Job Title: Information Technology Advisor
Location: Calabar, Nigeria
Organisation: John Snow, Inc. (JSI), a US-based International Public Health Consulting Firm
The Information Technology Advisor will be based in Calabar and will work under the guidance of the Zonal Director to provide oversight for all information technology related activities. The Information Technology Advisor will assist in managing IT infrastructure and provide support to the technical and administrative personnel of JSI Calabar Office.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Ensure a stable, secure, and robust network infrastructure
2. Perform network configuration and resolve problems with infrastructure support software both at the server and user level, with emphasis on XP, windows 7 and 2008 server platforms
3. Install new software releases and perform system upgrades
4. Evaluate and install patches
5. Provide both first and second level support, responding to problems implementing planned changes, and managing projects
6. Ensure user satisfaction
7. Develop strategies for maintaining and advancing IT Infrastructure Ensure proper execution of advancement projects
8. Supervise outside contractors
Minimum Skills and Qualifications:
Applicants for this position must be Nigerian nationals or residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree in an IT related discipline.
• At least 5 years of network administration and IT related experience . Proficiency in working with Windows 2008 Server, Microsoft Office suite 2007 and 2010, Windows XP and Windows 7
• Strong knowledge of wireless and wired LAN technologies and protocols, network security and VOIP
• Hands on experience with CISCO products
• Ability to take initiative and to work in teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The above position is full-time position. JSI offers excellent benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience and salary history.
Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume with the job location and salary expectation boldly written at the top of the resume on or before 7th August, 2012.
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