Reports To: Data Officer
Location: Head Office (Kisumu)
Closing Date: 9th January, 2013
Omega Foundation is seeking to recruit an Intern to perform the functions outlined below;
Main Purpose and Scope
Omega Foundation is seeking to recruit an Intern to perform the functions outlined below;
Main Purpose and Scope
Omega Foundation is increasingly relying on computer systems in all areas of its operations and decision-making processes.
It is therefore crucial to ensure the correct running and maintenance of its IT system. The IT technical support intern will monitor and maintain the computer systems and networks of Omega Foundation.
The incumbent will support the installation and configure computer/IT systems, diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical and applications problems.
This work will need the person to have an understanding on how information systems are used and applying technical knowledge related to computer hardware or software.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
- Installing, testing and upgrading new software from time to time
- Ensuring the anti-virus software is installed, properly configured, regularly updated and working properly on all PC and server stations
- Maintaining server and network hardware
- Supporting the roll-out of new applications and Setting up hardware.
- Checking new computer equipment and installing as per requirements.
- Maintaining computer peripheral equipment e.g. printers, scanners and projectors
- Maintaining wireless networks, desktop and server computers
- Providing technical support for hardware and software issues in the office
- Setting up and maintaining backup system for file servers and in-office desktop computers
- Participate in data entry and perform data cleaning.
- Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks;
- Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues;
- Providing support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports;
- Conducting electrical safety checks on computer/IT equipment
- Testing and evaluating new technology;
- Installing and configuring computer systems
Critical Competencies
The incumbent must be knowledgeable in use of computers and accessing internet resources and have excellent interpersonal; communication, strong results orientation, organizational, creative, multitasking and analytical skills.
Ability to facilitate staff trainings will be a desired advantage.
Job Requirement (Knowledge / Skills Competencies)
Job Requirement (Knowledge / Skills Competencies)
Qualifications
A minimum of a Diploma IT, Computer Science and demonstrable experience in IT support, data entry and management.
Skills required
Skills required
- Experience in Database use and Data management,
- Communication and analytical skills,
- Computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills especially statistical analysis using SPSS, Ms Access, Excel, Epi Info, among others,
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and within strict timelines,
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit application with CV and testimonials to:
The Human Resources Office,
Omega Foundation,
P.O. Box 3246-40100,
Kisumu, Kenya.
Deadline 9th January, 2013.
Interested candidates should submit application with CV and testimonials to:
The Human Resources Office,
Omega Foundation,
P.O. Box 3246-40100,
Kisumu, Kenya.
Deadline 9th January, 2013.
E-mail applications should be addressed to info@omegafoundation.or.ke and copy to omegafoundation384@gmail.com
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