It Manager ( Beirut )

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa:   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:   To establish systems to better manage SCI in Lebanon’s IT infrastructure. To provide user support to all Beirut, Tripoli, Koubayat and Zahle staff. To monitor Beirut servers, carrying out regular routine preventative maintenance. To ensure the correct functioning of software and systems at all times. To monitor internet connectivity and network usage. Reporting and following up any disconnections or downtime. To monitor electronic filing and support staff to make the organization of electronic files logical and intuitive. To to submit weekly IT sitreps to the Logistics Manager and Finance and Support Services Director. To install and update software. To provide hands-on support and/or training. To advise on software/hardware purchases in all Lebanon country offices and to install and configure it ready for use. To ensure such processes adhere to SCI standards. To produce & distribute training materials and carry out training on the use of SCI IT systems as required. To forward IT-related notices from regional IT. To keep abreast of future developments and initiatives in the Lebanon country programme and to plan for them as necessary. To collaborate with the Logistics Team to maintain the Fixed Asset Register. To ensure regular updates of anti-virus software. To ensure weekly backups of all office data. To develop and follow a Disaster Recovery Plan for Beirut, including off-site backups.     SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability: Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving results together with children and role modelling Save the Children values Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved Creates a managerial environment in-country to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguarding Ambition: Sets ambitious and challenging goals for self and team, takes responsibility for own personal development and encourages team to do the same Widely shares personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others       QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Excellent communications skills and service-oriented attitude High degree of organization and reporting skills High level of competence in support and maintenance of computer systems, with a special emphasis on: Windows Server software, Windows XP and Windows 7 TCP/IP and Local & Wide Area Networking Microsoft Office Database software GIS an mapping software Internet technologies and IRC Printing and scanning PC/Server hardware troubleshooting and installation Experience of providing trainings Ability to liaise effectively with external organizations (such as ISPs) Initiative to take on responsibility and work with minimal supervision. Ability to work to deadlines Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as member of a team. Understanding of and commitment to Save the Children’s mission and values.     Desirable Previous NGO experience   APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is : For External applicants on December 6 th .                 The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process.   STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •           Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •           Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •           CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •           Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •           Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •           Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to Lebanon.vacancies@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.