VACANCY NOTICE
The management of the Kumasi Centre for Collaborative Research into Tropical Medicine (KCCR) is currently looking for a highly motivated and competent person for the position of Assistant Systems Manager for immediate employment.
Main Responsibilities/Activities |
· assists in purchasing and maintaining IT hardware (notebooks, printers, digital cameras, scanners, servers and all PCs) in accordance with current KCCR standards · helps purchase and improve hardware and networks, assists with testing new hardware systems, and identifies options for upgrading existing systems and peripherals · helps maintain and regularly update all KCCR standard software as well as purchase new ones · assists with website maintenance · within the limits of his/her authority to act, consults with suppliers to ensure that the network, telephone system and computer hardware function properly · assist to incorporate market developments on relevant IT issues on his/her own initiative · assists in carrying out and ensuring general administration of the entire IT system · backs up data and safeguards the system against hackers · helps resolve computer and internet problems as well as prepares the necessary information · assists in advising on IT projects · maintains a list of all hardware and software systems, and updates this to reflect changes · documents the installation and settings on servers and on computer systems |
QUALIFICATIONS/PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
The Post holder should have the following: (E = Essential; D = Desirable)
- Professional Diploma or BSc in Information Technology from a recognized institution (E)
- familiarity with IT hardware and the software used, IT network systems, database software, intranet and a basic understanding of specific KCCR software used in the Centre (E)
- At least 2 years’ professional experience in a comparable position (E)
- outstanding working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, VOIP, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office) (E)
- good knowledge of English language (E)
- willingness to up skill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management (D)
The contract will be for a period of two years (renewable)
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons should email the following to: The Office Manager, KCCR, KNUST, Kumasi no later than 27th June 2025, 17:00 GMT:
- An application letter, motivation letter, detailed CV including contact numbers and email addresses of two referees copies of certificates and two reference letters and email them to: henrietta.addai@kccr.de
Only applicants meeting the requirements will be shortlisted and contacted for an interview