Information Technology Officer at the Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) – Adamawa and Borno

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is an indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting a broad range of global health programs, education, research, and livelihoods initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

In anticipation of a potential award from USAID on the Accelerating Control of the HIV Epidemic in Nigeria (ACE) with focus on the BAY (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe) states, the position below is open for consideration to all qualified candidates:

Job Title: Information Technology Officer

Location: Adamawa and Borno
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Project: ACE
Category: Finance & Admin

Responsibilities

• Will provide support and maintenance to ACE computer and network infrastructure to ensure stable operations.
• S/he will implement new IT solutions to improve business efficiency and productivity and will maintain/support implemented systems to ensure high end-user satisfaction.
• Maintain, monitor and troubleshoot Server Systems and Networks, automated backup and restore operations and mission-critical applications such as email, file/print services and other line of business applications to allow IT respond proactively to emerging problems and perform ongoing IT “housekeeping” functions.
• Perform installations of operating systems, layered products, and third-party products for multi-user computer systems that host corporate applications, databases and websites.
• Maintain Local Area Networks, Wireless networks, Firewalls and other essential network services as appropriate. Assist and perform software installations and upgrades as required.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

• BS / BA Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent with 4 – 6 years post-national youth service relevant experience.
• Or MS/MA Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science or its recognized equivalent, and 3 – 4 years post-national youth service relevant experience.
• Candidate must possess Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certifications.
• Experience with a multi-site network (at least 3 sites) with a minimum of 200 users is highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
Tuesday, 11th January, 2022.