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Benard Christiano Adiyo

I.C.T Support Specialist
Kisumu

Summary

Experienced ICT Software Support and Technical Specialist with 8+ years of expertise in managing and supporting critical software applications and IT infrastructure. Skilled in configuring, maintaining, and supporting software applications to meet changing business needs, emphasizing operational efficiency and optimal performance. Proven ability to train end-users and collaborate with vendors to resolve software issues, ensuring seamless deployment and consistent application usage organization-wide. Solid technical background, excellent problem-solving abilities, and exceptional communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Effective in multi-cultural environments, managing multiple software applications concurrently while prioritizing and implementing configuration changes for system integrity and performance.

Overview

2025
years of professional experience
2025
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu

I.C.T Support Specialist | Network Administrator
8 2015 - Current

Job overview


  • Software Application Support: Manage and support the hospital management system, Care2000. Train new and existing users on system functionalities and best practices.
  • Testing and Deployment: Regularly test new versions of the system executables, identify bugs, and coordinate with the vendor for fixes. Deploy updated versions institution-wide to maintain consistency and prevent confusion.
  • Technical Support: Provide technical support to end-users, resolving issues efficiently and ensuring high availability of services.
  • Network Management: Implement and oversee network infrastructure, including switches, routers, and firewalls from Cisco and Huawei.
  • Security Management: Configure and monitor network security solutions, including Fortinet firewalls and VPNs, and utilize Wazuh for security information and event management.
  • Monitoring and Maintenance: Deploy and manage network monitoring tools such as Zabbix to ensure network reliability and performance.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with internal product teams and technical leads to understand the scope, timing, and prioritization of product development activities.
  • Communication: Present technical ideas in a user-friendly, non-technical language to ensure effective communication with both technical and non-technical staff.

Woolworths LTD Nairobi

I.C.T Ware House Technician
12.2014 - 03.2015

Job overview

Woolworths LTD Nairobi I.C.T Warehouse Technician December 2014 - March 2015

  • Ensured seamless IT operations and provided technical support to diverse users.
  • Maintained up-to-date software and resolved printer issues promptly.
  • Delivered exceptional technical support via multiple channels.
  • Documented incidents and effectively escalated complex issues for resolution.
  • Provided comprehensive user training, enhancing proficiency and efficiency.

Mayfair Holdings LDT Kisumu

Information Technology Technician
08.2013 - 10.2014

Job overview


  • Managed IT support for over 100 users, addressing level 1 to level 3 technical issues.
  • Collaborated with management to strategize solutions for complex IT challenges.
  • Researched and implemented external solutions for technical challenges.

Education

Bachelors from Information Communication Technology

Kenya College of Accountancy University

Diploma from Information Communication Technology

Kenya College of Accountancy University

Certificate from Information Communication Technology

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

References

Available on request

Timeline

I.C.T Ware House Technician

Woolworths LTD Nairobi
12.2014 - 03.2015

Information Technology Technician

Mayfair Holdings LDT Kisumu
08.2013 - 10.2014

Kenya College of Accountancy University

Diploma from Information Communication Technology

Kenya College of Accountancy University

Certificate from Information Communication Technology

I.C.T Support Specialist | Network Administrator

Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu
8 2015 - Current

Bachelors from Information Communication Technology
Current
Benard Christiano AdiyoI.C.T Support Specialist