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WHO WE ARE

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

THE PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the ICT Manager, the ICT Specialist 2 manages and organizes all ICT systems and services in the location where s/he is posted. S/he assists the ICT Manager in designing and installing the ICT infrastructure and conducts various activities in the frame of support, displaying a strong ICT knowledge and versatility.

YOUR ROLE

• Design and implement small- to mid-size infrastructure projects including but not limited to following technologies: VoIP, satellite, HF, VHF telecommunication, Network, Software Defined WAN.
• Monitor, upgrade and ensure the existing ICT infrastructure is functional.
• Build reports on the health of the infrastructure and suggest improvements.
• Ensures ICT inventory is updated regularly and well organized, maintains adequate ICT stocks levels and carries out regular physical checks.
• Briefs, advises, and trains end-users on the ICRC’s ICT systems.
• Drafts and updates technical documentation for all IT equipment.
• Collaborates to develop assets management policies and creative solutions for challenges in stock and inventory management.
• Organizes the stocks, secures them, and orders equipment upon need.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues with a focus on optimizing hardware inventory effectiveness to meet ICT Department’s goals.
• Design and implement measures, metrics, and reporting to support the organization’s asset management objectives.

YOUR PROFILE: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent higher education degree in ICT domain (Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer science or similar field). Postgraduate or master’s Degree is an asset.
• 3-4 years of experience in IT, electronics, or similar position
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong understanding of telecom especially VHF, HF, and satellite
• Applicant must have a valid working permit to work in Nigeria.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance and ICRC pension plan.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.
• A full-time, open-ended contract.
• The opportunity to join an ICRC talent pool, be considered for future assignments elsewhere and experience different contexts, fields, and challenges

Grade: B2

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  • Sendyour resume and a cover letter, copies of your diplomas and certificates, valid license to practice (where relevant), and valid ID card to [email protected]
  • Clearly indicate “ABJ202400488 ICT Specialist 2 ABJ” as the subject of your application (Applications intended for this role that disregard the online application Ms Form will not be taken into consideration)

  The deadline for the submission of applications will be 04.10.2024, 16:30hrs. Late applications will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

  Equal opportunities shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, nationality, status, disability etc. (The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment). We welcome applications from all qualified candidates; Female & People Living with Disability applicants are encouraged to apply.

  ICRC will not request any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment