The Bible Society of Nigeria (BSN) believes the Bible is for all Nigerians. Traditionally, the work of the BSN is to make the Bible available and affordable. The Society has come to see that provision of the printed text, however well-presented, is only a part of the task. To achieve the most effective and meaningful distribution, the BSN also recognizes the need to develop programmes, using all forms of media to stimulate and facilitate encounter with the biblical text in Churches and public places. We actualize our mission through five major functions, namely: Translation, Publishing, Distribution, Programmes and Fundraising.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: I.T Administrator
Location: Mainland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- The IT Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization’s IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and efficiency.
- This role includes system administration, network management, troubleshooting, and providing technical support to staff.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and security systems.
- Provide technical support and troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
- Ensure data backup, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity measures are in place.
- Oversee software installations, updates, and licensing compliance.
- Update IT policies and enforce best practices for IT usage.
- Conduct IT training and support for staff to enhance productivity.
- Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers.
- Monitor system performance and recommend upgrades or enhancements.
- Ensure compliance with IT standards and regulations.
- Document IT operations, procedures, and incidents for future reference.
Occupational Characteristics of the Role:
- Punctuality – Ensures timely delivery of assigned IT tasks, meeting deadlines effectively.
- Forecasting and Planning – Accurately anticipates IT intervention needs and ensures year-round functionality of IT infrastructure.
- Analytical Mind – Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities to diagnose and resolve IT-related issues efficiently.
- Technical Skills – Possesses in-depth knowledge of IT systems, networking, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
- Conceptual Skills – Understands and integrates IT strategies with organizational goals.
- Creativity and Innovation – Continuously seeks innovative solutions to improve IT processes and performance.
- Self-Confident/Integrity – Maintains high ethical standards, ensuring data security and confidentiality.
Requirements
- HND / Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA, ITIL, Microsoft Certified) are an advantage.
- Minimum [5] years of experience in IT administration.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Provide effective IT support and user training.
- Monitor and optimize IT systems for efficiency.
- Develop and implement IT policies and procedures.
- Coordinate IT projects and manage vendors.
- Adapt to fast-paced and evolving IT environments.
Skills:
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Expertise in system administration, networking, and cybersecurity.
- Knowledge of cloud services and IT infrastructure management.
- Experience with database administration and data backup procedures.
- Ability to manage and support software applications and IT hardware.
- Operating systems (Windows, Windows Server and MacOS).
- Network security protocols and best practices.
- IT compliance and regulatory standards.
- ERP, CRM, and other enterprise applications.
- Emerging IT trends and technologies.
- O365, Firewall device (Sophos)
Attitude:
- Good self-application and initiative.
- Selfless approach to teamwork and organizational success.
- A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
How to apply
If you are interested and qualified for the position of I.T Administrator you can forward your CV and other necessary requirements to the email vacancy@biblesociety-nigeria.org
Subject of the email: I.T Administrator
Important Section for Applicants
1. Read the Main Job description of the Position
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Good luck. Myngojobs Team.
References
Bible Society of Nigeria, Careers at the Bible Society of Nigeria, Bible Society of Nigeria, accessed April 7, 2025