Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Oxford University Press Systems Administrator Job in Kenya


Systems Administrator

Oxford University Press (OUP), the largest University Press ¡n the world, ¡s a department of the
University of Oxford . 

It furthers the University’s objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide. 

OUP EA Ltd, a market leader in Educational Publishing, seeks to recruit a Systems Administrator who is energetic and results oriented.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the running of the IT systems and infrastructure.
  • Provide IT support to users and identify and troubleshoot problems based on user problem description.
  • Maintain systems backup, security and contingency plans to ensure continuity and high availability of existing business systems.
  • Research and recommend innovative, and where possible, automated approaches for system administration tasks.
  • Support users in the implementation of internal IT security policies and procedures for the Company.
  • Assist ¡n the coordination, development and deployment of IT systems and infrastructure within the Company.
  • Ensure the stable operation of Business Systems and network connections.
  • Develop and write procedures for installation, use, and solving problems of networks and communications hardware and software.
  • Liaise with external service providers to ensure maximum systems availability.
  • Train end users on the various applications to optimize utilization of IT resources.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certificate.
  • Cisco Certified Networks Associate (CCNA) Certificate.
  • 3 years systems administration experience ¡n a busy Microsoft environment.
  • Experience in WAN administration.
  • Exposure to SAP will be an added advantage.
  • Positive attitude and sound work ethics.
If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please send your application and resume to hr@oxford.co.ke quoting the position title on the subject of the email on or before Friday 30th November 2012. 

Your resume should include a working email address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, and names and addresses of three referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.