of finance,
Report on major financial plans, payments, budget request, and overall performance,
Other duty as assigned by the College Management.

Qualification and Experience

The applicant must possess bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Professional certification like ACCA is advantageous.

Six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in finance and related activities out of which three years is in supervisory positions. Experience at higher learning institutions is advantageous.

2.3 Position: Head – Purchase and Supply

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan, organize, direct, coordinate and supervise the purchase and supply (both local and foreign) activities of the College;
Manage and control the College’s purchase in order to maintain and ensure continuous and adequate supply of needed resources to all end users at all times;
Plan and direct the stores and delivery operation of the College and carries out annual inventory of supplies from control records;
Ensure that purchase and supply regulations and procedures are properly implemented, suggests the revision and changes of existing ones and proposes new regulations and procedures related to same at the College;
Direct and review preparation of specifications and analysis of bids for materials and equipments in consultation with end users;
Maintain sound relations with all present and prospective venders and contractors while negotiating for prices, condition of purchase, delivery terms and other conditions of contract or supply,
Organize and manage required resources of purchase and supply,
Other duty as assigned by the College Management.

Education and Experience

The applicant must possess bachelor’s degree or equivalent in purchasing and supplies management or procurement. Relevant professional training in purchase and supplies management is advantageous.
Six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing and supply system management out of which three years is in supervisory positions.

2.4 Position: Internal Auditor

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Organize and manage the functions of internal audit of the College.
Undertake internal audit reviews across all activities of the College;
Develop and determine the College’s internal risk assessment control system, control objectives and audit program of the College;
Evaluate the reliability and integrity of the financial and operational systems and information of the College;
Identify recommendations for improvements that are based on audit findings;
Provide with periodic status reports of the internal audit activities and findings,
Other duty as and when assigned.

Education and Experience

The applicant must possess bachelor’s degree in Accounting. And five years of progressively responsible experience in internal auditing activities is required. Experience in higher learning institutions is advantageous.

2.5 Position: Purchaser

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Receive, analyze and edit requisitions for the purchase of materials, supplies and equipment.
Confer with the user departments concerning the availability, cost and use of commodities.
Analyze quotations and determines the most suitable vendors.
Advise user departments and vendors regarding appropriate purchasing methods and procedures.
Investigate and resolves complaints related to receipt of goods and performance of services.
Maintain detailed purchasing records including commodity and service codes.
Assist senior staff on large purchasing projects.
Use computerized systems to process purchase order, research vendors and produce reports as required.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualification and Work Experience

Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management from recognized institutions of higher learning.

At least two years of experience in purchasing activities at higher academic institutions.

Terms and Conditions for All Applicants

Ø Application documents can be obtained in person from the College Adm. Office or downloaded from our website: www.gstit.edu.et

Ø Curriculum Vitae, copies of degrees, at least two recommendation letters and contact address should accompany the application,

Ø Candidates possessing higher qualifications and experience will be preferred;

Ø Salary and benefits are attractive and negotiable,

Ø Application deadline is May 30, 2005.

Ø Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview,

Ø For further information or to send your application please use the following address:

College of Telecommunications and Information Technology (CTIT), P.o.Box 27160/1000 ;Tel. 169900 ; Fax 667679 ; E-mail gstit@ethionet.et , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Only short listed applicants will be contacted
Here is Application Form