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Are you looking for IT jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Information Technology (IT) Assistant job at War Child Holland
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
We are War Child. We began life as a handful of volunteers working in a borrowed loft. Today we are active in sixteen countries - working to improve the resilience and wellbeing of children living with violence and armed conflict.
Job Title
Information Technology (IT) Assistant job at War Child Holland
War Child Holland (WCH)
Job Description
Title: Information Technology (IT) Assistant (1 Position)
Duty Station: Kampala
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Range between:1,691,290 - 2,603,664
Reports to: Operations Manager
Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Purpose
The IT Assistant is responsible for operations and support of ICT equipment and systems in the country including, but not limited to local area networks, PCs, communication tools, video and voice conferencing systems, and internet links. As the primary IT contact in the Kampala office, the IT Assistant will liaise on a daily basis with Senior IT officer, IT providers and other organizations in the country for the effective delivery of services to staff.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities;
Assist the office in implementing set standards for applications that meets the needs of the users and supports the overall Information and Communication Technology.
Monitor and maintain the LAN, Network Servers, Routers, Printers, LAN Points, Switches, Patch panels, Access points, Modem, etc to prevent faults occurring.
Carry out new installations and routine maintenance tours of ICT equipment.
Ensure that ICT problem recovery is done as quickly as possible and make regular system back-ups.
Assist with the installation of the software packages, basic repair/maintenance of computer hardware and other equipment.
Train war Child staff on email system, utilization of other IT software systems
Maintain the inventory of ICT equipment and keep track of movements of ICT equipment.
Assist in the drafting of memoranda and technical documentation on ICT matters and equipment operating procedures.
Provide Technical support to procurement of IT equipment and certification on delivery to facilitate payments to suppliers
Evaluate needs for upgrading and eventually replacing ICT equipment in the offices, to meet with War Child standards.
Support the identification of risks, issues and concerns related to ICT and timely inform management for decision making
Carry out administrative duties, within the area of competence
Maintain a record of all equipment received for repairs and maintenance
Support to maintain an inventory schedule of all IT equipment and software in use and in the store, through diagnosing their status and performance
Timely respond to and resolve IT service outages by determining the probable cause, contacting the service providers where necessary and escalating to management if necessary
Perform other duties as required or as assigned by line manager.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from a recognized University
Certificate in CISCO NETWORKING an advantage
1 year experience in IT related position in an NGO or related agency
Technical competencies such as Computer Technician Strong organizational skills with aability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to speak and write good English.
Ability to support diverse teams
Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions from management
Good, proven experience of training
Flexible approach to managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues.
Ability to work with a high degree of professionalism.
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
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Deadline: 18th November 2024