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

Recruitment for the position of IT Consultant is currently ongoing at IFES, interested applicants are invited to apply if they are eligible. See more information below.

IT Consultant 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.

Job Title: IT Consultant – Nigeria

Position Number: 22:106

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Division: Program Management

Status: Local National Consultant

Job Description

We requires part time individual IT Consultant Services for our office in Abuja, Nigeria. The incumbent will bill IFES at an hourly rate, for a maximum number of 156 billable days during the period of performance (May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023).

Job Responsibilities

The IT services required include, but are not limited to:

Install work places for new comers
Prepare and install standard IT 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
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

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Work with IFES HQ IT staff to configure user accounts, attain licenses, and provide access to IFES resources
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

Qualifications & Experience

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

Skills and Requirements:

Five years of experience troubleshooting software and hardware issues.
Experience in imaging laptops.
Organized mind
Attention to detail
In-depth knowledge of computer systems for Windows 10 or 11.
Enthusiasm.
Technical mind set
Knowledge of computer, information, and network security
Knowledge of local area networking, such as wireless networking and voice connection, and data analysis