IT Assistant at a leading indigenous non-governmental organization

A leading indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes better health-care for all Nigerians is currently taking over funding and programmatic implementation responsibility from an established and reputable International agency. In partnership with the government of Nigeria, the NGO provides a range of technical and financial assistance at the national, state, and site levels for the scale-up of comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and treatment services, including provision of anti retro viral therapy (ART). The broadened scope of the objectives of the NGO has created the need for increased staff capacity around new and enlarged areas of focus. We therefore require the services of resourceful, experienced and dynamic candidates for the below position:

Position: IT Assistant

Location: (Abuja)
 
Job Description:
 

• The Information Technology Assistant performs installation, repairs, and preventative maintenance on staff computers in addition to system upgrades as necessary for software and hardware related components as needed.  

• The position establishes network users, user environments, directories, and security for networks being installed and maintains current and accurate inventory of technology hardware, software and resources. 

• The ideal candidate provides these services in an effective and efficient manner and will ensure maximum access to and implementation of technology services and resources.
   

Position Profile:

• Interested candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science, or equivalent work experience in information technology.
   

• The position requires thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software; computer monitoring systems, vendor-supplied packaged programs, macros, utilities, and other highly technical programs.
   
• The ability to use programming procedures and techniques in the implementation of computer programs is essential. Possession of the relevant IT certification will be an advantage.

General Requirements: 

• This position requires candidates that are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of computer applications and Internet/ Emails.
  Significant amounts of travel are required for this position
  
  Method of Application:
  
  Interested candidates should apply by email with CV and a suitability statement as Microsoft Word attachments to the specific emails indicated for each vacancy position on or before 28th October 2010.
  
  
  Positions and Respective Email Addresses: itassistant01@hotmail.com
  
  Terms of Employment:
  
  The organization offers highly competitive salary packages for all positions in the organization. However, appointments for each of these positions will be subject to a probationary period. Local terms and conditions are applicable.
  
  Applications:
  
  All applications must be received on or before 28th October 2010.
  
  
  Interviews will commence soon after with a view to ensure that successful candidates commence work within a reasonable time-frame.