ICT Specialist

GIZ-Internal/External Vacancy Announcement #017/2022

GIZ Country Office 

ICT is an integral part of GIZ everyday business. I e digital age it is vital for GIZ Ethiopia, and Djibouti provide the right tools for employees and automate processes to improve individual and overall productivity. Our aim: current and professional ICT support for smooth operations. The ICT unit in GIZ Country office in Addis Ababa is providing dedicated ICT technical support and consulting services to units, programs, and projects so they can focus on their business.

 The IT department seeks a qualified candidate for the position of IT Specialist.

 Position: IT Specialist  

Remuneration: As per the GIZ scale

Application deadline: March 01, 2022

Place of Work: Addis Ababa

Required Number: 1(one)

Contract Duration: Open 

Job Requirements

 Responsibilities / Duties

• Ensure the network infrastructure complies with GIZ Headquarter ICT guidelines and maintain them regularly.
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows server and Linux Server.
• Advanced Linux commands for installing and testing services
• Responsible for all aspect of the analysis, design, and implementation of technical infrastructure work.
• Knowledge in Configuring and maintaining Cisco Meraki Devices is a plus
• Knowledge in AZURE environment is a plus
• Skill in PHP preferably with knowledge in Laravel and MySQL database
•  Basic knowledge of Git
• Basic knowledge in JavaScript and preferably with some browser debugging
• Performing remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions.
• Determining the best solution based on the issue and details provided by customers
• Walk the customer through the problem-solving process
• Provide accurate information on IT products or services
• Identify and suggest possible improvements on procedures
• Perform timely Servers and Network infrastructure hardware and software upgrades as required.
• Identify and escalate situations requiring urgent attentions.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed
• Work with various teams—such as internal control, IT security and risk management—to maintain a highly secure system through proper configuration and system access monitoring.
• Perform related function as required

Requirements

• First degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or equivalent
• 5 Years or above of work experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

How to Apply

Application procedure:

Interested and qualified candidates shall submit their motivation letter along with their non-returnable recent CV via CLICK HERE or Email: hreth@giz.de

Note: Make sure you mention the Vacancy Number ‘IT Specialist #017/2022 in the subject line of your email application. Due to large number of applications, we categories applications with the vacancy numbers.  Applications without vacancy numbers in subject lines might not be categorized in the appropriate folder and could be disqualified. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We encourage persons with disabilities to apply for the position. In case of equal qualification, persons with disabilities will be given preference. Applications from qualified women are encouraged.

“Please refer to our brochure to learn more about GIZ’s attractive benefit package.”