Job Vacancy For IT Specialist

GIZ

  • Tamale, Northern Region Accra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
Job Vacancy For IT SpecialistDeutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) - is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities in Ghana cover three priority areas: Climate and Energy, Just Transition; Sustainable Economic Development, Training and Employment, and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.Scope of Role:
  • In your role as an IT Specialist/Junior IT Specialist, IT and digital tools are used extensively by the GIZ employees to achieve its business objectives.
  • Consequently, IT Specialist must ensure that all relevant IT systems are working as they should and in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Tasks:
  • Installation, upgrade and maintenance of IT-Equipment. (e.g. client computer, printers, network equipment, scanners, servers, peripheral devices)
  • Monitors the state of hardware and software in use for security aspects.
  • Tests new hardware systems and identifies options for upgrading existing systems and peripherals.
  • Monitors the internet connections in use to ensure maximum uptime.
  • Implements IT security measures in projects office.
  • Monitors vulnerabilities in the communications networks to prevent data leaks.
  • Helps regularly update antivirus software and relevant operating system updates/patches to ensure a secure working environment.
  • Resolves all technical and connectivity issues, prepares all the necessary information, and provides phone support.
  • maintains all GIZ standards (e.g., Ms. 365, WINPACCS, SAP) and custom software used in project offices.
  • Knowledge and experience in Incident and Escalation Management.
  • Helps implementing ISMS in alliance with GIZ Headquarters strategy and local Information Security Advisor.
  • Ensure that the IT systems in use comply to GIZ Standard Policies and Guidelines.
  • Keeps an inventory of software and hardware.
Qualification Required & ExperienceProfile:
  • BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Information Technology or related fields
  • Outstanding knowledge of IT hardware and software used, (Windows Server) computer network systems (Cisco Meraki), database software, network security.
  • At least 2 years professional experience in Information Technology position or a supporting experience in IT areas.
  • Good presentation, communication, and reporting skills with the ability to present complex technical details in a simple business context good time management.
  • Outstanding working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. Microsoft 365)
  • Good knowledge and command of the English is a must and team spirit.
  • Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed - corresponding measures are agreed with management.
Location: Accra. Tamale & WaHow To Apply For The JobInterested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:hr-ghana@giz.deunder the Job Code 2024/ITS/30/01 and your preferred Duty Station. If you do not hear from us Two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.Closing Date: 13 February, 2024GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.

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