Systems Intern - IT Infrastructure Support (19-08)

International Potato Center POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Ref.: 19-08 SI/HQ

Systems Intern

IT Infrastructure Support

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a proactive and responsible Systems Intern from the professional careers of Systems Engineer, Information technologies, Computer Science or related careers to be part of the Information Technology team.

The position: the intern will be trained in the operation of network and communications infrastructure under a local network with Microsoft operating platform and will support end users on office applications and specific applications for research. This position will be based in HQ-Lima, Peru and will report to the Infrastructure and Operations Officer.

Training activities:

• Support in the diagnosis of HW / SW incidents of network and communications infrastructure. • Support in the resolution of incidents and problems in the infrastructure of network and communications, and network devices connected to a local LAN network.

• Support to maintain the operations in Datacenter and network telecommunications rooms, resolution of network incidents and others.

• Support to Install all network hardware and software and make needed upgrades and repairs • Support to collect data in order to evaluate and optimize network or system performance What are we looking for?

• Students of the last semesters (8 thto 10 ) or recently graduate of Systems Engineer, Telecommunications, Computer Science or related career, belonging to the upper third of their faculty (indispensable requirement).

• Knowledge of Windows 10 Operating System, Microsoft Office 365, OSI model and TCP/IP knowledge and diagnosis of network issues.

• Capabilities to support network systems for end users and remote users (oriented to the services) • Interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.

• Knowledge of ITIL foundation, Cisco CCNA switching, security and wireless

• Willingness for learning and analytical skills.

• Intermediate English level.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

• CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background,WorldFoodPriceWinnerandawardedwiththeAl-SumaitAwardforourOrangeFlesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.

• CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers farming and food systems in the developing world. • CIPisamemberoftheCGIAR,networkof15researchcentersthataremostlylocatedindeveloping countries and supported by more than 50 donor members.

What are we offering?

• CIP provides the opportunity to work in a prestigious international organization.

• Excellent working environment.

• Learning agreement is initially for 6 months with the possibility of renewal.

• Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

Applications: Applicants should apply online through our CIP’s Job Opportunities website

(https://cipotato.org/internships/), including a full C.V in English. Screening of applications will begin on

October 23, 2019 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however

only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly

encouraged to apply