Network Administrator
Full time @Chuna Sacco posted 1 month ago in IT/Telcom Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 4383
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Others
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Experience Less Than 1 Year
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Gender Both
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Industry IT/Telcom
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Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
Job Description
AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY AT CHUNA SACCO
Network Administrator
1. BACKGROUND
CHUNA DT SACCO is one of the Deposit-Taking Sacco Societies in Kenya. It was registered as a Co-operative Society on 24th March, 1976, under the provisions of the Co- operative Societies Act. The SACCO was first licensed by SASRA to conduct Deposit-Taking business on 19th December 2011, with subsequent license renewals for each financial period. The SACCO primarily draws its membership from employees of The University of Nairobi and its affiliates but opened its common bond in 2018. Its office is located at the University of Nairobi, Main Campus, Faculty of Engineering, off Harry Thuku Road, Nairobi County.
2. JOB DESCRIPTION
| Job Title | Network Administrator |
| Location | Nairobi |
| Reporting to | ICT Officer |
| Department | ICT |
| Position Supervises | Interns & Attaches |
Purpose of the Job: Network Administrator
The Network Administrator will be responsible for managing and securing the IT network infrastructure of the SACCO to ensure uninterrupted service delivery to members. This includes ensuring network reliability, securing sensitive member data, and aligning with Kenya’s data protection laws and SACCO regulations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Network Management:
- Configure and manage SACCO’s LAN, WAN, and VPN connections to ensure seamless branch and member
- Optimize network performance to support core banking systems and other SACCO applications.
- Provide technical guidance to users, especially on network
- Security and Compliance:
- Implement and maintain firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint protection tools to secure member
- Ensure compliance with Kenya Data Protection Act (KDPA) and industry standards like COBIT and ISO
- Support the implementation of IT policies and
“The University Sacco”
CHUNA SACCO SOCIETY LTD UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
EMAIL: chunasacco@uonbi.ac.ke Web: www.chunasacco.co.ke
- System Monitoring and Maintenance:
P.O.BOX 30197-00100
0705 951 672, 0733 809 421
Pilot line: 0204910000
- Monitor network systems for anomalies, downtime, or breaches and address issues
- Perform routine backups of network configurations and data for disaster recovery planning.
- Manage the installation of new versions of systems used and troubleshoot ad-hoc user problems in their
- Asset Management:
- Track and maintain an updated inventory of IT and network assets, ensuring they are well-maintained and
- Participate in the acquisition of computer hardware as may be
- Incident Response:
- Respond to and resolve network-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to SACCO operations.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to detect and mitigate
- Provide technical support to regional offices on IT
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain up-to-date documentation on network architecture, configurations, and changes.
- Prepare reports for management on network performance and incident
- Assist in the production of weekly, monthly, or periodic departmental reports as requested.
- User Support and Training:
- Assist in training users on new systems and technologies to enable them to fully utilize available
- Support the System Support Administrator in developing in-house ICT systems in liaison with user
- General Responsibilities:
- Participate in implementing the ICT strategy for the Society to ensure effective use of ICT
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor or the
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker).
“The University Sacco”
CHUNA SACCO SOCIETY LTD UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
EMAIL: chunasacco@uonbi.ac.ke Web: www.chunasacco.co.ke
P.O.BOX 30197-00100
0705 951 672, 0733 809 421
Pilot line: 0204910000
- Experience in managing core banking systems’ network infrastructure is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of SACCO-related regulatory frameworks in Kenya (e.g., SASRA requirements).
Attributes/Skills
- Familiarity with SACCO ERP/Core Banking
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Superb analytical skills
- Deep understanding of ICT matters
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and a strong work ethic
Interested candidates who meet the set criteria may submit their application letter which should include salary expectation together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae with at least three contacts of professional referees, copies of academic and professional certificates to:
Chief Executive Officer CHUNA SACCO Society Ltd P.O.BOX 30197-00100
Nairobi
All applications should be submitted on email to: admin.chuna@uonbi.ac.ke with subject heading clearly marked “Network Administrator.”
NB. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Application deadline: Friday 14th February,2025 at 5:00PM. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CHUNA SACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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