CIRCULAR NO.1 OF 2025
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:
JOB TITLE : SYSTEM SUPPORT OFFICER (DOCUMENTALIST)
GRADE : G
NO. OF POSITIONS : ONE (1)
DEPARTMENT : ICT
RESPONSIBLE TO DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR OR IT MANAGER
Job Purpose
The Government Website is an indispensable tool to connect Basotho, the diaspora, and the international community coupled with keeping them updated and informed about the general state of affairs.
Key Functions (Responsibilities and Duties)
For this reason, the department of ICT is inviting applications to fill the vacant post of the Systems Support Officer (Previously known as Documentalist).
- Oversee and manage the posting and development of the content for the website.
- Ensure that the content aligns with the government policies and the objectives set out in the National Development Instruments. Provide a window through which international investors peep through to seize investment opportunities available in Lesotho, thus making a website to serve as a vehicle through which Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) can flow into the country.
- Ensure that the website is further a platform on which costs of doing business can be significantly reduced, for through a mere click of a button, one can access vital information on government services. This can significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of government.
- Work closely with sister news gathering departments/agencies to develop engaging content that resonates with the target audience.
- Help drive government brand and enhance stakeholder engagement.
- Ensure and deliver valuable and reliable information to targeted audiences.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, preferably International Relations, Economic Studies, or Development Studies from any reputable local or international university.
A 3–5-year experience in a newsroom environment, as a news reporter or news editor with a grasp of news gathering and dissemination. An experience in Website Content Management will be an advantage.
A relevant exposure and experience in Public Relations or Marketing
An understanding of how government functions (spheres of government) and the National Development Instruments (NSDP II) and an interest into the regional (SADC), political, economic, and social dynamics will be an added advantage.
Technical Competences
- Ability to use the computer, basic Information and Communication appreciation.
- Ability to plan, organise and lead.
- Understanding and appreciation of international protocols
Behavioural Competences
- Teamwork, leadership
- Communication
- Accountability
- Innovativeness
- Flexibility
Applications should be made on the relevant forms of GP 104 for serving officers and GP 103 for job seekers duly accompanied by certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts, ID and Council on Higher Education (CHE) Certificate of verification should be hand delivered to:
The Human Resource Office
Ministry of Information, communication, Science, Technology and Innovation 3rd floor Moposo house
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION WILL BE ON THE 03rd FEBRUARY 2025