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  • Posted: May 10, 2024
    Deadline: May 15, 2024
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    The merSETA is one of the 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). Established to promote skills development in terms of the Skills Development Act of 1998 (as amended), the 21 SETAs broadly reflect different sectors of the South African economy. The merSETA encompasses Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services.


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    Specialist Systems (C2) - Reference Number: SS/HO/16/05/24

    Reference Number: SS/HO/16/05/24

    Purpose: 

    • The primary purpose of the Specialist Systems is to support the deployment, and management of the merSETA cloud server dedicated to innovation software (unique coding), and its operational support in a testing and production environment.

    Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

    The ideal candidate should be able to fulfill and perform the following

    key accountabilities and responsibilities:

    •  Ensuring an optimal environment for the deployment, management and maintenance of unique
    • coding for teaching and learning innovation projects.
    •  Managing third-party solutions affiliated with Canvas and implement/support their LTI integrations.
    •  Providing second tier support for system users.
    •  Set-up and monitoring of an internal ticketing system for LMS-related issues to ensure that issues are addressed appropriately.
    •  Performing regular backup operations appropriate for data protection, disaster recovery and failover procedures.
    •  Provision of documentation and technical specifications to system users for planning and implementing new and/or upgraded software.
    •  Responsible for capacity, storage planning, and database performance.

    Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

    •  NQF Level 7 in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science
    •  At least 3 years working experience in an ICT environment with knowledge and experience in deployment, management, administration and troubleshooting in a Linux operating environment for Cloud-based: Virtual Box, Ubuntu 20.04, Docker & Docker compose, NGINX and PostgreSQL
    •  Additional experience in the following will be an advantage: Scripting and automation tools; deployment of open-source Canvas educational software; of implementing and effectively developing helpdesk and IT operations best practices including expert knowledge of security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols
    •  Excellent communication in Project-based teamwork
    •  Analysis and problem solving
    •  Planning and organizing
    •  Written and oral communication
    •  Attention to detail

    Method of Application

    The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan.

    To apply for this opportunity, submit a fully completed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with three references, clearly quoting the Job Title and Reference Number as a subject in the email:
    [email protected] Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful.

    The merSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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