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Job Title:    Network Administrator

Organization: Movit Products Limited

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Movit Products Limited (MPL) is a leading Quality Cosmetics Manufacturing Company in Africa with operations in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan. Movit Products Limited manufactures healthy beauty hair, skin and nail care products aimed at empowering every person to face life with confidence.

Job Summary:   A critical role responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and supporting the organization’s network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability of network systems while supporting our business objectives

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks while ensuring high availability and performance of all network systems
• Monitor network performance, security, and availability using specialized software and tools, responding promptly to any disruptions or security incidents
• Configure and maintain network hardware including routers, switches, firewalls, and other network security devices while implementing security measures to protect against unauthorized access
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures to ensure proper knowledge management and compliance

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in network administration
• Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Network+, or equivalent
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SFTP)
• Experience with network hardware configuration (Cisco, Juniper, or similar enterprise networking equipment)
• Proficiency in network security tools, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Understanding of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Knowledge of network monitoring and analysis tools
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
• 3 years of experience in a similar role preferably in the FMCG environment.

Competencies Required:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Adaptable to changing technology landscapes and business needs
• Ability to work flexible hours when required for system maintenance or emergencies
• Leadership
• Must be a self-starter and have an appreciation of the Core values of Team, Integrity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Integrity (TIICA)
• Strong Leadership potential to effectively drive a business agenda and operational coordination of activities.

Attributes include:

• Ability to harness peer Relationships.
• Agile and Driven
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to send their cv to email: hr@movitproducts.com

• Please indicate job title in the subject line
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Deadline: 14th February 2025

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