Job
Title: Technical
Specialist 1- LMMS
Country: Kenya
Location: GOLBO IPA, Moyale PRRO
Closing
Date: June
20 2012
Purpose
of the position:
The Technical Specialist I –
LMMS is responsible for leading field-based IT operations pertaining to the
Last Mile Mobile Solutions technology.
This position will also
require delivering systems maintenance, testing new software development for
field deployment, soliciting client user requirements, and assisting with
new/upgraded system installations.
Qualifications:
Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
·
The holder of this position must have a minimum of Bachelor’s
degree in computer Science or IT or any other related course from a recognized
University.
·
Solid background in the Window Operating System – XP in
particular.
·
Comfortable invoking, stopping or restarting System Services,
installing and uninstalling software, creating user groups and setting up user
privileges.
·
Solid networking skills – able to set up, securing and
administer wireless ad-hoc peer-to-peer networks.
·
Ability to isolate and troubleshoot network connectivity
difficulties accordingly and through running IP configuration tools, resetting
wireless connections. Understands TCP/IP protocol.
·
Knowledgeable of Relational Database Management Systems –
exposure to MySQL highly desirable, including the use of database management
tools (such as MySQL Query Browser and Administrator).
·
Ability to troubleshoot IT problems – both hardware and identify
software failings. Aware of how to log, track and systematically troubleshoot
IT problems. Very comfortable supporting end-users. Good written and oral
communication skills
·
Conversant in English
·
Must have strong analytical, problem solving and organizational
skills with an attention to details.
·
Requires the ability to effectively present concepts to lay
users in various settings and by various means (verbal and written).
·
Requires strong communication skills to interact with all levels
of staff and management.
·
Must be able to work effectively with a diverse team.
·
Requires the ability to work under pressure and on multiple
tasks.
·
Must have a service orientation.
Job
Details
How
to Apply
All application letters and
detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the
undersigned not later than June 20th, 2012.
Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org
Please indicate clearly on
the subject line the position you are applying for.
Only short-listed candidates
will be contacted.
Disclaimer: World Vision Kenya has not engaged any
recruitment agencies in this recruitment process, neither are we charging any
fees to potential employees for job opportunities.