Information Technology Officer

Contract type: Fixed Term 6 Months Contract

Job Level: Junior

Work Location: Cape Town, Western Cape

Closing Date: 13 April 2025

The Role

Post holder will report to the IT Service Manager and work with the SKA-Mid Senior IT Officer and the SKA-Mid Head of Software & Computing.

Post holder will be a part of the global IT Service team and liaise with team mates in all three host countries.

We welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities, especially those from member countries. However, for this role, relocation support will not be available and applicants must be able to comply with the terms of a South Africa based local contract, details of which may be accessed on SKAO’s recruitment portal.

SKAO is committed to providing an inclusive and flexible working environment, meeting the requests of our colleagues whilst also fulfilling the needs and objectives of the Observatory.

This role requires the post holder to work across different time zones and, in line with SKAO policy, flexible working hours will be supported in agreement with the line manager.

Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Duties

1. Operating SKAO Helpdesk function efficiently
2. Installing, configuring, updating and troubleshooting computer software.
3. Ensuring integrated IT Services and Availability
4. Enhancing Security and Protection