IT Assistant Officer: CARE International in Kenya Jobs

CARE International in Kenya is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of an Assistant Officer - IT. The position is based in the CARE Garissa sub office.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Administration Officer, the Asst. Officer IT will Work with program staff in Garissa and provide help desk support in software related problems to all users. Ensure trouble shooting and networking maintenance. He/she will be enforcing IT policies, carry out standard practices to ensure that there is data security and integrity. The officer will also provide computer training to projects/ departments.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Support Arid and Marginal Lands Recovery Project (ARC) in ensuring up to date records of the project activities are done. These will include managing project files and filling reports, keeping updated staff movement plans.
• Respond to helpdesk calls and keep track of user problems in liaison with the IT team in Nairobi. Facilitate the computer & PABX hardware and software servicing and maintenance. Carry out regular Server Backups and enforce safe and secure computer use within the Garissa Sub-office
• Provide and schedule hardware and software servicing and maintenance plan for both Computers and Telephone Systems. Provide end user support of LAN on its day-to-day administration. Monitor VSAT bandwidth and report on disconnection and accessibility.
• Ensure that there is adequate system security
  
  by refining network monitoring and implementing security management software on the Servers -manage ISA, including Kaspersky Administration Kit to manage Antivirus application on user computers within the region
• Ensure the Project Management Folder is maintained properly and Support and facilitate procurement of materials and services for the project.
• Help the Project Manager to schedule key appointments and activities and help coordinate the booking and field co ordination of Visitors, Consultants and Trainers

Qualifications and Competencies

• Diploma in Computer Science
• Must have attained a Grade C in KCSE or its equivalent.
• At least 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and Exchange Server 2003
• Excellent presentation and communications skills, written and verbal
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with ability to engage diverse range of employees

Applications:

If you feel that you are the right candidate for this position, please send your application letter together with a detailed CV, complete with email & telephone contacts of three professional referees, through the email: hrmanager@care.or.ke by 8th June , 2010.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer