International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) : IT Technician

The ICRC, established in 1863, works worldwide to provide humanitarian help for people affected by conflict and armed violence and to promote the laws that protect victims of war. An independent and neutral organization, its mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, it employs some 12,000 people in 80 countries; it is financed mainly by voluntary donations from governments and from national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Abuja is looking for a qualified and motivated candidate with the capacity to work autonomously to fill in the following position: Job Title: IT Technician Main Responsibilities: - Maintain ICRC IT equipment In our three offices comprising desktop and laptop computers, laser and inkjet Printers, network switches, routers and appliances and UPS. - Maintain ICRC Network Infrastructures in our three offices. including the Structured Cabling system and other data/voice grade cabling and layouts, - Manage and keep proper Inventory of the IT and Radio equipment Park and ICRC authorized software autonomously and according institutional rules, - Monitor and take proactive actions on the performance of leased telecommunication services to ICRC structures, including Internet services, private lines and Phone lines, - Maintain PBX systems in our three offices, including programming and Installation of phone sets. Install and maintain radio equipment, Including VHF handsets. HF & VHF fixed and mobile radios, Provide Help Desk assistance to IT users. directly and/or remotely, - Manage ICRC's VHF and HF licenses file (updates. requests, and follow-ups). - Undertake support missions to our offices In Port Harcourt and Kano, - Manage domain users and network credentials, - Liaise with Regional IS Coordinator and with Regional IT Engineer MIT matters. Required Qualifications; - Degree or diploma in IT related field. engineering or equivalent training - Min. 3 years experience in a similar function preferably with an international organization Very good knowledge of Windows based computers and good IT troubleshooting skills - Experience in managing a computer network environment (bigger than 40 PCs) Knowledge of Lotus Notes would be an asset - Capable and motivated to continuously update one-self on latest developments. - Good knowledge of radio (HF & VHF) technology and satellite communication - Excellent command of written and spoken English - Strong sense of responsibility and autonomy with good organizational skills - Good knowledge of IS services and equipment market and vendors In Nigeria - Able to undertake outdoor works with physical effort Method of Application Interested candidates are invited to submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to the following address not later than 13th January 2011 Attn. Administrator lCRC ABUJA 29 Kumasi Crescent. Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II. Abuja Please clearly indicate "IT Technician" on your envelope