IT ADMINISTRATOR – Stepping Stones International 578 views

VACANCY: IT ADMINISTRATOR

SSI is a non-governmental, civil society organisation, that benefits orphaned and vulnerable youth aged 12-25 in Botswana. We offer the following services: Child & Youth Empowerment, Nurturing Families, Advocacy for Child Protection and Strengthening Service Providers.

Dirties

The primary responsibility of the IT Administrator is to manage all IT related operations at SSI. He/She is expected to make sure all hardware and software applications in SSI meet its objectives by managing and ensuring them running smoothly at all times. He/She will be leading the operations of all IT related functions at SSI to provide a seamless flow of information throughout the organisation.

He/She provides support in producing good quality data and reports throughout the life of the systems/databases/projects and troubleshoots any issues on behalf of the end users. Provide proactive data management support and training (as needed) to users. IT Administrator will supervise IT Technician and IT DHIS2 Technician.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Information technology, computer Science, Computer system engineering or any other related field.
• 5 years demonstrated experience in IT infrastructure management, including hardware and software, in an organisation.
• Proficient in managing the Windows/Linux Server, DNS, DHCP, Firewall and local intranet and internet setup with Switches, Routers etc.
• Proficient in implementing, managing and supporting the solutions for emails, cloud storage, internet, and intranet etc.
• Proficient in implementing, managing, and supporting computer software systems of any kind.

• Proficient in managing IT Systems, Databases and SQL database query language.
• Proficient in analysing data using the databases, excel and other SQL queries and generate reports that support decision making.
• Knowledge and experience in DHIS2.
• NGO experience is an added advantage
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English.
• Ability to review, assess and synthesize quantitative data to inform decision-making
• Creative, strategic thinker who can work independently and as part of a team
• Monitor and track current and future trends in the industry and suggest changes and improvements in the organisation.
• Adaptive to changes at organisational and project levels and make changes in department and systems accordingly.
• Must be willing to travel and must be comfortable to support branches and other partner organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines under pressure and exercise sound judgment.