Job Description
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: ICT / Computer
Summary:
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Information Management Assistant position in the Information System Center (ISC).
Duties
The position is responsible for managing Post SharePoint sites including design, configuration, and implementation of all web parts and sites by ensuring that the SharePoint is accurately in operation to meet Post needs. The incumbent also manages all areas of the unclassified local area network to include, application of security fixes, installation of software, and upgrades.
Incumbent will train users on Microsoft applications and other Department of State applications. The incumbent will assist in ensuring that the Information Technology (IT) inventory is accurately maintained by recording dispatched equipment and properly disposing of old equipment. Incumbent performs routine maintenance on servers to include backups, testing and restoration of files and folders, as well as assist with account and user management. The position reports directly to the Senior Computer Management Specialist.
Education Requirements:
- A University Degree in Computer Science, Programming, Information Security, Mathematics, or Engineering is required.
- Experience: At least three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in the computer field, including hardware, software, SharePoint, and database management with emphasis on Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office packages, and Microsoft SharePoint, and training is required.
Skills And Abilities:
- Ability to interface with personnel within the mission and with helpdesk personnel in Washington is required.
- The ability to quickly adapt to new technology and assist with network planning is required.
- The ability to interact in a professional manner with the embassy and Washington is required.
- Proficiency with Keyboard/Typing skills is required for computer software installation and troubleshooting, as well as for reports and communicating with customers and colleagues.
- The incumbent must be able to lift up to 10kg.
- The ability to configure switches, routers, and firewalls is required.
- Must be able to open up a workstation, and identify faulty parts, and be equipped with the knowledge to make relevant changes including replacing or adding more memory to the Workstation, or replacing the Hard drive so that the workstation can function faster and process information better and quicker.
- The incumbent must have a good background in the SharePoint application platform. Incumbent must have a vast knowledge of Web Part creation, design, and creation of modules, as well as interactive processing applications using SharePoint.