Web Designer (MIS/IT 4)

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direct supervision of the Director, Agricultural Information Systems (MIS/IT 7), the Web Designer (MIS/IT 4) is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of websites and intranets to support the marketing information requirement of the Ministry. The incumbent will also be responsible for effectively enhancing the Ministry’s marketing thrust with his/her knowledge of current web technologies and systems. 

KEY OUTPUTS

• Web-based solutions designed to provide marketing intelligence 
• Websites securely maintained 
• Website queries/comments appropriately dispatched. 
• Web-based solutions evaluated and updated. 
• Clients' needs identified and addressed 
• Reports produced 
• Research conducted 
• Recommendations made 
• New technologies adopted and implemented 
• User access and privileges monitored 

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Administrative Responsibilities 

• Participates in the development of the Section’s Corporate/Operational Plans, Budget and Individual Work Plans; 
• Maintains customer service principles, standards, and measurements;
• Prepares and submits monthly/quarterly/annual reports on activities.
• Represents the Section at meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars. 

Technical/Professional Responsibilities 

• Collaborates with the Principal Director and Director, Agricultural Information Systems on website, dissemination methods, and data capture interfaces
• Constructs web pages and reports in accordance with content supplied and required/industry standards and timeframe. 
• Designs, applies, and maintains appropriate graphical content on websites
• Ensures provision for user search, feedback, and links to associated websites
• Identifies and communicates to the Director, Agricultural Information Systems any technical problems related to website and intranet development/maintenance 
• Analyzes website traffic using site analysis tools and prepares management reports.
• Monitors website accuracy and ensures periodic content update.
• Monitors website queries/comments and dispatches appropriately for action.
• Monitors the security of the website giving due consideration to constantly emerging threats. 
• Ensures that all security systems and measures are always in place and in effect.
• Assists with monitoring user access and privileges for web based applications.
• Investigates system errors and reports or corrects such errors 
• Ensures that the Ministry’s marketing thrust is effectively enhanced by the promotion of current web technologies and systems 
• Researches and recommends new technologies to enhance the Agricultural Marketing Information and Incentives Branch. 
• Adopts and implements new technologies as agreed through discussions with the Principal Director and the Director, Agricultural Information Systems.
• Assist in the preparation of data forms and data capture mechanisms, checking of completed forms, and data entry for the analyses and summary of survey and other data. 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Any other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the Principal Director, Agricultural Marketing Information and Incentives and the Director, Agricultural Information Systems. 

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Web base solutions effectively evaluated and accurately updated within the specified timeframes. 
• Clients’ needs appropriately identified and addressed within the agreed timeframe Websites and intranets designed are attractive, secure, and are in keeping with the stipulated requirements and standards. 
• Effective systems security measures are in place, always operational, and in compliance with stipulated requirements. 
• User-friendly website solutions are always in keeping with the Ministry’s requirements, standards, and operating policies 
• Reports are accurate, evidence-based, comprehensive, and produced in the required format timeframe. 
• New technologies adopted are effective and implemented in accordance with the stipulated guidelines and agreed time frame. 
• User access and privileges carefully monitored and are in effect at all times
• Sound recommendations made in accordance with the Ministry’s guidelines and agreed time frame. 
• Confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism displayed in the delivery of duties and interaction with staff at all times. 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Core

• Good interpersonal skills
• Good teamwork and cooperation skills
• Good oral communication skills
• Good written communication skills
• Good analytical thinking skills
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong customer and quality focus skills
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Ability to influence and motivate others
• Ability to use initiative
• Integrity
• Creativity, innovation, and keen attention to detail 

Technical 

• Excellent knowledge of Web Design, construction and implementation
• Excellent knowledge of Graphics and Animation tools
• Excellent knowledge of web development tools.
• Fluency with markup and programming languages including HTML, XML, Java and CSS languages tools
• Excellent knowledge of Integration of multi-vendor/web application Software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other Related software.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc in Computer Science, Graphic Design or related field. 
• A background of working in agriculture and/or training in agriculture or biological systems would be an asset. 
• Two (2) years experience in web related programming

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• Critical deadlines to be met. 
• Prolonged period sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

AUTHORITY

• Decides on website and web enabled solutions 
• Determines the suitability of security measures to be employed to protect websites and web based applications.

Please note that we thank all for responding, but only short listed applicants will be contacted.