MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
EXTERNAL CIRCULAR NOTICE NO. 3 OF 2025
Reference: FIN/HR/ADVERTS/03
Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following position:
DEPARTMENT: SUPPORT SERVICES
JOB TITLE: Network and Security Administrator
GRADE: H
RESPONSIBLE TO: ICT Application Systems Manager
NO. OF POSITIONS: One (1)
JOB SUMMARY
Network & Security Administrator is responsible for the design and implementation of network security solutions in an organization.
MAIN DUTIES
- Controlling user access to the LAN and ICT Resources like network printers etc. at the Ministry
- Analyses and implements new security protocols for greater efficiency against any threat or malfunctions
- Managing and maintenance of LAN and WAN systems in accordance with industry standards
- Coordinating the acquisition and use of appropriate technologies to support Ministry/institution programme needs
- Monitoring the use of internal data and voice communication facilities (equipment and software)
- Proposing, specifying and implementing improvements of the network facilities
JOB SPECIFICATION
Education and Training
Option 1:
Master’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science with a minimum of three (3) years working experience as Systems Support Officer
OR
Option 2:
Postgraduate Diploma/Honours in Information Technology or Computer Science with a minimum of four (4) years working experience as Systems Support Officer
OR
Option 3:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science from a recognized institution plus a minimum of five (5) years working experience as Systems Support Officer
Certifications in ICT Networks or related field from a recognized university/institution is an added advantage
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Information Communication Technology
- Planning, Organizing, and Coordinating
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
- Innovativeness
- Teamwork and Networking
- Concern for Quality Standards
- Accountability
- Knowledge Management
- Communicating Effectively
- Flexibility
Application Instructions
Applications for the above position should be submitted to: Government Complex, Finance House, 3rd Floor, Room 3022
Applications on relevant forms:
- G.P 104 for serving officers
- G.P 103 for job seekers
Applications must be accompanied by:
- Certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts, ID, CVs
- Council on Higher Education (CHE) certificate of verification
Submission Address:
Human Resources Office
Ministry of Finance and Development Planning
Government Complex, Finance 3rd Floor, Room 3063
P.O. Box 395, Maseru
Closing Date: Monday, 22nd September 2025
Note: Candidates are advised to write their email addresses and two (2) contact numbers at the top of their application forms.