Solidaridad Eastern & Central Africa Expertise Centre (SECAEC)
IT Junior Specialist
Nairobi
Posted 10 August, 2026
Deadline 24 August, 2026
Information TechnologyFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Solidaridad is a frontrunner in the area of sustainable economic development, seeking to create prosperity for everyone while respecting both people and the planet. With extensive experience and pragmatic collaboration with influential partners across supply chains, Solidaridad develops smart solutions that bring lasting impact.
Role Overview
The IT Junior Specialist will handle system and network administration, user account lifecycle management, Google Workspace governance, data backup and disaster recovery operations, security compliance, and centralized helpdesk support across the network.
Key Responsibilities
System & Network Administration & Google Workspace Restructuring
Google Workspace Remediation: Execute the structural restructuring of Google Workspace across the network, implementing standardized Shared Drives and role-based folder architectures to mitigate data breach risks.
Account & Access Life Cycle Management: Establish and strictly execute formal user account provisioning and offboarding processes, ensuring immediate access revocation for former employees and consultants.
Backup & Disaster Recovery Operations: Implement and monitor daily automated backup routines for global environments (Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Certinia via Spanning or similar tools) and routinely conduct periodic data restoration tests.
Policy, Risk Management & Compliance
Security Standards Enforcement: Actively enforce the Network Minimum Standard Requirements for IT Security and support the rollout of the formal network security policy.
Information Security & Data Privacy: Implement proactive procedures to eliminate unauthorized data access and fraud vulnerabilities, and ensure full compliance with GDPR and reporting obligations.
Documentation Management: Maintain rigorous, updated technical documentation of all core global IT processes, system configurations, and security protocols to prevent institutional knowledge loss.
Centralised Helpdesk & Global Systems Support
Service Desk Execution: Support day-to-day tickets for the Service Desk.
Regional Coordination: Coordinate with local Regional IT staff, empowering them to effectively serve as 1st line support for business operations and technical system troubleshooting.
ED Office Coordination: Provide technical support to staff from the Executive Director (ED) office.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, System Engineering, or equivalent practical hands-on experience.
Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience in IT system administration, helpdesk coordination, or network security.
Technical Knowledge: Strong administrative proficiency in Google Workspace Admin Console (access controls, Shared Drive governance) and hands-on exposure to Salesforce and Certinia ecosystems. Experience with GDPR and other privacy-related regulations.
Backup & Security: Experience with package tools (e.g., Spanning) and implementing backup, data restoration, and user offboarding protocols.
Languages: Working proficiency in English is required; additional languages spoken in Solidaridad regional offices (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French) are a strong asset.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting Solidaridad Network.