IT Support Officer

• Must be a committed Christian who is in full agreement with the Statement of Faith of The Amazima School.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

• Any IT certifications such as CCNA, MCTS, ITIL is a plus.

• 2+ years experience in a busy IT environment managing hybrid systems (Windows, Mac OSx and Linux)

• Knowledge and experience working with Windows server and Active directory a plus.

• Experience designing and maintaining networks and working knowledge of firewalls (sophos), Mikrotik routers, Ubiquity gears/Switches, WLAN etc.

• Working knowledge of Virtualization technologies such as VMware ESXi or Hyper-V.

• Knowledge of the workings of CCTV Surveillance equipment

• Experience repairing IT equipment (desktops, laptops, printers, projectors)

• Good knowledge of software and database applications and ability to work with new innovative tools

• Must be a committed Christian who is in full agreement with the Statement of Faith of The Amazima School.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

• Any IT certifications such as CCNA, MCTS, ITIL is a plus.

• 2+ years experience in a busy IT environment managing hybrid systems (Windows, Mac OSx and Linux)

• Knowledge and experience working with Windows server and Active directory a plus.

• Experience designing and maintaining networks and working knowledge of firewalls (sophos), Mikrotik routers, Ubiquity gears/Switches, WLAN etc.

• Working knowledge of Virtualization technologies such as VMware ESXi or Hyper-V.

• Knowledge of the workings of CCTV Surveillance equipment

• Experience repairing IT equipment (desktops, laptops, printers, projectors)

• Good knowledge of software and database applications and ability to work with new innovative tools

• Help maintain the School’s IT system and infrastructure including Networks, Servers, File servers, and Internet.

• Install new software, updates, and anti-viruses on all computers and awareness of all dates for Installations

• Set up new users’ accounts and profiles and deal with password issues for both students and staff.

• Provide technical IT support to the teaching and research functions of the School

• Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications.

• Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving faults, and sort out ICT related problems/ or where necessary escalate to IT Supervisor.

• Identify, manage and supervise external vendors in the delivery of contracted work.

• Ensure regular servicing and maintenance of all Amazima’s Back-ups, Printers, Laptops, UPSs as per an ICT asset count

• Maintain an Inventory of all ICT equipment for offices handled and keeping an updated register

• Support the procurement of IT equipment; providing specifications upon request (assessment of needs, drafting technical specifications, and advice during the evaluation of quotations)

• Test and evaluate the new technology, and support the roll-out of new applications

• Manage the CCTV systems to ensure high availability of atleast 95% uptime and operation and provide support to recover footage if needed.

• Perform any other ICT related duties that may be assigned by the IT Supervisor.