Data Centre Administrator job at UNDP
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Vacancy title:
Data Centre Administrator

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Management ]

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UNDP

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, March 13 2025 

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, February 27 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Job Description
Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has deployed a small data centre within the UN Annex building. The data centre is integral to supporting the organization’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, and associated services. We are seeking a qualified Data Centre Administrator to manage and maintain this infrastructure effectively

Objective
To ensure the continuous and efficient operation of the data center by administering servers, managing licenses, coordinating with service providers, and performing routine maintenance tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Data Centre Administrator will be responsible for the following tasks:
1. Server Administration
• Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware).
• Monitor server performance and ensure optimal operation.
• Implement security measures and perform regular updates.
2. Network Management
• Manage network devices including switches, routers, and firewalls (Fortinet).
• Ensure network availability and reliability.
• Troubleshoot network issues and optimize performance.
3. Storage Management
• Oversee storage solutions and manage data backup and recovery processes.
• Ensure data integrity and availability.
4. Security
• Implement and maintain security protocols to protect data and systems.
• Monitor for and respond to security incidents.
5. Maintenance and Support
• Perform routine maintenance and updates on all data center equipment.
• Provide technical support and resolve issues promptly.
6. Vendor Management
• Liaise with service providers for equipment maintenance and software licensing.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with service agreements.
7. Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of the data center’s configuration, processes, and procedures.
• Prepare regular reports on data center performance and issues.

Competencies
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in managing virtual environments using VMware.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems.
• Experience with network security and firewall management, particularly Fortinet products.
• Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently

Required Skills and Experience
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in data centre administration or a similar role.
• Proven experience with VMware, Linux, network management, and security practices

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Data, Monitoring, and Research jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, March 13 2025
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 27-02-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 27-02-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 27-02-2066
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