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Job Description
Position Title: Senior IT Application Management Officer
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Head Office (HO)
Salary: As per Company Scale
Number of Positions: 2 (Two)
Application Deadline: December 26, 2025
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Manager, IT Application & Program Management Department, the Senior IT Application Management Officer is responsible for managing, supporting, and optimizing the Bank’s business applications to ensure high availability, performance, security, and alignment with business requirements. The role requires hands-on technical expertise as well as coordination with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and support core banking and other enterprise applications to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
Monitor application performance, availability, and system logs, and take proactive corrective actions.
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex application-related incidents and problems.
Coordinate application upgrades, patches, releases, and configuration changes.
Support application testing, deployment, and post-implementation reviews.
Ensure application security, access controls, and compliance with IT policies and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with vendors, developers, and internal teams to resolve application issues and implement enhancements.
Maintain comprehensive application documentation, procedures, and change records.
Provide guidance and technical support to junior officers and trainees.
Prepare periodic reports on application performance, incidents, and improvement initiatives.
Participate in IT projects, system integrations, and digital transformation initiatives.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, IT Application & Program Management Department.
Requirements
Education (Minimum):
BSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in IT roles, preferably in application support or management.
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of application management, software systems, and SDLC processes.
Experience with databases, middleware, and application servers.
Familiarity with core banking systems and financial applications is an advantage.
Good understanding of IT security, access management, and compliance requirements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Effective communication, coordination, and documentation abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a regulated banking environment.
Career Development
This role offers opportunities to take ownership of critical banking applications and contribute to strategic IT initiatives while progressing toward leadership roles within the Bank’s IT function.
How To Apply
Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the link provided:
https://www.jobsglobalbankethiopia.com.et/login?redirect=/jobs/6948d86a17575c8f0145b5a8/apply