Botswana Unified Revenue Service Job Opportunities

EXTERNAL VACANCY CIRCULAR NO 14 OF 2017

1. SYSTEMS DEVELOPER x 1
Main Purpose of the Job
To design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C#, .Net, ASAP coding of
any/all functions involved in the development and/or maintenance of new or existing
applications. To ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the
applications by identifying bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems and
maintain code quality, organization , and automatization.
Note: This is a generic profile for positions of Systems Developer Java and Systems
Developer non-java; Depending on business needs, Systems Developers will be selected
based on the business priority areas of either competence in Java programming or non- java.
Provision for the specific programming language will be provided through the manpower
process.
Key Performance Areas
1. Designing, developing and implementation of web-based applications
2. Ability to produce technical design documentation e.g. UML diagrams, Use case
diagrams etc.
3. Profound insights into software development
4. Understanding of established software development lifecycle and version control
5. Understanding of various software design patterns
6. Fundamental understanding of web-based system programming and development
7. Ability to effectively mentor junior technical staff e.g. programmers.
8. Customer service
9. Training of staff
Position Requirements
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or
related field and recognized certification, eg. C#, .Net, ASAP and
BASIS certification.
Experience: At least four (4) years relevant post qualification experience, two (2) of
which should have been at Senior Officer Level. Experience in C#,
.Net, ASAP programming, spring framework, object oriented
programming , exposure to all aspects of the software, development
lifecycle, building restful APl's, ability to model a problem domain in code
and communication , artefact repository management software and
code review loads for C#, .Net, ASAP positions will be desirable
Competencies : Technical Expertise
Critical Thinking
Creativity & Innovation
Assertiveness
Communication
Team Leadership
Planning & Organising
Salary: BURS 05 (P268, 284 – P357, 540 per annum)

2) LINUX & SERVER ADMINISTRATOR x 1
Main Purpose of the Job
To organise, plan and co-ordinate installation, configuration, upgrading, administration,
monitoring and maintenance, and direct support for infrastructure hardware and software
problems in support of operational system(s).
Key Performance Areas
1. Availability of servers
2. Monitoring, upgrading and troubleshooting of servers.
3. Reviewing of all error logs and correcting them.
4. Installing and configuration of Linux package/software, hardware.
5. Providing application support.
6. Security administration on the servers.
7. Project management.
8. Knowledge of server applications.
9. Customer service.
10. Training of staff
Position Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related discipline and a
recognised IT Industry Certification, e.g. CLA (Certified Linux
Administrator), LPIC (Linux Professional Institute Certification) or
equivalent.
Experience: At least four (4) years relevant post qualification experience in Information
Technology operations, two (2) of which should have been at Senior Officer
Level or equivalent.
Competencies: Team Expertise
Critical Thinking
Creativity & Innovation Assertiveness
Communication
Team Leadership
Planning & Organising

Salary: BURS 05 (P268, 284 – P357, 540 per annum)

3) IT SECURITY SPECIALIST x 1
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide training to employees on how to guard their systems against internal and external
security threats. To ensure that BURS applications, databases, servers and networks are
safely secured against internal and external threats such as such as hacking and virus
attacks.
Key Performance Areas
1. Availability of security measures, e.g. antivirus software, firewalls to ensure the rapid
response to security threats.
2. Implementation of corporate IT security best practice and standards and procedures.
3. Administration of IT security.
4. Monitor compliance with information security policies, procedures and standards.
Position Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field, and a
recognised IT Industry Certification, e.g. CISSP (Certified Information
Systems Security Professional).
Experience: At least four (4) years relevant post qualification experience in Information
Technology operations, two (2) of which should have been at Senior Officer
level or equivalent.
Competencies: Team Expertise
Critical Thinking
Creativity & Innovation
Assertiveness
Communication
Team Work

Salary: BURS 05 (P268, 284 – P357, 540 per annum)

2) PRINCIPAL ESTATES OFFICER x 1
Main Purpose of the Job
To plan, organise and control the provision of BURS’s property to ensure availability of
facilitates and optimum utilisation thereof.
This involves overseeing activities focused on the procedural applications and transfer of
properties, land acquisition, arranging for the provision of utilities like power and water, rentals
and rates, etc. aimed at securing BURS’ title, interest and authorised occupation of properties.
Key Performance Areas
1. Provision of professional advisory role on land and property acquisition matters.
2. Overseeing the availability of utilities for BURS properties.
3. Overseeing compliance with building and property standards and regulations.
4. Cost control.
5. Ensuring the optimum utilization of BURS property/facilities.
6. Effective management of service providers and SLA’s.
7. Management of contracts and lease agreements.
8. Ensuring effective utilization of allocated resources.
9. Managing reviews and caters for various customer needs.
10. Ensuring adherence to customer service standards.
Position Requirements:
Education: Recognised Degree in Estate Management or equivalent. Membership
of a relevant internationally recognised institute would be an added
advantage.

Experience: At least four (4) years relevant post qualification experience in Estates
Management, two (2) of which should have been at Supervisory/Senior
Officer level or equivalent.

Competencies:
Teamwork
Critical Thinking
Client Focus
Procedural Awareness & Understanding
Team Leadership
Planning & Organising

Salary: BURS 05 (P268, 284 – P357, 540 per annum)

Benefits:
BURS offers a competitive salary and benefits such as, Medical Aid, Contributory Pension
Fund, Group Life Assurance Cover, 24 hour Group Personal Accident cover, Housing Subsidy
and Staff Welfare Schemes (Non-Guaranteed Personal and Residential and Vehicle loans
etc).

Candidates who meet the requirements for the above mentioned positions should apply and
attach comprehensive up to date curriculum vitae, certified copies of certificates, Omang and
at least two (2) work related references from current or previous employers, at least one (1)
reference should be current. Applications which do not meet the required provisions will not
be considered.

All applications should be addressed to;
Director Human Resources
Botswana Unified Revenue Service Block B, 4th Floor
Private Bag 0013
Gaborone
Note: Candidates who meet the requirements for the above mentioned positions should apply
and attach the necessary supporting documents. BURS will only enter into correspondence
with shortlisted candidates.
For any information regarding these positions, please contact the Human Resources office
at these telephone numbers: 3638906 (L. Tubego), 3639606 (M. Ntapu) or 3638936 (K.
Makgale).
Closing date: 22nd December, 2017 at 1630 hours