Purpose of the Job
To oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the ESCOM’s
software applications and systems, ensuring alignment with business requirements
and driving innovation through the adoption of emerging technologies and best
practices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement the applications and software development strategy,
policies, and procedures
2. Ensure the alignment of applications and systems with business objectives and
requirements
3. Manage the applications and software development lifecycle, including
requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment
4. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of enterprise applications,
custom software solutions, and integration with third-party systems
5. Promote the adoption of agile development methodologies, DevOps practices,
and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes
6. Establish and maintain quality assurance and testing processes to ensure the
reliability and performance of applications and systems
7. Manage the applications and software development budget and resource
allocation
8. Lead and develop a team of skilled application developers, software engineers,
and quality assurance professionals
9. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, programming languages, and
industry best practices for software development and application management
Attributes and competencies
Knowledge of agile development practices, DevOps, and CI/CD processes
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and containerization technologies
Excellent project management and problem-solving skills
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
• The ideal candidate must have a minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s
Degree in either Information Communication Technology and Computer
Science from an accredited institution.
• Applicant must have 5 years’ work experience
• ICTAM Membership

Hard Copies in an envelope clearly indicating the
position applied for on top.
ATTACHMENTS : Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae with 3 traceable
referees and Certified Copies of Certificates.

ADDRESSED TO : Senior Human Resources Manager,
ESCOM House,
P.O. Box 2047,
Blantyre.
Only candidates possessing accredited Qualifications will be considered for shortlisting. In cases where
one’s qualification accreditation is questionable, the burden of proof rests with the candidate to provide
evidence to the contrary.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews through email.
ESCOM Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.