IT Individual Consultant Services Needed at the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) supports citizens’ rights to participate in free and fair elections. Our independent expertise strengthens electoral systems and builds local capacity to deliver sustainable solutions. Since 1987, IFES has worked in over 145 countries – from developing democracies, to mature democracies.

Applications are invited for the services of:

Job Title: IT Individual Consultant

Location: Abuja

Job Description
IFES requires part time individual IT Consultant Services for its office in Abuja, Nigeria. The incumbent will bill IFES at an hourly rate, for a maximum number of 184.50 billable days during the period of performance (November 1, 2019 to March 31, 2021). The IT services required include, but are not limited to:

• Install workplaces for newcomers
• Prepare and install standard lT environment (e.g. laptops & peripheral equipment)
• Install, configure and upgrade operating systems and software, using standard business and administrative packages; recommends and/or performs upgrades on systems
• Respond to support requests, diagnosing equipment and configuration issues with a variety of applications on desktops and laptops remotely or directly on the user-side
• Install, assemble and configure peripherals such as printers, scanners and related hardware
• Assist in the installation of network infrastructure including cabling, communications equipment and telecommunications hardware
• Assist in the organization of presentations, audio and video-conferencing (equipment setup, configuration and testing), working closely with end-users to resolve specific problems maintaining a high level of end-user satisfaction
• Troubleshoot problems with computer systems, including troubleshooting hardware and software, email, network and peripheral equipment problems
• Work with procurement staff on the procurement of IT hardware and software
• Performing asset inventory activities as needed
• Communicate with vendors to resolve technical problems with computing software and hardware
• Train other staff on software and hardware
• Work with IFES HQ IT staff to configure user accounts, attain licenses, and provide access to IFES resources
• Perform other duties of similar nature or level.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc/B.Eng Computer Science/Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years relevant field experience with reputable Organizations or International NGOs
• Proficient in English
• Reference checks is mandatory.

Skills and Requirements:

• Problem solving skills
• Technical mind set
• Organized mind
• Attention to detail
• In-depth knowledge of computer systems
• Enthusiasm
• Ability to describe technical information in easy-to-understand terms
• Good communication skills
• Discretion (since confidential data is held on computer systems)
• Patience.

Application Closing Date
29th October, 2019.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Application, current Resume and Cover Letter to: ifesnigeria@ifes.org using the "Job Title" as subject of the email.

Note: Only applications sent by email will be considered and shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.