Kenya Red Cross Society

I T Assistant

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya - Full Time



EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Emergency Plus Medical Services (E-Plus) is a private company whose core business is to offer emergency medical services which include 24-hour ambulance services, pre-hospital care training and the sale of first aid kits.   

E-Plus is looking for a qualified individual to fill the following position: 
 

 Position Title:           I T Assistant

 Reporting to:            Finance Manager, E-Plus

Job Location:          Nairobi


Job Purpose:

The IT Assistant will be responsible for providing, maintaining, and supporting ICT services and resources to users to enable them performance their duties.

Duties and Responsibilities; -

  • Provide technical support to staff, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, configuring user accounts, and installing software.
  • Maintain and repair computer hardware, diagnose system failures, and perform preventative maintenance.
  • Develop and implement software solutions to automate tasks, improve workflows, and meet specific business needs.
  • Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft products, such as Windows operating systems, Office Suite, and other relevant applications. Specifically, including Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Dynamics NAV).
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest IT trends and technologies by attending training courses and workshops.
  • Document technical procedures and solutions for future reference.
  • Assist with the planning, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure.
  • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues, diagnose and resolve network outages, and maintain overall network performance. (New)
  • Investigate and troubleshoot IT system downtimes to identify root causes and implement swift resolutions.


Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or any other ICT-related discipline
  • 3 – 5 years of professional experience in a similar role


Competencies

  • Proven experience as an ICT Officer or similar role
  • Strong programming skills in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++).
  • Experience with hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft products, including Windows operating systems, Office Suite, and other relevant applications
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player

Interested and qualified? Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of relevant certificates (as one document in PDF) include the address and contacts of three referees one of whom should be a former employer. The subject line for your email must read E-Plus – IT ASSISTANT/HR/2024 to https://www.redcross.or.ke/careers. Closing Date: Friday, 28th June 2024.

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

Job disclaimer and notification: Emergency Plus Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview. 
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