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The Directorate General of Treasury is working under Ministry of Finance (MoF) with a total of around 600 in HQ and line ministries employees. Responsible for managing the treasury bank accounts and payment procedures, Public sector PEM and Treasury (Payment processing), Contracts Master Data Management and payments, Vendors Master Data Management (public and private vendors), Payroll and salaries payments, Budget Execution, distribution and control at all levels and Revenue collection from all sources (taxes and non-taxes) for the Government of Afghanistan (GoA) in accordance with the Public Finance and Expenditure Management Law (PFEML). Treasury’s responsibilities are divided across a Director General, 5 Directorates and 11 Sub Directorates.

After coming Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) to the authority, treasury has made important progress in implementing financial system cross the line ministries and provinces, streamlining vendor’s payment processes, simplifying contract management lifecycle, budget execution, distribution and control and payment staff salaries punctually. These efforts include a wide range of reforms and structural changes within the treasury. 

The AFMIS Network Operations Specialist is responsible for ensuring
the continuous and secure operation of network infrastructure supporting the Automated Financial Management Information System (AFMIS). This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing network systems to support financial data processing, system availability, and user access across various locations. The specialist will work closely with system administrators, cybersecurity teams, and application support staff to troubleshoot connectivity issues, implement network enhancements, and ensure compliance with security policies and operational standards. This position requires a deep understanding of network protocols, system integration, and the unique requirements of financial management systems in a secure environment.

 

Responsibilities

1. Design and implement network infrastructures (LAN, WAN) to support organizational operations.
2. Install and configure routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment for HQ and Remote Site locations
3. Optimize network performance and security to enhance reliability and scalability of AFMIS Network
4. Monitor network security systems (firewalls, VPN) and prevent advanced threats
5. Set up and maintain network configurations, including IP addressing, ACL, VLANs, and VPNs.
6. Propose and implement regular improvements and upgrades to network equipment, including switches, routers, and servers.
7. Configure and manage static and dynamic routing protocols to ensure efficient routing and performance across the network.
8. Optimize traffic flow and resource allocation to reduce latency and improve overall network including bandwidth, and uptime performance.
9. Identify network issues, troubleshoot connectivity problems, with Ministries and Provincial Sites
10. Provide technical support to AFMIS users regarding network connectivity and related issues
11. Collaborate with Ministries IT team members and departments to design and implement network solutions for incase needed.
12. Fundamental knowledge of Windows server Administration AD, DHCP, DNS and Virtualization Technology.

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Information Systems
• Higher degrees are an advantage

2. Work Experience:

• At least 1–2 years of practical experience in:
  • Routing and Switching
  • Managing LAN WAN Network
  • User support and technical reporting

Preferred:

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their CVs , no later than 30th  Apr. 2025.

Please clearly indicate “position name & vacancy number” in the subject line of email.

Do not attach your education and working experience documents.

siyam.qazikhani@mof.gov.af