Supervisory Information Management Specialist – U.S. Embassy Tanzania

Employer: U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam
Office: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Tanzania
Position: Supervisory Information Management Specialist
Announcement Number: DaresSalaam-2026-015
Series/Grade: LE-1805-11
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Vacancies: 1
Salary: TZS 105,131,206 per year
Application Period: 20 August – 3 September 2026
Security Clearance: Public Trust – Background Investigation
Travel: Occasional
Telework: Not eligible

Important Eligibility

This vacancy is for internal candidates only.

Eligible applicants are current employees of the U.S. Mission in Tanzania. Although the hiring path is listed as open to the public, the position eligibility specifically states internal candidates only.

Job Summary

The U.S. Mission in Tanzania is seeking a Supervisory Information Management Specialist to lead information technology services and support at CDC-Tanzania.

Reporting to the Deputy Country Director, the position provides strategic IT leadership, manages IT operations and infrastructure, supervises IT personnel, ensures cybersecurity and information-system integrity, and advises CDC management on technology investments and solutions.

The role also serves as the principal IT liaison between CDC-Tanzania, CDC Headquarters and regional IT advisers.

Major Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning – 15%

• Lead strategic planning for CDC-Tanzania’s information and communication technology systems.
• Advise senior management on hardware, software, financial and human-resource IT requirements.
• Develop and maintain IT strategic plans.
• Serve as the principal consultant on IT decisions in Tanzania.
• Develop and maintain IT systems architecture.
• Establish standards and protocols for data exchange, communications software and network interconnection.
• Support technology pilot projects as required.

2. Management & Coordination – 30%

• Ensure compliance with U.S. Government, Department of Health and Human Services and CDC information-management policies.
• Develop and monitor hardware and software standards.
• Supervise three CDC-Tanzania operations positions.
• Develop IT standard operating procedures.
• Evaluate staff performance and take appropriate personnel actions.
• Develop IT budgets and operating plans.
• Manage ICT equipment inventories, software applications and licences.
• Conduct application risk assessments.
• Ensure systems meet security requirements and are protected against malware and other threats.
• Coordinate IT training and staff capacity development.
• Manage relationships with vendors, service providers, regulators and consultants.
• Support procurement of ICT equipment and services.
• Prepare and monitor the CDC-Tanzania ICT Annual Budget and Operating Plan.
• Develop performance-monitoring and reporting systems.

3. ICT Operations & Technical Responsibilities – 30%

The successful candidate will provide advanced technical oversight covering:

• Server administration and configuration.
• LAN/WAN administration.
• Network security and access controls.
• Firewall management.
• Network backups and software upgrades.
• Performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Voice over IP and digital video conferencing.
• Remote access services.
• Internet and intranet access.
• Hardware and software installation and upgrades.
• Network infrastructure and connectivity.
• User rights and access management.
• File-management services and server logs.
• Cybersecurity and data-security controls.
• Security cameras and building-access systems.
• Technical support for CDC programmes and implementing partners.

The position will provide expert management of the LAN supporting approximately 85 users.

4. Supervision & Leadership – 25%

• Assign work and provide direction to IT staff.
• Monitor employee performance and conduct appraisals.
• Develop and review position descriptions.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of IT personnel.
• Recommend staffing, training and personnel actions.
• Manage IT support services throughout CDC-Tanzania.
• Lead ICT and information-systems projects.
• Manage project priorities, costs, schedules, risks, quality and resources.
• Develop and enforce policies protecting networks and data.
• Support strategic ICT planning and lifecycle management.
• Provide advanced IT training to CDC staff and implementing partners.
• Promote interoperability and adoption of appropriate technology standards.

Education Requirements

Applicants must have a Master’s degree in one of the following:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Information Systems
• Management Information Systems
• Business Administration plus a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Information Systems
• A related major

Applicants must also hold at least one of these professional certifications:

• ITIL Foundation
• CCNA

Professional Experience

Candidates must have:

• At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in computer information systems.
• At least 3 years of experience managing Microsoft Windows servers and workstations and administering LAN/WAN environments.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.

Language Requirements

• English: Level 4 – fluent speaking, reading and writing.
• Swahili: Level 4 – fluent speaking, reading and writing.

Language proficiency may be tested.

Technical Knowledge

Applicants should have advanced specialist knowledge of:

• IT administration and software.
• Microsoft Windows Server.
• Microsoft Exchange.
• Microsoft Windows network configuration.
• Network security.
• Microsoft Office.
• Current Microsoft Windows operating systems.
• Servers and personal computers.
• Network and wireless equipment.
• Printers and audiovisual equipment.

Skills & Abilities

The successful candidate must be capable of independently diagnosing and resolving complex IT problems involving:

• Hardware
• Software
• Servers
• Networks
• Connectivity
• Bandwidth
• Voice over IP
• Computer equipment

The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to develop practical solutions to technically complex problems.

Security & Medical Requirements

Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain:

• Required security clearance/certificate.
• Medical certification.

The recruitment process includes a background investigation and pre-employment medical examination.

Required Application Documents

All applicants should provide applicable:

• Proof of citizenship.
• Work permit, if applicable.
• University degree.
• University transcript.
• Master’s degree.
• Master’s transcript.
• ITIL Foundation or CCNA certificate.
• Resume/CV.

Additional documentation applies to Eligible Family Member applicants.

Application Process

Applicants should select “Apply to This Vacancy” through the U.S. Mission’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system.

The application must clearly address:

• Education
• Professional experience
• English and Swahili proficiency
• Technical knowledge
• Skills and abilities
• Other stated requirements

Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Applications can be edited before the closing date, but applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered.

Application Deadline

3 September 2026

Time Zone: GMT+3

How to Apply

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

HR Contact: DAR-Recruitment@state.gov
Telephone: 022-229-4000

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