About MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA):

MSI Reproductive Choices Afghanistan (MSIA) is a branch of MSI, a global, non-profit, and non-governmental organization headquartered in London, UK, and was established in August 2002 after registration with the Government of Afghanistan. MSIA follows the local mission statement of MSI: Improve Afghan women’s health and well-being so that they can, in turn, build strong, healthy families. Our vision is to be the organization that Afghan women seek out for high-quality, client-centered health care provided by women, for women.

We focus on reducing maternal mortality by providing quality and sustainable maternal-child health (MCH) and reproductive health (RH) services and information in 17 provinces of Afghanistan, namely Kabul, Balkh, Herat, Jawzjan Faryab, Nangarhar, Helmand, Kandahar, Baghlan, Kunduz, Badakhshan, Takhar, Samangan, Kapisa, Khost, Paktia, and Daikundi, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) of Afghanistan. 

MSIA strives to enhance women's health outcomes in the aforementioned provinces by delivering vital reproductive and maternal-child health services through multiple channels such as centers, outreaches, the private sector, and MS Ladies (Family Health Houses).

• Assist in other areas of the IT network as required: monitor/maintain web filtering & security devices, procure equipment.
• Liaise with external support suppliers to resolve issues as required
• To undertake any other duties the principal or designated alternate may reasonably direct from time to time within the context of the MSIA contract Out of hours work
• It will also be expected that in the rare event of unforeseen systems failure, that the successful It officer will work out of hours at short notice to assist or take charge of the recovery of the system(s) affected.
• IT officer a specific and explicit duty to inform the Senior Management if they are or become concerned that poor or inappropriate practice or procedures threaten the safety or integrity of all or any part of the IT service, software, hardware, or data Staffing
• To undertake personal development where appropriate.
• To assist in developing the first line team’s skill set.
• Reviews vendor contracts and coordinates IT purchases (hardware, software, and services) to ensure effective deployment of solutions aligned with user needs.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, objectives, short- and long-range IT planning, with an emphasis on advocating for the needs of the area(s) supported; implements tracking and evaluation programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Measures:

• To ensure support of installed applications assisting in diagnosing software faults to all MSIA staff.
• To ensure Management and configuration of the MSIA wireless and telephone systems maintained.
• To ensure perform patch/upgrade testing as part of the college patch management processes.
• Ensure security of IT infrastructure maintenance/monitoring of antivirus, patching and network monitoring.

Personal Specification

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity  
• Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
• Self-development, initiative-taking
• Acting as a team player and facilitating teamwork
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
• Creating synergies through self-control
• Managing conflict
• Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others
• Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
• Informed and transparent decision making
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop requests for and evaluate proposals in reference to leading-edge information services technology.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance and counsel to clientele in the assessment and development of existing and/or proposed systems.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
• A minimum of 2+ years’ IT experience
• Ability to decipher and organize large amounts of data.
• An analytical mindset with superb communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex problems clearly and in nontechnical terms.
• Fluency in English and the national languages is must.
• Experience in the NGO Sector preferred.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to fill out the MSI Reproductive Choice application form by clicking the link below and send a copy of their updated CV (no educational or job certifications) by the closing date.

Please note that MSI-A does not charge applicants any recruitment fees. MSI Reproductive Choice is an equal-opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity at all levels. MSI Reproductive Choice has a strict non-discriminatory policy in its hiring and selection processes. All applicants will receive equal consideration, and applicants from all ethnic, racial, and economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please be aware that only those candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.