ICT Manager - Nairobi, Kenya - Kingfisher Nest Ltd

    Kingfisher Nest Ltd
    Kingfisher Nest Ltd Nairobi, Kenya

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    About Us:

    Kingfisher Nest Hotel Apartments is a
    dynamic and thriving hotel located in Nairobi, Kenya. We are currently seeking
    a highly skilled and experienced ICT Manager to join our team and lead the management
    of our information and communication technology systems.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Higher
      Diploma in ICT
    • Minimum
      of 4 years of experience in hotel IT environments.
    • Proficiency
      in administration and support of Sun System and Qfinity.
    • Expertise
      in Property Management Systems, specifically Fidelio and Opera systems,
      including Material Control System.



      Responsibilities:



      1. Maintain
        Cleanliness: Ensure cleanliness of all data
        equipment and computer rooms.
      2. Self-Starter: Be a self-starter, alert, energetic, responsible, and
        flexible.
      3. Vendor
        Coordination: Coordinate vendors for Guest
        Internet, Property Management Systems (PMS), Point of Sale (POS), IPTV,
        Telephony systems, and other software vendors.
      4. Troubleshooting: Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot hardware and software
        problems.
      5. Network
        Oversight: Oversee and handle network
        configuration, Servers, Workstations, Networking equipment, PABX, email
        accounts, and support for the underlying server/desktop infrastructure.
      6. Problem
        Analysis: Conduct Root Cause Analysis on
        problems.
      7. Network
        Knowledge: Possess knowledge of network
        fundamentals, general network setup, and device configuration.
      8. Server
        Expertise: Have good knowledge of server
        hardware, Disk storage technology, I/O devices.
      9. Profiling
        Tools: Utilize system-level profiling tools
        and network monitoring systems for application performance profiling
        (iostat, Nagios).
      10. Infrastructure
        Knowledge: Understand network infrastructure,
        including CAT5/6 cabling, wireless networks, network switches, WAN/LAN,
        domain controller, Active Directory, firewall, and VPN applications.
      11. Systems
        Background: Have a background in highly
        available systems and image capture/management systems.
      12. Active
        Directory: Demonstrate extensive knowledge of
        Active Directory, Management, and Implementations.
      13. Preventive
        Maintenance: Prepare & Implement
        Preventive Maintenance Schedule for all IT hardware & Software.
      14. Project
        Leadership: Manage leadership in the
        establishment of project scope, technical strategy, cost, budget, and
        staff support requirements with new IT initiatives.
      15. Policy
        Development: Prepare Policy & Procedures
        for the IT Department and for the user department.
      16. Disaster
        Recovery: Manage the Disaster Recovery Process
        and ensure regular daily backup is taken.
      17. Anti-virus
        Support: Provide anti-virus setup and
        day-to-day support.
      18. User
        Solutions: Identify and implement solutions to
        user challenges and concerns associated with the use of personal computer
        equipment.
      19. PCI
        Compliance: Ensure that policies and
        procedures relating to PCI compliance are updated.
      20. Error
        Logging: Maintain a system error/progress log
        book and deal with reported problems.
      21. IT
        Audit: Ensure that IT Audit points are
        implemented as per relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
      22. Inventory
        Management: Monitor and maintain proper inventory
        of hardware and software licenses.
      23. Security
        Policies: Be aware of IT Security Policies and
        ensure implementation through regular staff training.
      24. Technology
        Awareness: Keep updated with the latest hotel
        technology and security risks on a regular basis.
      25. Ad Hoc
        Tasks: Perform other IT or Systems-related
        tasks assigned by the management.

        How to Apply:



        If you meet the above qualifications and
        are ready to take on the challenges of managing our ICT systems, please send
        your resume and cover letter to by 31st
        January 2024.