ICT Coordinator at Maternal Newborn and Child Health Programme (MNCH 2)

The Maternal, Newborn and Child Health Programme (MNCH2) is looking for skilled, creative and enthusiastic Individuals to contribute and work within this dynamic five (5) year project.

In return we offer;

• A friendly and team-based working environment
• Opportunity to work with national and international colleagues
• Vital contribution to bettering maternal and newborn services in Northern Nigeria
• The opportunity to truly “make a difference”
• A competitive salary with benefits

The Maternal Newborn and Child health programme (MNCH2) is a 5 year country led programme which aims toreduce maternal arid child mortality in northern Nigeria. Funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), is the programme being implemented by a consortium comprising of the Futures Group, Society for Family Health (SFH), Options, Mannion Daniels (MD), Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH), Axios, and Marie Stopes International (MSI). MNCH 2 will be Implemented In six states in northern Nigeria; Jigawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Yobe and Zamfara.

Job Position: ICT Coordinator

Location: Kano State

Key Responsibilities:
The ICT Coordinator will lead and coordinate information, technology support, and related activities. He or she provides Initial training, and is the first line support for all MNCH 2 computer users. The Information Services provide network and Internet access rights, and ensure Internet functionality. Technician will keep the inventory of all IT equipment, maintain network documentation, and provide desktop support to all staff across the six states.

Serve as the focal point resource for IT activities within the MNCH 2 project offices in Northern Nigeria, and act as primary liaison with the ICI department In Australia and the UK to ensure that the office network is configured and maintained within the parameters established by the IT Support policy. S/he will report to the Deputy Team Leader, Operations based In Kano State.

Requirement

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology or a combination of relevant education and experience, A+ or Network+ certification preferred.
• Significant experience with network technologies, including local-area network (LAN) protocols, wide-area network (WAN) protocols, IP routing, DHCIP, DNS, TFTP, and WINS
• Collaborate with the Communication Advisor to develop and manage the MNCH 2 website with regular updates of project activities.
• Must have a very strong Excel and database skills (Access, MySQL, SQL Server) with significant experience with network hardware, including routers, switches, hubs, and CSU/DSU.
• High degree of computer literacy, proficiency in IT infrastructure configuration, and demonstrated advanced computer skills In Microsoft Office Suite applications required. Knowledge of other commercial database applications, Including SQL and inventory control. Experience supporting accounting packages helpful.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently.
• Fluency in English and Hausa, Including speaking, reading, and writing, with the ability to conduct business In English.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Northern Nigeria and internationally, as needed.

Application Closing Date
29th July, 2014

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send your CV with a brief cover letter to: [email protected] , specifying the position and state for which you are applying in the subject line. For example ‘ICT Coordinator - Kano”
Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted.

Note: There are no relocation allowances available for the position.