Posted:September 21, 2023
By:Semasocial
Company Details
Industry:
Education Management
Description:
Pwani University began as Kilifi Institute of Agriculture in 1984 though the first intake of 200 students for the Two Year Certificate Course in Agriculture and Home Economics was in July 1987. By 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture had graduated 3,837 students. The Institute also hosted a number of Masters and PhD research students from other national universities. On 23rd August 2007, Kilifi Institute of Agriculture was upgraded to a Constituent College of Kenyatta University, and in March 2013, it was given a charter as a full- fledged University. It is strategically placed in the heart of the Coastal region of Kenya in Kilifi Town, right on the Mombasa-Malindi Highway; and is equipped with facilities to offer quality training in Tropical Agriculture, Tropical Medicine, Marine Sciences and Education. So whether you’re finishing high school, beginning university for the first time, or pursuing graduate studies, you’ll find a wide range of options at Pwani University. Our University has more than five schools which all together offer a diversity of degree programmes in the Arts, Humanities, Sciences, Health and Education. The University has engaged highly qualified staff members.
Job Description
REF: PU/ADV/02/09/2023
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF COMPUTER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - LOCUM
- This is a temporary/short term position available for three (3) to six (6) months.
Academic Qualifications
The candidate must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Experience
The candidate must:
- Have At least three (3) years of relevant work experience from an institution of higher learning or a large commercial enterprise.
Skills and knowledge
The candidate must have skills in:
- Working knowledge of LAN, WAN and WLAN
- Teamwork skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Good communication skills
Duties and responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities of the Computer Laboratory Technician – Locum will include but not limited to:
- Troubleshoot, analyze and repair problems of computer elements such as desktop computers, laptops and various components/peripherals of an IT network
- Prepare reports on conditions of ICT equipment within the university and submit them to the Director, ICT for decision making.
- Maintenance of computing systems (hardware, software and networks), data communication systems and preventive maintenance and repair of ICT equipment.
- Troubleshoot software and hardware compatibility issues and ensure all failed computer products and processes are identified and solved.
- Obtain, set and install computer software for ICT training laboratories to enable user perform their activities effectively.
- Assist the ICT Trainers and Computer Technologists in carrying out various laboratory/workshop activities to support learning in the university.
- Supervise and guide students on practical attachments in order to produce reliable and precise information to support research findings.
- Installation and configuration of Enterprise Resource and Planning software system for university computers to ensure efficient execution of operational activities.
- Distribution of procured ICT equipment to departments/campuses to ensure equitable and effective use of ICT resources.
- Management of ICT equipment inventory by updating the database regularly to identify any losses and recommend for upgrade.
- Management and track user work tickets to ensure proper use of university resources and assets.
- Create user accounts in the Domain Name Server for all staff members for official communication.
- Install and configuring antivirus software and manage the antivirus server software to combat new viruses and protect university computers and information from any vulnerability.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Contract Based
Contact Information
Name: Hiring Kenya
