USAID NEPAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
USAID/Nepal invites applications for employment from all interested and qualified candidates for the position of Computer Management Assistant in the Executive Office, as a Locally Employed Staff under a Personal Services Contractor (PSC). This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the offers, and is subject to the availability of funds.
USAID/Nepal is an equal opportunity employer committed to a staff composition that reflects the social and ethnic diversity of Nepali society. We believe that social inclusion and diversity contribute to excellence. USAID/Nepal makes hiring decisions without regard for gender, gender identity, caste, race, ethnicity, disability, marital status, age Of over 40), or sexual orientation. Applicants from ALL backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
OPEN TO: Cooperating Country Nationals - The position is open to Cooperating Country Nationals, which means an individual who is a Nepali Citizen, or a non-cooperating country citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in Nepal
POSITION: Computer Management Assistant- FSNPSC-9
NO. OF POSITIONS: 2 (Two positions)
OPENING DATE: January 16, 2023
CLOSING DATE: January 30, 2023 — 5:00 P.M. Kathmandu time
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
NOTE: THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The Computer Management Assistant provides USAID/NEPAL. Information Technology systems and application support to users. Application support incorporates the use and refinement of hardware, software, and user expertise in Mission Standard Applications. The incumbent will work with other IT staff in furthering USAID/NEPAL Intranet website development and coordination. S/he works under the supervision of the Computer Management Specialist at all times and if needed takes charge of the computer center operations during the absence of the Computer Management Specialist. S/he performs systems development and maintenance of applications related to the operations of USAID/Nepal.
S/he will be responsible for maintaining the Mission's LAN hardware for approximately 100 plus users, 120 workstations, modems, routers, switches, scanners, printers, and various other peripherals of computer equipment.
The incumbent will be responsible for setup and support of iPhones. The incumbent will be the primary person for the Inventory of IT devices.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in the field of Computer Science is required.
- Prior Work Experience: Five years of responsible experience with exposure to complex computer operations in a
LAN/WAN environment is required. - Language Proficiency: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required.
- Job Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of the latest IT technologies and telecommunications equipment. Expertise in
the use and application of standard off-the-shelf software packages and operating systems e.g., Windows workstations and Windows Server OS is essential.
Knowledge of configuration and support knowledge on iPhones.
Concepts of systems analysis and design, network management, and operations are required.
Skills and Abilities: Analytical skills in the application of IT tools and resources to resolve problems are required.
- Knowledge of basic programming and script writing is required.
- Strong Technical Skills and knowledge of Databases is required.
- Expertise in Network Access Switches, routers, and other network and system monitoring tools is required.
- The ability to work well under pressure, attention to detail, teamwork, and time management skills are required. Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers and users and user problems are essential.
- The job holder must be able to promote a work environment that fosters respect for each other, equity, diversity, and inclusion and that does not tolerate harassment, exclusion, and inequality. The incumbent must have demonstrated leadership in integrating and achieving equity, diversity, and inclusion in their area of work in the development programmine, and in the workplace.
A detailed job description for the position can be obtained by visiting USAID/Nepal's website at http://www.usaid.gov/Nepal/careers or by requesting USAID/Nepal's Human Resources Office (USAIDNepalHR®usaid.gov).
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and a resume - not to exceed 3 pages - and any other documentation that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed in the full job description. Please provide names of three references and their contact numbers and email addresses as well.
Please send your application to the attention of USAID/ Nepal Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Maharajgunj, G.P.O. Box. 295, Kathmandu, Nepal. Applications may be sent electronically to: [email protected]
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted to participate in the hiring process.
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