UNICEF seeks to recruit for Temporary an Appointment of IT Associate (Operations), GS-6, Global Shared Services Centre, Budapest, Hungary
Job no: 515511
Work type: Temporary Appointment
Location: Hungary
Categories: Information Communication Technology, Support: Operations, G-6, Operations and Business Management
Advertised: Central Europe Daylight Time
Applications close: Central Europe Daylight Time
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Description
How can you make a difference?
Responsibilities:
Ensure timely and effective user support.
- Provide on-going assistance in the operation and implementation of new systems.
- Perform first and second line support functions.
- Administer data security for end user access to network and/or facilities and troubleshooting ad-hoc or software problems experience on the network or facilities.
- Escalate the problem to ITSS HQNY if required.
- Ensure all calls are recorded, responded to promptly and resolved within the specified time frame.
Assist in the installation, configuration, maintenance and operation of the ICT Infrastructure such as Servers, Datacenter, Desktops, Laptops, Printers and other IT equipment.
- Deploy and maintain end user hardware (e.g. Servers, Printers, Desktops, Laptops and other ICT equipment (excluding networking equipment).
- Ensure regular monitoring, analyzing and resolving of all problems related to hardware.
- Perform on the spot hardware troubleshooting and replacement of parts when needed.
- Ensure all equipment is secured against network threats, protected against virus and backup schedules are adhered to.
Coordinate and monitor the work of the helpdesk function for the effective and timely resolution of problems.
- Ensure adherence to UNICEF IT policies and procedures.
- Provide technical assistance to the GSSC.
- Assist in drafting technical documentation as necessary.
- Coordinate and monitor hardware calls with vendors.
- Analyze and identify trends and root causes.
- Address the issue of reducing the number of calls in terms of spares, training, guidelines, etc., based on the statistical analysis.
- Track and monitor incidents throughout their life-cycle, including verification and closure.
- Analyze problems, identify alternatives, test and recommend solutions.
- Assist in global roll outs both in terms of implementation and user orientation/training as necessary.
- Supports project roll outs and implementation of new processes, including testing debugging and implementation of new application and systems.
- Coordinate with administration in items (old and obsolete) for Property Survey Board (PSB).
- Coordinate with IT and Operations staff to ensure that the asset database is up to date and updated per equipment distribution.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- Completion of secondary education (i.e. high school diploma) is a minimum requirement.
- 6 years of experience in operations and business administration is required, out of which minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in information technology (IT) is required. A completed university degree from an accredited institution will be counted toward the minimum work experience requirements.
- Knowledge in the Microsoft server operating systems, Microsoft Suite of Products (including MS Word, MS Excel & MS PowerPoint) is required.
- Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.
- Additional degree/diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology is highly desirable.
- Previous hands-on experience in planning, organizing and delivering administrative support services is highly desirable.
- University level courses in computer science, Information Technology, engineering, telecommunications, or equivalent qualifications is desirable.
- Certification e.g. MCSE, ITIL or equivalent customer support certification is considered an asset.
- Certification in computer hardware A+ or similar is considered an asset.
- Certification in pc security+ is considered an asset.
- Systematic methods of troubleshooting and analytical problem solving, providing assistance to users on ICT product and services, and use of applications and diagnostic tools is considered an asset.
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience of various computer platforms and applications: operation systems, email and database systems, Windows Operating Systems (2012 Server, Windows 8, 10), Active Directory, Office365, Microsoft Office product suites, Help Desk software, advanced Service/PC/ laptop/printer installation, configuration, troubleshooting and repairs.
- Work experience with a development organization is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of the local language of the duty station is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of UN/UNICEF’s rules, regulations and procedures is considered an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.