IT Operations And Service Support Officer
2026-02-18T09:27:39+00:00
National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA)
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Computer & IT, Civil & Government, Business Operations
2026-02-27T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
The IT Operations and Service Support Officer to the Senior Systems Administrator. She/He ensures the smooth functioning of IT infrastructure and provides technical support to end-users. This role focuses on maintaining system availability, resolving incidents, and delivering high-quality IT services aligned with organizational standards.
Responsibilities or duties
1. IT Operations Management
- Monitor and maintain servers, networks, and storage systems.
- Ensure system uptime and performance through proactive checks.
- Manage backups and disaster recovery procedures.
2. Service Desk Support
- Provide first and second-level technical support to users.
- Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests within SLA.
- Escalate complex issues to appropriate teams.
3. System Administration
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
- Apply patches and updates to operating systems and applications.
- Maintain IT asset inventory and documentation.
4. Security & Compliance
- Implement security policies and monitor for vulnerabilities.
- Support compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
5. Performance Reporting
- Prepare reports on system performance, incidents, and service metrics.
- Recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
6. Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
- Participate in IT projects and system upgrades.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Education Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience needed
- 2+ years in IT operations and technical support for diploma holders and 1 year in IT operations and technical support for degree holders.
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux server administration.
- Familiarity with networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPN).
- Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ManageEngine, JIRA, ServiceNow).
Other Skills
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
Core Competencies
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex application issues.
- Customer Service Orientation: Clear communication and user support skills.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams, department and suppliers.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate documentation and compliance.
- Continuous Learning: Keeps up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.
- Monitor and maintain servers, networks, and storage systems.
- Ensure system uptime and performance through proactive checks.
- Manage backups and disaster recovery procedures.
- Provide first and second-level technical support to users.
- Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests within SLA.
- Escalate complex issues to appropriate teams.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
- Apply patches and updates to operating systems and applications.
- Maintain IT asset inventory and documentation.
- Implement security policies and monitor for vulnerabilities.
- Support compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Prepare reports on system performance, incidents, and service metrics.
- Recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
- Participate in IT projects and system upgrades.
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux server administration.
- Familiarity with networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPN).
- Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ManageEngine, JIRA, ServiceNow).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex application issues.
- Customer Service Orientation: Clear communication and user support skills.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams, department and suppliers.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate documentation and compliance.
- Continuous Learning: Keeps up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.
JOB-6995860b2edca
Vacancy title:
IT Operations And Service Support Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Computer & IT, Civil & Government, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA)
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, February 27 2026
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 18 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
The IT Operations and Service Support Officer to the Senior Systems Administrator. She/He ensures the smooth functioning of IT infrastructure and provides technical support to end-users. This role focuses on maintaining system availability, resolving incidents, and delivering high-quality IT services aligned with organizational standards.
Responsibilities or duties
1. IT Operations Management
- Monitor and maintain servers, networks, and storage systems.
- Ensure system uptime and performance through proactive checks.
- Manage backups and disaster recovery procedures.
2. Service Desk Support
- Provide first and second-level technical support to users.
- Log, track, and resolve incidents and service requests within SLA.
- Escalate complex issues to appropriate teams.
3. System Administration
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
- Apply patches and updates to operating systems and applications.
- Maintain IT asset inventory and documentation.
4. Security & Compliance
- Implement security policies and monitor for vulnerabilities.
- Support compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
5. Performance Reporting
- Prepare reports on system performance, incidents, and service metrics.
- Recommend improvements for operational efficiency.
6. Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
- Participate in IT projects and system upgrades.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
Education Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience needed
- 2+ years in IT operations and technical support for diploma holders and 1 year in IT operations and technical support for degree holders.
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of Windows/Linux server administration.
- Familiarity with networking (LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPN).
- Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ManageEngine, JIRA, ServiceNow).
Other Skills
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
Core Competencies
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex application issues.
- Customer Service Orientation: Clear communication and user support skills.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams, department and suppliers.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate documentation and compliance.
- Continuous Learning: Keeps up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
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Closing Date; Feb 27, 2026
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