Overview

Job Title: Assistant Team Lead – IT (Network and System Security)

Work location: Arusha

The School of St. Jude

 

 

An enthusiastic and competent Assistant Team Lead in IT (Network and System Security) is needed (Re-advertised).

Do you want to work with one of Africa’s biggest charities? Are you a tech-savvy person who is driven to change the world? Are you excited to contribute your IT know-how to aid African philanthropic endeavors? Does it seem like we’re discussing you? Then continue reading!

In Africa, the School of St Jude is a trailblazing leader in philanthropic education. Each year, we provide more than 20,000 government school pupils with qualified teachers, 1,800 students with free, high-quality education, and hundreds of graduates with access to further education. St Jude’s is supported by kind donors from all around the world who enable us to fulfill our aim of providing free, high-quality education to talented but underprivileged Tanzanian students.

Who you are:

  • A meticulous person with a great focus on fixing problems.
  • Excellent written and vocal communication abilities.
  • The capacity to manage several jobs effectively and perform well under pressure.
  • Eager to keep abreast of the most recent developments in the IT industry and technological trends.
  • The capacity to pick up new ideas and technology fast.
  • A strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service abilities.
  • You fantasize of improving cybersecurity and streamlining processes as you go to sleep.

 

What you’re going to do:

  • Serve as the organization’s main point of contact for any networking and system security issues.
  • Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot network infrastructure and security systems on a regular basis.
  • Offer sophisticated technical assistance for endpoint security, firewalls, VPNs, and network connectivity.
  • Work together with the IT/HOD team lead to implement and maintain system integrations and improvements to the secure infrastructure.
  • Keep an eye on all systems for security threats and vulnerabilities, analyze them, and take appropriate action.
  • Help with the planning and implementation of network performance and cybersecurity posture enhancements.
  • To support security objectives, continue to work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders.
  • Reach key performance indicators (KPIs) such compliance metrics, incident response times, and system uptime.
  • Create and put into action plans to effectively and efficiently accomplish project and security goals.
  • Throughout the course of network and security-related tasks, make sure there is clear communication and collaboration.

 

What we are trying to find:

  • Computer science, information technology, computer engineering, telecommunications engineering, or a similar discipline at the bachelor’s degree level.
  • At least four years of experience in positions involving network and system administration
  • Certifications such as MTCNA and MTCRE are beneficial.
  • CompTIA Network+ or CCNA/CCNP would also be beneficial.
  • A strong practical knowledge of firewall rules, VLANs, VPNs, QoS, and MikroTik and Ubiquiti (Unifi) network settings.
  • Strong ability to conduct IT security audits, carry out risk assessments, and put in place efficient access controls, along with demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and safeguarding LAN/WAN infrastructure, especially in multi-campus settings.
  • Domain Controller and MikroTik environments.
  • Strong practical understanding of Linux-based systems and Windows Server (AD, DNS, DHCP, and GPO).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure/Google Workspace), email systems (MS Exchange, M365), and endpoint management tools.
  • Competent in structured cabling, troubleshooting, network topology documentation, and network monitoring tools (such as PRTG, The Dude, and SolarWinds).
  • Outstanding report-writing and communication abilities, with the capacity to explain technical matters to non-technical employees.
  • Possesses a sincere enthusiasm for technology and lifelong learning, as well as professionalism, ethics, confidentiality, and a strong sense of cooperation.
  • An benefit is having prior expertise in an educational setting, especially when it comes to handling requirements like content filtering, student access management, and BYOD rules.

 

Why us?

  • The chance to apply your skills and knowledge to combat poverty in Tanzania via education and have a positive influence.
  • Become a part of a welcoming and accommodating community of local and foreign workers.
  • Lots of chances for professional growth and advancement.
  • Lunch and tea in the middle of the morning (on working days).

 

Do you want to?
Please send your curriculum vitae and cover letter to recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz. The reference number TSOSJ/HR/IT/08/01/25, MUST be included in the subject line.

Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted after the application deadline of August 10, 2025.

 

THE DISCLAIMER:

Please be aware of fraudulent activities in job advertisements and the recruitment process. The St. Jude School does not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process, including the offer stage. ANY PAYMENT REQUESTS SHOULD BE REFUSED AND REPORTED TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES FOR PROPER ACTION.