ASSISTANT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WANTED IN GABORONE

The incumbent should have proven ability to:

Perform installations and configurations of the operating system environment (LINUX and Windows), workstations, and servers for computer systems used in the organization
Perform routine server administration and maintenance including user access
Perform system backups and recovery
Monitor network to ensure network availability to all computer systems
Maintain all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs and UPSs
Assist in performing necessary upgrades and maintenance to support network availability train the Network Support Technicians
Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes and service records
Assist in developing disaster recovery plans. Respond to emergency network outages in accordance with disaster recovery plans.
Test recovery procedures
Assist with performing server and security audits and other duties, as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. At least 3 years working experience at a similar level. The following are added advantage;

Strong skills in Linux
Experience in shell scripting
Experience with MySQL, Apache, Python would be a great asset
Relevant IT certifications are an advantage

Company

Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership is a collaborative research and training initiative between government of Botswana and the Harvard School of Public Health. BHP is dedicated to fight HIV/AIDS and related public health challenges through collaborative research, education and capacity building.

We seek assertive, result oriented, strategic thinkers with good interpersonal skills to fill in the above position.