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Nile University of Nigeria

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Abuja, Nigeria

Nile University of Nigeria

Learning Technology Administrator

Abuja, Nigeria

James Hope University

Student Affairs Officer

Lagos, Nigeria

James Hope University

Senior Administrative Officer / Faculty Officer

Lagos, Nigeria

THE NITTY GRITTY LIMITED

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James Hope College

CLOSED

Student Affairs Officer

Lagos, Nigeria

Systems Administrator

Closing: May 3, 2024

1 day remaining

Published: Apr 30, 2024 (2 days ago)

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Reporting to Chief Operating Officer

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

  • The System Administrator is responsible for providing technical ICT support to the head office and the subsidiaries. Managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure and related systems.

Minimum Experience Requirements

  • Proficiency in operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux, or UNIX.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols, configurations, and troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of virtualization technologies like VMware or Hyper-V.
  • AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is becoming
  • Experience with cloud platforms like increasingly important.
  • Familiarity with database management systems, such as MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or Oracle.·
  • Understanding of cybersecurity practices and the ability to implement security measures.

Preferred Experience Requirements

  • ERP management preferably Microsoft Navision, network and infrastructure administration and IT project management.

Minimum Education Requirements

  • BSc Information Technology or equivalent area of study.

Preferred Education Requirements

  • While not always mandatory, certifications like Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or relevant cloud certifications will be advantageous.

Required SkillsSkills:

  • Skilled in IT security, ERP management preferably Microsoft Navision, network and infrastructure administration and IT project management.

Competencies:

  • Excellent people skills, with an ability to support a dynamic leadership team. Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the company's mission.
  • Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.
  • Negotiation skills,
  • Analytical Skills - Reporting analytics tools Presentation and communication skills

Other requirementsCommunication and Collaboration:

  • Strong communication skills to interact with team members, end-users, and management effectively.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other IT professionals and departments.
  • Capable of documenting processes and procedures for reference.

Problem-Solving Skills:

  • A logical and analytical approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to identify and resolve technical issues. efficiently.
  • Capacity to troubleshoot complex IT problems and provide effective solutions. Spearhead organization business process automation/re-engineering to achieve process efficiency.

Project Management:

  • Managing IT-related projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and execute projects within deadlines.

Flexibility and Availability:

  • System administrators may need to work outside regular business hours to handle emergencies or perform scheduled maintenance.


Responsibilities

Reporting to Chief Operating Officer

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

  • The System Administrator is responsible for providing technical ICT support to the head office and the subsidiaries. Managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure and related systems.

Minimum Experience Requirements

  • Proficiency in operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux, or UNIX.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols, configurations, and troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of virtualization technologies like VMware or Hyper-V.
  • AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is becoming
  • Experience with cloud platforms like increasingly important.
  • Familiarity with database management systems, such as MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or Oracle.·
  • Understanding of cybersecurity practices and the ability to implement security measures.

Preferred Experience Requirements

  • ERP management preferably Microsoft Navision, network and infrastructure administration and IT project management.

Minimum Education Requirements

  • BSc Information Technology or equivalent area of study.

Preferred Education Requirements

  • While not always mandatory, certifications like Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or relevant cloud certifications will be advantageous.

Required SkillsSkills:

  • Skilled in IT security, ERP management preferably Microsoft Navision, network and infrastructure administration and IT project management.

Competencies:

  • Excellent people skills, with an ability to support a dynamic leadership team. Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the company's mission.
  • Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.
  • Negotiation skills,
  • Analytical Skills - Reporting analytics tools Presentation and communication skills

Other requirementsCommunication and Collaboration:

  • Strong communication skills to interact with team members, end-users, and management effectively.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other IT professionals and departments.
  • Capable of documenting processes and procedures for reference.

Problem-Solving Skills:

  • A logical and analytical approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to identify and resolve technical issues. efficiently.
  • Capacity to troubleshoot complex IT problems and provide effective solutions. Spearhead organization business process automation/re-engineering to achieve process efficiency.

Project Management:

  • Managing IT-related projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and execute projects within deadlines.

Flexibility and Availability:

  • System administrators may need to work outside regular business hours to handle emergencies or perform scheduled maintenance.


Technical Skills:

  • Keeping systems up to date with patches and upgrades
  • Maintain system backups and organization business continuity plan.
  • Manage both internal and external ICT department audits.
  • ICT Vendor relationship management that best represents the company.
  • Support Company subsidiary offices.

System Administration

  • Ability to install, configure, and maintain server hardware and software components. Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues proactively.
  • Implementing backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity. Managing user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a technical IT role.
  • Previous 3 years of experience in system administration preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV with ability to customize system required reports and ability to support existing modules.
  • Experience in system management, database management, network and infrastructure management or IT project management.
  • Excellent technical knowledge of and experience with emerging technologies, including but not limited to Microsoft
  • Active Directory, Microsoft and Linux server technologies, Microsoft Office 365 and Exchange, SharePoint, cloud-based storage systems, Windows OS, MS Office suites, Veeam and PowerShell.


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