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JOB TITLE: Information Technology (IT) Intern
TEAM: Nigeria Country Office
LOCATION: Abuja CO
GRADE: 7
POST TYPE: National
CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
All staff of Save the Children, Nigeria agree to abide by and promote the corporate Child Protection Policy (CPP) and to bring to the attention of the responsible manager as indicated in the Nigeria office CPP reporting procedures, any violation of the policy involving SC staff or staff of partner agencies. Failure to do so will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offence.
ROLE PURPOSE:
To provide IT technical services to the Abuja country office by troubleshooting IT issues, ensuring timely maintenance of all communication/IT equipment. S/he will provide all support to the IT officer/IST manager and also act as a part of the SCI Nigeria IT team during an operation request.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: IT Officer
Staff directly reporting to this post: None
Budget responsibility: None
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
The Information Technology intern shall be accountable on the following key areas in Abuja
Network Management
• Support the IT officer, and by extension, the IST manger by troubleshooting and ensuring effective network connection in the Country office.
• Troubleshooting and maintain the network devices e.g. printers, scanners, etc.
• Maintain record of the local network, VPN connection and the wide area network installed and terminated in his/her supported location.
• In consultation with the IT Manager and other team-leads, ensure that visitors (including staff from other locations, ERPs and consultants have the necessary IT assistance to enable them carry out their official assignments during their visits.
Hardware Support
• Configure and install systems and set up new users.
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance/checks, and troubleshoot problems with his/her assigned field offices. Ensure all IT hardware equipment and computer accessories/peripherals are maintain effectively.
• Ensure all IT problems within the office areidentified and solutions found and implemented.
• Perform IT hardware inventory update as necessary.
• Set up projectors, printers, photocopiers, fax machines, digital cameras, etc. for everyday office use andas necessaryfor meetings, etc.
Telecommunications Management
• Ensure the field/sub-field bases supported by him/her have a well installed and functioning voice network (IP PBX). All devices are functioning and the service is cost effective
• Troubleshooting technical problems with mobile subscriptions and IP Phone.
• Ensure radio and satellite equipment is operational. Ensure satellite phones are working and SIM
cards are activated at all times
Asset Management
• Ensure good asset management at the office(s) he/she is supporting through maintenance of an accurate and up to date asset register and inventory tracking system, in close collaboration with the
Logistics and Administrative Officers
• Responsible to make sure that all assets (IT and office equipment) is correctly used
• Oversee the issuance and return of assets to/from staff and record all asset movements and disposals of IT equipments.
Incident Management
• Providing first level on IT helpdesk support in Abuja Country office
• Communicating any service disruptions to users, opportunities and other relevant policies
• Carry out any other tasks required by the line manager
Security and Backup
• Keep the network and all computer systems safe, secure and virus-free.
• Report any alleged or suspected misuse of IT systems/equipment, lapses of security and major violations of organizational standards to the in-country IT representative.
• Ensure proper backup of all staff information, files and folders.
Working Contacts
Internal SCI Staff in Abuja, SCI IT team in Nigeria.
External IT Contractors and Service providers as managed by the in-country IT representative
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability:
• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance
and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.
Ambition:
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same.
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others.
• Future orientated, thinks strategically.
Collaboration:
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE – Essential
• Strong knowledge of Office suite, system, network, operating system and application administration; embedded software or firmware
• Microsoft SharePoint Development
• Active Directory
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems, including XP, Windows 2003, and Window 7, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organizational skills, including the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously; have strong interpersonal and networking skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of people.
• Level of Education – Degree in IT and related IT certifications.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skill Level – Excellent
• Language Requirements – English – Excellent,
• Level of IT Expertise Required – Good
Prior Experience Expectations
• At least one (1) year prior experience in a similar role .
• Must have completed NYSC at the time of application.
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