MEDS Systems Administrator 2015

MEDS Systems Administrator 2015
March 13, 2015 Job Description
Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS): Are you interested in joining a World Class Faith
Based Medical Supply Chain and Capacity Building Organization that is currently enhancing its operations?
Do you have the desire to contribute your knowledge and experience in a customer focused, quality and solutions driven organization?
MEDS has an exciting and challenging opening for a qualified and motivated Systems Administrator.Job Purpose: Administration, support and maintenance of MEDS multi-user ICT systems.
Job Reports To: ICT Manager
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as Syspro ERP system administrator and application Support person.
Assist the ICT manager in developing and managing ICT budget and monitoring to ensure expenditure is within approved limits.
Design, update and maintain standard reports using Excel and/or Crystal report writer for various departments to facilitate decision-making.
Liaise with ERP vendor for technical support and updates to the ERP
Serve as the organization’s Payroll and Human Resources systems administrator and support person.
Administer various Windows Operating Systems, Active domain directory, DNS and DHCP and Wi-Fi services
Administer, maintain and troubleshoot Linux mail/internet proxy server
Create, maintain, support and manage MS SQL databases while ensuring backup is adequately taken and restoration tests performed as necessary
Assist in developing/editing and enforcing policy and procedures to ensure the protection of MEDS ICT assets as well as the security and privacy of information. Ensure compliance with all software licensing agreements.
Prepare technical specifications to be used in the procurement of ICT equipment, software and services.
Liaise with Service providers (Vendors) for optimum service and maintenance of key services such as internet, email and applications.
Administer and update the organization’s website and intranet as required
Job Requirements:
Level of Education: Degree in Computer Science/Information ScienceProfessional/Additional Qualifications: Basic accounting knowledge will be an added advantage
Experience: Over 7 years’ hands on experience as a Systems Administrator, handling MS SQL databases with a working knowledge of Crystal Report writing and SYPRO ERP
Job Skills / Behavioral Attributes: a team player with a high level of initiative, integrity, good interpersonal relations with excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills.
How to Apply
If you are interested in the above position, send your CV and application letter to hr@meds.or.ke indicating the position you are applying for on the subject line.
Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted