Network Administrator

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Kenya Tea Development Agency Limited was incorporated on 15th June 2000 as a private company under (CAP 486) of the laws of Kenya, becoming one of the largest private tea management agencies. The Agency currently manages 67 factories in the small-scale tea sub-sector in Kenya.

JOB SUMMARY

Qualifications/Skills/ExperienceBachelor of Science, ICT, or related fields;Must have industry specific certifications; CCNA, CCNP, MCSE, CEH, Azure or related certificationMinimum of four(4) years in a dynamic business entityMust demonstrate high integrity and ethical practiceMust demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision.Must be a team player who is able to work cordially in teamsMust demonstrate ability to multitask.Must demonstrate commitment to operational effectivenessShould have ability to solve problems by applying relevant business knowledgeShould demonstrate professional expertise in the relevant work areaMust have the ability to communicate for both written and oral communicationMust be able to work under pressureMust be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals

RESPONSIBILITIES

Establishing network specifications from user requirements, analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements;Designing and configuring appropriate routing protocols;Planning, installing, configuring, and testing equipment;Maintaining network performance by monitoring and analyzing usage trends and tuning performance;Troubleshooting network problems and escalating problems to where necessary;Preparing and executing network security protocols to industry standards by developing network access, monitoring, control, and evaluation policies while maintaining accurate documentation;Advising on networking standards and specifications for various networking needs, evaluating and implementing best technologies for optimal performance;Overseeing the implementation of networking projects in the organization to ensure they are carried out according to the laid down standards and procedures;Ensuring preventive and curative maintenance on networks at regular schedules and documenting the same;Submitting accurate, timely and relevant reports;Ensuring continuous process improvement of services through efficient working;Enforcing relevant guidelines, rules and regulations;Ensuring customer satisfaction for the consumers of the services offered by the department;Ensuring efficient execution of work processes as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

System and network security, Network management, Field management, IT support, Troubleshooting, Network equipment installation, Network optimisation, Local area networks (LAN)

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree