Job description

IT Support Officer

KwaZulu-Natal

 Ref: KZN-ITS-003

Please note only applications reflecting the reference number will be considered.

The Democratic Alliance seeks a confident, energetic and strategic individual in KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will be a key member of the DA’s Provincial Team and will report directly to the Provincial Support Services Manager with an indirect reporting line to the Provincial Managing Director.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

•  Onsite desktop and telephone support

Should you meet the above requirements and be interested, kindly forward your

completed application form, two page CV, one-page cover letter motivating why you wish to
be employed by the Democratic Alliance and a certified copy of your driver’s license to Neelofa Ahmed, Democratic Alliance, Federal Head Office, PO Box 1475, Cape Town, 8000. Tel No: (021) 465-1431, Fax No: 086 461 5105 or e-mail:

az.gro.ad@snoitacilppa

.

To apply online please click here. Kindly complete the application form and attach your 2 page CV, 1 page cover letter motivating why you wish to be employed by the Democratic Alliance and a certified copy of your driver’s license. If you have any queries please contact Neelofa Ahmed on (021) 465-1431 or e-mail:

az.gro.ad@snoitacilppa

.

Kindly note that any application received without the required documentation will not be considered.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date please consider your
application unsuccessful. Please also note that we reserve the right not to make any
appointments.

Kindly further note that the Party will not require applicants to pay any amount or undergo any health-related tests, in order to be shortlisted.

Closing date: 14 November 2017

Requirements

Prospective applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Expected to have a solid understanding of the different computer programs, software and hardware packages for which they offer technical support
• A qualification in information technology support, or a related area with an emphasis on technical support
• A strong client focus and a desire to assist others
• The ability to analyse problems quickly and skilfully
• A methodical and disciplined approach
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Patience and perseverance
• Good communication skills
• Strong technical ability
• A commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the DA
• The preferred candidate must be completely outcomes orientated and not simply task orientated
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in more than one language
• An ability to work effectively and energetically around demanding work schedules
• Willing to work long and irregular hours
• Applicants must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and have access to an insured vehicle for daily use

Posted on 08 Nov 16:23