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James Hope University
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Lagos, Nigeria
James Hope University
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Lagos, Nigeria
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Lagos, Nigeria
Machakos University
Lecturer - Special Needs
Machakos, Kenya
Machakos University
Lecturer - Actuarial Science
Machakos, Kenya
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Machakos University
Lecturer - Applied Mathematics
Machakos, Kenya
Closing: May 3, 2024
Closing todayPublished: Apr 30, 2024 (3 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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