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Introduction A Technical Support Representatives at IBM is a front-line position supporting our products and making sure they are at their best for our customers. With over 100 years in technology, IBM has built a strong reputation of quality service and this role ensures we continue to deliver on that promise. If you enjoy helping people with technical issue, you'll love your career at IBM. Your Role and Responsibilities Sell IBM supported Open Source services in your assigned territory or industry Meet quantitative and qualitative performance goals and set high standards for articulation and presentation of key messages and the IBM's Open Source value proposition Meet assigned sales quotas by acquiring new customer accounts and renewing and growing existing relationships Call on prospective customers, providing technical and administrative information, demonstrations, and price quotes for our offerings Accurately forecast and close sales in alignment with company goals Required Technical and Professional Expertise 8+ years of sales experience and/or pre-sales experience with a demonstrated record of success, preferably in the software or IT industry covering eastern and western countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco and Tunisia. Bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science, or other technical discipline Intimate knowledge of the Linux portfolio, with particular focus on emerging technology products such as JBoss, Ceph Storage, Gluster Storage, Ansible, OpenShift and OpenStack and/ or DB open source options Solutions sales experience in an environment with multiple offerings and services; experience with cloud, virtualization, middleware, DevOps, or emerging technologies Solid understanding of the complete sales cycle management from prospecting to closing Ability to work with the complexities of partner organizational structures and be able to develop strategic relationships with alliance partners Excellent communication skills Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise Qualification in computer science, or other technical discipline Pre-sales experience with a demonstrated record of success, preferably in the software or IT industry covering eastern and western countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco and Tunisia. About Business Unit At Global Technology Services (GTS), we help our clients envision the future by offering end-to-end IT and technology support services, supported by an unmatched global delivery network. It's a unique blend of bold new ideas and client-first thinking. If you can restlessly reinvent yourself and solve problems in new ways, work on both technology and business projects, and ask, "What else is possible?" GTS is the place for you! Your Life @ IBM What matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge? Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible. Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever. About IBM IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries. Location Statement For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application. Being You @ IBM IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Introduction Our Client, a market leader in the provision of integrated financial services seeks to recruit an Infrastructure, Cloud and Security lead. As Lead, Infrastructure, Cloud & Security you are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure network, computer, telephony and storage infrastructure solutions and services that ensure high-availability, performance and business continuity of the organizations systems and services. You will take an active role in continually validating and monitoring infrastructure health and security working closely with IT and Data Labs teams in identifying and automating detection of risk, anomalies and suspicious activities in our infrastructure environment as well as implementing security best practices across IT and data operations. Success in this role requires keen interest and experience with automation and development based approach to infrastructure, network and security. Reports to: Head of Technology Job Location: Nairobi Specification 1.Establish ICT infrastructure components relevant for executing efficient and effective service delivery 2.Manage design, implementation, commissioning and closure of approved ICT infrastructure projects 3.Manage the organizations network and monitor its performance to ensure connectivity and security; provide secure connectivity to clients and proactively address system downtime, network availability and reliability 4.Provide overall guidance and oversight to staff responsible for the listed systems administration tasks with regards to networks, compute and storage infrastructure 5.Advise on procurement of software and hardware including server hardware upgrades, server purchases, co-location facilities for data redundancy, hardware replacements, and procurement of internet service providers. Identify and engage service providers for ICT supplies and ensure service level agreements are adhered to. 6.Establish user training needs, facilitate user training sessions and evaluate training effectiveness 7.Proactively anticipate the Company's ICT infrastructure needs and guide identification and adoption of solutions. 8.Develop and maintain standardized guidelines, procedures and policies for ICT infrastructure, networks and security that ensure their reliability, availability and which enable security, observability and privacy at scale. maintaining an ICT risk register and proactively managing identified risks 9.Create redundancy/ backup systems to ensure replication of primary and backup data 10.Manage ICT equipment maintenance to ensure they are in good working order and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for all ICT physical infrastructure and equipment 11.In conjunction with IT and Data labs teams develop/maintain document and knowledge management systems for use in managing the organizations knowledge and information Requirements Competencies and Attributes/Skills Relevant technical competencies in ICT: -Networking with static and dynamic routing and ability to work with VLANs, software-defined networks, sub-interfaces and network management solutions -Firewall deployment using Linux IPtables, Cisco, FortiOS and Mikrotik -Hardware virtualization using Linux KVM, Hyper-V and Qemu -Validated experience with cluster management and orchestration tools including Docker, Kubernetes and OpenShift -Knowledge of Data Centre operations and technologies -Knowledge of LDAP and Active Directory -Knowledge of VoIP systems -Knowledge and working experience of the following protocols: SNMP, DHCP, DNS, BGP, TLS/SSL, NFS, SSH, RDP, TCP/IP, UDP and IPSec , -Knowledge of key security concepts such as cryptography, authentication and authorization -Knowledge of bash/Python scripting -Experience with mail servers including Microsoft Exchange Server, Zimbra and Postfix -Experience with SIEM and data analysis tools such as ELK, Apache Kafka and Apache Spark -Experience with Agile, DevOps, Continuous Integration, and ContinuousDelivery -Experience in ITIL concepts and adoption Ability to efficiently and effectively manage organisational resources Experience with regulatory and legal compliance, as well best practices in infrastructure, application and network security. Interpersonal and communication skills Planning and organisational skills Confidentiality and professionalism Accuracy and attention to detail Strong collaboration skills to work with a range of stakeholders across IT, Data and Business teams Comfort with ambiguity and pressure Academic Qualifications and Experience A Bachelor's degree in ICT related field from an accredited university Professional qualifications in CCNP, RHEL, OCA, MCTP, MSCE, CISA, CEH 8+ years of relevant experience in ICT infrastructure, network and system administration. Other professional certifications will be an added advantage. Knowledge of common software vulnerabilities, such as those in the OWASP Top 10 Experience with manual and automated threat and vulnerability testing

Introduction Our Client in the Insurance Industry seeks to recruit a Legal Manager for their Life business. The legal manager will be responsible for efficient and effective management of the Life Legal Unit and ensure the company's interests are protected. Reporting to: Head of Legal Job Location: Nairobi Specification Supporting the organization in managing legal risk by proactively researching and responding to various issues affecting the business. Reviewing and advising management on legal implications of internal policies, procedures and other documents and ensuring that they are compliant with all statutory or legal requirements. Providing daily interaction and advice to the departmental heads on all aspects of the Company's business Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies, procedures and other documents and ensure that they are compliant with all statutory or legal requirements. Manage legal risk within the business by taking responsibility for providing legal advice to the business on all legal matters affecting their individual departmental transactions Manage litigious cases to ensure that all matters are handled efficiently and cost effectively Contract negotiation Ensure that all contracts that the organization is entering into are negotiated within time and all the concluded contracts are entered into the organization contract register. Legal oversight on all claims management matters including processes, systems, investigations, negotiations and court matters Ensuring the Company operates within the laid down regulations and guidelines as far as claims are concerned Overseeing all legal matters, including managing external legal counsel and providing regulatory liaison Requirements LLB Degree from a recognized University. Advocate of the High court. Active member of LSK. At least 8years' relevant work experience. Desired Skills and Qualities Knowledge in insurance products and services, preferably in Life business. Knowledge of claims management/handling. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A team player with initiative. Ensuring the Company operates within the laid down regulations and guidelines as far as claims are concerned Good coordination skills to handle the various tasks assigned. Proven ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as a team player in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment Exceptionally good skills in the legal negotiation Ability to draft and manage complex legal documentation