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Kursi Group Limited is one of Nigeria’s leading diversified conglomerates, recognized for responsible resource management, ethical business practices, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Abuja and duly incorporated with theNigeria Corporate Affairs Commission, the Group operates across mining, mineral processing, jewellery manufacturing, engineering, technology, agriculture, finance, and international trade, with major operational footprints in Kwara and Plateau States. Driven by a vision to create sustainable economic value through innovation and responsible enterprise, the Group has established an integrated value chain that transforms Nigeria’s natural resources into globally competitive products and services. Through its subsidiaries, Kursi Group combines local expertise, advanced technology, and international best practices to support industrial growth, job creation, and community development. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: IT Officer Location: Bode Saadu, Kwara Employment Type: Full-time Job Description The IT Officer is responsible for the full running of the information technology environment at Kursi Group’s Bode Saadu and Ilorin locations: computers and end-user devices, the network and internet connection at each location, user accounts, business applications access, biometric attendance devices, data backup and security, and IT equipment records. The role covers day-to-day support, including helpdesk, equipment and user account tasks, as well as technical responsibilities in network administration, systems and applications, cybersecurity and data protection, and procurement support, so that staff at both locations can work without interruption. Key Responsibilities Helpdesk and User Support: Receive, log and respond to staff IT requests and faults, and keep users informed until closure. Provide on-site support at both locations for desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, phones, email and Microsoft 365 applications. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues, including complex faults and recovery of failed devices and data. Give IT orientation and basic guidance to new staff on resumption. Hardware, Software and Business Applications: Install, configure and maintain computer hardware, software, printers and peripherals, and carry out repairs and replacements. Install and update approved software, operating system updates and antivirus across computers at both locations. Support the configuration and administration of Zoho and Echo CRM, including user roles, permissions and troubleshooting of system-level issues. Create, update and deactivate email and system user accounts, following HR notification of new joiners, movers and exits. Maintain the biometric attendance device(s) at both locations, resolve faults and ensure attendance data is available to HR as required. Network and Infrastructure: Set up, configure, monitor and maintain the local network, Wi-Fi, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs and servers at each location. Liaise directly with local internet service providers and vendors to restore connectivity and resolve outages quickly. Protect equipment against power fluctuations through the use of UPS units and surge protection, and report recurring power-related damage. Maintain a network layout and record of IP addresses and configurations for each location. Cybersecurity, Backup and Data Protection: Ensure the security of IT systems through data backup, antivirus protection, firewall settings and access control management. Carry out scheduled data backups, keep backup records and test restoration periodically. Protect the confidentiality of staff and company data in line with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and the Group’s confidentiality requirements. Respond to security incidents, suspected breaches and lost devices or data, and report them without delay. IT Projects, Planning and Collaboration: Support the planning and execution of IT projects, including system upgrades, migrations and new installations, under supervision. Plan visits and preventive maintenance across both locations so that issues are addressed before they disrupt work. Collaborate with other departments to understand their IT needs and provide appropriate solutions. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools and solutions to improve efficiency and productivity. IT Asset Management and Procurement Support: Maintain an accurate record of IT equipment at both locations, including the staff member each item is assigned to, and keep the IT asset register up to date. Manage the issue, return and repair of IT equipment, and collect equipment from exiting staff. Identify the IT equipment needs of each location, prepare specifications and obtain quotations for approval, and verify items on delivery. Coordinate repairs, warranties and maintenance with vendors, and keep spare parts for critical equipment. Policy, Documentation and Reporting: Support the implementation of the Group’s IT policies, procedures and standards to ensure system reliability, compliance and security. Maintain documentation of IT systems, configurations and procedures for each location for knowledge sharing and training purposes. Keep a log of faults attended to, actions taken and time to resolve, and prepare periodic support reports. Performance Metrics Specific targets and weighting for the metrics below will be defined in the IT Officer’s annual performance agreement/KPI scorecard. Timely resolution of IT support requests and issues within agreed timelines. Uptime and reliability of key IT systems and network connectivity. Compliance with IT security requirements (antivirus updates, backups tested, access control, password standards), incl

