Action Against Hunger is the foremost expert in addressing global hunger, championing a worldwide initiative dedicated to eradicating life-threatening hunger permanently within our lifetimes. With four decades of unwavering commitment, this humanitarian and developmental organization has consistently been at the forefront, providing vital aid and implementing hunger prevention measures across nearly 50 nations. In 2018 alone, Action Against Hunger extended its vital assistance to over 21 million individuals, underscoring its relentless dedication to the fight against hunger.
Job Title: Senior ICT Officer
Job
Type: Full
Time
Qualification: BSc/HND/BA
Experience: 2 Years
Location: Abuja
Reporting to: Mission ICT Expert
Job Description:
Action Against Hunger is actively seeking a Senior ICT Officer to assume the pivotal responsibility of overseeing information technology operations in the Capital. This role encompasses the management and optimization of various information technologies, including computers, internet resources, and telecommunications systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Computer
Maintenance Oversight:
- Ensure the regular maintenance of computer systems.
- Verify the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks on a daily and monthly basis.
Backup
Configuration and Management:
- Configure workstation backups, adhering to established standards and backup policies.
- Monitor and ensure the proper execution of backup procedures.
Equipment
Assignment and Documentation:
- Manage equipment assignments and maintain related documentation.
- Monitor equipment repairs and movements.
Budgeting and
Procurement:
- Collaborate with superiors to anticipate and identify equipment needs.
- Contribute to budget development and place equipment-related orders.
Problem
Reporting:
- Report any
equipment management issues to the appropriate authority.
External Service
Provider Coordination:
- Oversee external service providers, including maintenance and repair services.
- Ensure adherence to service agreements and standards.
Local Network
Maintenance:
- Install and maintain local networks in accordance with established standards.
- Perform regular checks to ensure network equipment functions correctly.
Data Backup
System Oversight:
- Supervise the data backup system in line with established backup policies.
Communication
Infrastructure Management:
- Ensure the functioning and monitoring of communication infrastructure within the organization.
- Manage relationships with local telecommunications providers, optimizing associated costs.
Technology
Monitoring:
- Stay informed about advancements in internet connectivity and telecommunications.
User Training
and Support:
- Provide training to users on proper ICT resource utilization, basic ICT skills, and security protocols upon onboarding and at regular intervals.
- Interact with all users in a respectful and fair manner, adhering to ACF's code of conduct and policies, including gender and safeguarding.
Inventory and
Reporting:
- Conduct monthly equipment inventories and maintain an up-to-date equipment list.
- Prepare and submit monthly ICT activity reports to superiors.
Resource
Improvement Proposals:
- Suggest the implementation of ICT resources that enhance users' work efficiency in accordance with industry standards.
Donations and
Recycling:
- Organize equipment donations and recycling activities in compliance with established standards at the end of the contract period.
Position Requirements:
- Educational Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in ICT, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related fields is mandatory.
- Professional Certification: Po Possessing relevant professional certificates and completing CT-related training courses are
highly valued.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years of practical experience in roles with similar responsibilities is essential for this position.
- NGO Experience: Previous experience working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), particularly international ones, will be considered a valuable asset.
- Analytical Skills: Demonstrated capacity for analysis, synthesis, and effective reporting of substantial volumes of information.
- Organizational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, a high degree of organization, self-motivation, and a strong sense of responsibility are vital attributes.
- Independence: Proven ability to work independently and autonomously to achieve objectives.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential. The ability to maintain confidentiality is crucial.
- Teamwork: Proficiency in working effectively within diverse, cross-cultural teams in a complex, multi-site work environment is highly desirable.
- Duplicate Qualities: Please note that attention to detail, organizational rigor, and the capacity for information analysis and synthesis are reiterated here to emphasize their significance.
Application Deadline: September 11, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should: