DRC Management Information System Officer Jobs Kenya 2024
DRC Management Information System Officer Jobs Kenya 2024: Danish Refugee Council has announced latest Job vacancy in Kakuma, Kenya. You can apply to the job before the Application deadline Sep 17th, 2024. Before applying we suggest read the job description very carefully and also requirements about this position.
Position Quick Info
- Job Title: Management Information System Officer
- Duty Station: Kakuma
- Country: Kenya
- Employment Category: Band I2
- Contract duration: 3-months
- Contract Type: National
- Deadline: Sep 17, 2024
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
In consultation with the Area Manager, conduct quarterly review of the needs of DRC Kakuma employees and beneficiaries in terms of ICT hardware and software for information management, data processing, data storage, distribution of information to end users and ICT training.
In consultation with the Area Manager, prepare budgets for the established ICT hardware, software and capacity-building needs for Kakuma Area;
In collaboration with the country office and Regional IT Office, develop, document and implement procedures and standards for Kakuma Area to guide the use of software, hardware, and network infrastructure
Perform software installations, ensure installation of updates of software and provide support for day-to-day systems operations;
Manage the computer lab at the DRC Youth Center in Kakuma Camp 4
Configuration and setup of the LAN, ensuring the right standards are followed
Upgrade hardware and software as needed
Track software licenses in operation
Setup efficient local and offsite backup
In line with DRC management information systems security protocols, ensure that established procedures and standards for access to data processing facilities and the data itself are adhered to;
Setup and maintain centralized anti-virus server and ensure automatic updates
Perform preventive maintenance service on all IT equipment on a scheduled basis
Perform general repairs on IT equipment and peripherals as needed
Overall in-charge of the administrative function of the Kakuma 4 Youth Centre and other ICT hubs set up under the Kakuma Area operation;
Maintain an inventory schedule of all IT equipment and software in use; diagnose status and performance on a regular basis
Maintain a record of all equipment received for repairs and maintenance
Provide help desk and technical support to end users
Provide training for beneficiaries taking basic and advanced ICT on specific topics;
Provide effective management of the whole training cycle including reward and certification processes.
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of work experience in management information systems, IT or ICT management in NGO/INGO environment;
Excellent supervisory skills and ability to motivate teams;
Excellent knowledge of enterprise networks and systems: IT hardware and infrastructure support, microcomputer management, data management and security.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are required
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, working with different groups and nationalities.
Demonstrated experience of working with ERP systems;
Excellent planning and budget development skills for multiple-donor environments;
Demonstrated experience and skills in capacity building and mentoring of supervisees;
Previous experience in a refugee set-up and work in harsh environments;
Education:
University degree in Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant degree.
Industry professional qualifications / certification in the areas of network administration, information systems audit or systems development is an added advantage.
Training in Enterprise Resource planning (ERP) systems