Linux Systems Administrator – Spacial Data Science and Applied Learning Lab

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Reference number: 10010
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Calls for Research Partners
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya
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CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Linux Systems Administrator – Spacial Data Science and Applied Learning Lab

Overview

The role of the Administrator will be to manage the Linux servers and services of the ICT infrastructure for the Spacial Data Science and Applied Learning Lab.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Install, configure, and manage Server management software like Prometheus and Grafana.
2. Linux installations, upgrades, configuration, and management

• Patch critical vulnerabilities

3. Server User management and assisting in trouble shooting OS level software and hardware issues
4. Take periodic application-level backups like databases (MySQL, postgres) and data folders.
5. Assist in CI/CD
6. Collaborate with ICT for network infrastructure
7. Assist in following up on development tasks and Good to know python and Django
8. Monitoring digital data collection

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in computer science
• 2 to 4 years of experience managing Linux systems

Education, knowledge and experience

• BSc or MSc in computer science
• 2 to 4 years of experience managing Linux systems
• Excellent knowledge of virtualization including Dockerization
• Good knowledge of databases

Terms and conditions

• This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.

Application process

The application deadline is 27 Oct-2022
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates

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