VisionFund Kenya formerly known as KADET Ltd was founded by World Vision Kenya in 2000, with an aim to establish a microfinance organization that would institutionalize professionalism in effective credit intermediation and economic empowerment through business support for remote communities. Over the years, VisionFund Kenya has steadily developed a dominant...
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ICT Support Assistant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
- Experience1 year
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer 
- The ICT Support Assistant will provide first-line technical support to users within the Organization. This role involves troubleshooting, resolving hardware and software issues as well as ensuring seamless operation of IT systems that support Financial Services. He/ She is expected to uphold strong technical skills, excellent customer service abilities and a solid understanding of Organization Operations.
The holder of the position will focus on and deliver the following key responsibilities:
- Provide timely and professional technical support via phone, email, and in-person.
- Assist with issues related to software, hardware, and network connectivity.
- Maintain accurate support records and ensure effective documentation retrieval.
- Log, track, and resolve incidents using ticketing systems, adhering to SLAs.
- Diagnose and fix issues with desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and other IT equipment.
- Minimize risks and improve IT system performance.
- Conduct routine maintenance tasks (e.g., software updates, backups, diagnostics).
- Manage IT assets including inventory tracking and lifecycle oversight.
- Lower maintenance costs and improve asset traceability.
- Support the ICT Assistant Manager in delivering user training and creating IT guides.
- Collaborate with the IT team on projects and improvement initiatives.
- Foster an adaptive and efficient work environment
- Enforce adherence to IT security policies and procedures.
- Help protect sensitive financial data.
- Reduce legal liabilities by maintaining compliance with relevant standards.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Certificate/Diploma/ Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field preferred.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience as technical support is an added advantage
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Windows and Mac operating systems
- Familiarity with common software applications (e..g Microsoft Office Suite, Finance-related Software)
- Knowledge in basic networking principles and troubleshooting.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality
- The candidate must be a professing and practicing Christian whose conduct and depth of character are governed by personal Christian convictions.
Method of Application
The application letter and a detailed PDF CV containing the names of three referees, including daytime telephone contacts, should reach the undersigned no later than Friday, 9 th May 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The position applied for should be the subject of the e-mail application. Address: E-mail: hr@visionfundkenya.co.ke. Additionally; the CV must be in PDF format, and all the attachments scanned into one PDF document.