Kursi Group Limited is one of Nigeria’s leading diversified conglomerates, recognized for responsible resource management, ethical business practices, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Abuja and duly incorporated with theNigeria Corporate Affairs Commission, the Group operates across mining, mineral processing, jewellery manufacturing, engineering, technology, agriculture, finance, and international trade, with major operational footprints in Kwara and Plateau States. Driven by a vision to create sustainable economic value through innovation and responsible enterprise, the Group has established an integrated value chain that transforms Nigeria’s natural resources into globally competitive products and services. Through its subsidiaries, Kursi Group combines local expertise, advanced technology, and international best practices to support industrial growth, job creation, and community development. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: IT Specialist Location: Abuja (FCT) Employment Type: Full-time Job Description The IT Specialist provides technical management of Kursi Group’s information technology environment, with responsibility for infrastructure, enterprise applications, information security and IT asset governance across all Group locations, and for day-to-day IT support to staff. The role combines hands-on technical authority with the planning, standard-setting and oversight needed to keep the Group’s systems secure, reliable and aligned with its operational and compliance requirements. The role also provides technical direction and supervision to the IT Officer covering the Bode Saadu and Ilorin locations, setting the standards by which IT service is delivered, reviewing performance, and ensuring a consistent, secure and well-documented IT environment across all Group locations. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day IT Support: Provide hands-on daily IT support to staff, responding to requests and faults in person and remotely, and keeping users informed until closure. Maintain the working condition of desktops, laptops, printers, scanners, phones, email and Microsoft 365 applications used by staff. Prepare and configure workstations, accounts and equipment for new joiners, and retrieve and reset equipment for leavers. Support meetings and presentations by ensuring projectors, screens, conferencing tools and office connectivity are working. Carry out routine checks of office equipment, network, backups and attendance devices, and fix issues before they disrupt work. End-User Services and Technical Escalation: Own the delivery of IT services across the Group, ensuring requests and incidents are logged, prioritised, resolved and closed within agreed service timelines. Diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software and systems incidents, including device and data recovery, applying root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence. Act as the first technical escalation point for Group staff, and provide structured IT orientation and training to staff during onboarding. Enterprise Applications and Identity Management: Administer and optimise the Group’s business platforms, including Zoho and Echo CRM, covering configuration, user roles, permissions, integrations and system-level troubleshooting in collaboration with process owners. Govern user identity and access lifecycle management, ensuring accounts, email and system privileges are provisioned and revoked in line with HR joiner, mover and leaver notifications. Oversee the deployment, configuration and integrity of biometric attendance systems, and ensure reliable attendance data is available to HR. Manage software licensing, patch management and update cycles across the Group’s computing estate. Network, Server and Infrastructure Management: Design and configure, administer and monitor the Group’s network and server infrastructure, including LAN, Wi-Fi, routers, switches, firewalls and VPNs, to maintain high availability and performance. Manage relationships and service levels with internet service providers and technology vendors, and drive prompt resolution of outages. Lead infrastructure design and deployment for new offices, sites and workstations. Maintain up-to-date network diagrams, IP allocations and configuration baselines. Information Security, Data Protection and Business Continuity: Implement and enforce information security controls, including endpoint protection, firewall policy, password standards and access control management. Oversee backup and recovery arrangements, and validate restoration through periodic testing. Ensure IT systems and stored data comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and the Group’s confidentiality requirements. Lead the response to security incidents, suspected breaches and loss of data or devices, and escalate material risks promptly to the Head, Human Resources and Administration. Technical Oversight of Site IT (Bode Saadu and Ilorin): Provide technical direction, supervision and performance management to the IT Officer covering the Bode Saadu and Ilorin locations. Define and enforce standard operating procedures, security baselines and service standards for both locations, and monitor compliance. Provide advanced remote and on-site technical support for complex incidents escalated from site, and conduct periodic site visits and assessments. Review and authorise IT equipment requests and expenditure raised by the IT Officer, and consolidate asset, support and incident records from both locations. Coach and develop the IT Officer to build technical capability and sound judgement. IT Asset Governance, Procurement and Vendor Management: Maintain the Group IT asset register as the central record of IT equipment, ensuring traceability of equipment, assignme