Systems Administrator

Ref: SA/NRB/003

Duties and Responsibilities:-

Reporting to the Manager, the candidate will be responsible for:-

• Planning, design, documentation and implementation of various systems, hardware and software
• Developing, maintaining and monitoring procedures for all server backups
• Monitoring, planning and coordinating the distribution of client/server software and service packs
• Performing on-site and remote technical support
• Formulating, implementing and managing integrated ICT strategies, policies and procedures within the Society.
• Overseeing the development, design, and implementation of new applications and changes to existing computer application systems.
• Investigating user problems, identifying their source, determining possible solutions, testing and implementing these solutions.
• Providing the necessary support and training including preparing training plans for Society staff.
• Introducing innovative ideas to support the various business processes necessary to improve delivery of services.
• Support the definition of data and systems security policy, strategies and techniques that can guarantee that the institution meets its critical role in the government;
  

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Must be a holder of a bachelors degree in IT or Computer Science
• Experience with windows 2000/2003 server platforms
• Solid knowledge of LAN/WAN Configurations with experience in routers, switches, internet firewalls and wireless technology
• Hardware and Software troubleshooting skills.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years working experience in a busy IT environment with remote locations
• Strong troubleshooting, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership skills to guide and mentor the work of less experienced personnel and ability to work as part of a team.
• Proven experience in assignments / projects of similar nature and scope
• Web Development Skills.
• Good Organizational Skills.
• Accounting Knowledge

This position is on contract basis, 3 years renewable.

Kindly submit your application with detailed CV stating your current position, current remuneration level, three professional referees and telephone contacts quoting the position’s ref. No by 2nd December 2009.

Apply to:

Compliance and Consultancy Dept. -
KUSCCO LTD., KUSCCO Centre –
Upper Hill – Kilimanjaro Avenue – Off Mara Road,
Box 28403-00200, City Square,
Nairobi Kenya

Email: bdrc @ kuscco.com