Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

Essential Functions:

The System Administrator is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure.

This individual participates
in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure.

This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures adhere to organizational values, enabling staff, volunteers, and Partners.

Key responsibilities include:

Provide day to day support for all network infrastructure including: servers, LAN/WAN, telephony, remote access, internet access, data backups and archival, Active Directory and personal device access.

Provide technical help and support for all employees.

Create & maintain IT security policies.

Installation and tracking of IT assets.

Perform daily backup and retrievals.

Maintain a multi-office network infrastructure.

Maintenance and training support of company systems.

Collaboration as a member of the Information and Technology team in strategic planning.

Collaborating to plan and deploy desktop hardware and software.

Collaborating to prepare for the arrival and departure of employees.

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of IT Sys admin experience

IT Certifications, MCSE, CCNA essential

Experience with domain hosting and management very important.

Experience with databases preferred

Strong knowledge of and Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to effectively coordinate with vendors and service providers

Strong problem solving skills with both hardware and software

Applications should addressed to

DN.A/1626,

 P.O. Box 49010 – 00100

 Nairobi and should reach us by 12th February, 2014.