ICT Specialist 2 needed at International Committee of the Red Cross

THE PURPOSE

• Under the supervision of the ICT Manager, the ICT Specialist 2 manages and organizes all ICT systems and services in the location where s/he is posted. S/he assists the ICT Manager in designing and installing the ICT infrastructure and conducts various activities in the frame of support, displaying a strong ICT knowledge and versatility.

YOUR ROLE

• Design and implement small- to mid-size infrastructure projects including but not limited to following technologies: VoIP, satellite, HF, VHF telecommunication, Network, Software Defined WAN.
• Monitor, upgrade and ensure the existing ICT infrastructure is functional.
• Build reports on the health of the infrastructure and suggest improvements.
• Ensures ICT inventory is updated regularly and well organized, maintains adequate ICT stocks levels and carries out regular physical checks.
• Briefs, advises, and trains end-users on the ICRC’s ICT systems.
• Drafts and updates technical documentation for all IT equipment.
• Collaborates to develop assets management policies and creative solutions for challenges in stock and inventory management.
• Organizes the stocks, secures them, and orders equipment upon need.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues with a focus on optimizing hardware inventory effectiveness to meet ICT Department’s goals.
• Design and implement measures, metrics, and reporting to support the organization’s asset management objectives.

YOUR PROFILE: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent higher education degree in ICT domain (Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer science or similar field). Postgraduate or master’s Degree is an asset.
• 3-4 years of experience in IT, electronics, or similar position
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong understanding of telecom especially VHF, HF, and satellite
• Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, open-ended contract.
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges