Hope for Children Australia (HFC-Aus) is an Australian grassroots organization, working in Ethiopia on community based initiatives and focusing on education, health, alternative income generation and community engagement. HFC-Aus is currently seeking a qualified ICT support officer.
Hope for Children Australia(HFC-Aus) External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position 1 – ICT support officer
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: BSc in Computer Science, Information Technology and related field
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Term of Employment: Contract
Experience: above 3 years
Employment Type: Full time
Salary:Negotiable
Key duties and responsibilities:
Developing and implementing technology solutions in the organization
Providing assistance and advice to employees of HFC to sort out their computer software and equipment problems, network issues, safety measures etc. All jobs to be recorded with details and time allocated.
Setting up, installing technology and software, and troubleshooting
Fixing, updating, servicing, and maintaining all IT equipment
Ensuring data security
Train staff and students in the use of ICT systems and applications where necessary.
Developing and maintaining local networks; Ensure security and privacy of networks and computer systems – restrict use of social media and limit the internet access to HFC programs related sides only. Implement a limit on download size. Introduce restrictions and limits on sides and online materials age appropriate as well as monitor and report on inappropriate use and access.
Troubleshoot to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Maintaining records/logs of repairs and fixes.
Maintaining hardware and software inventory.
Maintaining expenses related to IT department.
Identifying computer or network equipment shortages.
Managing and maintain the computer lab as per camara and HFC requirements.
With guidance of HFC Country Representative and E-learning trainer maintain networked information technology resources effectively and efficiently in order to maximize educational and administrative outcomes; for example.
Merge online teaching materials involving videos/labs/and lessons within a specific teacher’s lesson plan.
Set up projectors and or screens in each classroom to deliver this material.
Facilitating computer clubs for SSY students as per program designed by E-learning trainer
Conduct inventory and report the status of the Laptops, Desktops, and other IT equipment’s.
Prepare and submit documentations and reports as required.
Additional tasks as required and assigned by the management.
Job Position 2 – E-learning facilitator
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:BSc in Computer Science, Information Technology and related field
Location:Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Term of Employment: Contract
Experience: above 3 years
Employment Type:Full time
Salary: Negotiable
Duties and Responsibilities:
Organize and merge online teaching materials involving videos/educational materials/and lessons within a specific area of students needs
Develop E-learning program based on needs and requirements of students
Facilitate computer clubs for SSY students as per program designed
Deliver E-learning sessions based on students’ needs and requirements
Implement and instruct students in STEAM activities
Monitor students’ progress and effectiveness of on-line learning
Identify resources and activities to support literacy, numeracy and development of digital capabilities.
Support activities focusing on improvement of students independent learning
Research emerging technologies, identify opportunities to integrate new initiatives and drive the implementation and use of educational technology
Communicate effectively with all levels of management
Display leadership, initiative and foresight encouraging students to embrace new technologies
Be an effective problem solver who thrives on working with youth
Report on the outcomes of the E-learning program as required.
Work collaboratively with all HFC staff to facilitate and support academic achievement of all students
The E-learning facilitator may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description for this position. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the position may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of the responsibility entailed.
Required Skills
Emotional Intelligence
Microsoft Office Pack: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, Powerpoint
Account management
How To Apply
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to apply and submit within 7 working days their application letter, updated CV and other supporting documents to [email protected] (or) [email protected]. Please include the following in your cover letter minimum salary requirements (or current salary).