Digital Technology Specialist at St Bridget College

St. Bridget College is one of Nigeria's leading secondary schools, located in Aba, we provide world-class education to students in a well-managed boarding setting. Our award-winning institution provides Christian-centered education with a strong focus on science and technical education.

As we enter our third decade, we are looking for outstanding leaders to shepherd the next generation of St. Bridget's students into adulthood.

Job Position: Digital Technology Specialist

Location: Aba, Abia State

Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications.
 
Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate’s needs but no later than July 2nd, 2013.

Background:
St. Bridget's is leading the nation in adopting digital technology in the classroom. We are looking for a Digital Technology Specialist to assist us with the testing and deployment of digital learning tools in the classroom.

Key Function:
This position involves the testing, deployment and maintenance of digital learning tools such as tablet devices, desktop computers, e-book readers, e-book servers, managed learning tools and other technologies that facilitate learning. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy back-office technology support tools as well as provide training and coaching support for students and teachers as they adopt and adapt to the new technologies. Copied from: hotnigerianjobs.com

Core Tasks:

• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
• Advise students and teachers about or perform maintenance of software system.
• Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
• Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements, or resolve customer problems.
• Direct software programming and development of documentation.
• Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
• Confer with clients and project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for digital learning projects. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com
• Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.
• Coordinate installation of software system.
• Prepare reports or correspondence concerning project specifications, activities, or status.

Educational Requirement:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (preferably a Master’s Degree) with demonstrated ability in information technology deployment & maintenance and/or applications development.

Technology Skills:

• Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint).
• Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype, ooVoo or similar)
• Comfort with handheld device operating systems (Android/iOS)
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel
• Networking in a mixed network environment
• Server deployment and maintenance (familiarity with Linux servers would be advantageous)
• Maintenance of web site
• Familiarity with php or other scripting tools.

Application Closing Date
April 2nd, 2013

Method of Application
To apply, send a cover letter AND a resume (curriculum vitae) to the email address: jobs@st-bridgets.org In addition to the above, the email MUST include the following:

1. A functioning email address, mobile telephone number and contact information.
2. A discussion of WHY you believe this is a good fit for you.
3. A discussion of your experiences managing schools (or educational institutions) and how you think this will fit into St. Bridget’s. if you have experience outside of education which you believe can be beneficial, kindly discuss them. Copied: hotnigerianjobs.com
4. Your long term career goals and how you think this job at St. Bridget’s will help you realize these personal career goals.