VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CLOSING DATE: 06 NOVEMBER 2026
International NGO Safety Organization (INSO)- www.ngosafety.org is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to join our team as IT Officer, Horn of Africa based in Hargeisa, Somaliland.
This is a National Position.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, Horn of Africa, the IT Officer is responsible for providing a high-level IT and application support to INSO Kenya and Somalia offices. The IT Officer will coordinate with Headquarters’ IT department to administrate IT services such as INSO’s office 365 and exchange online accounts, Adobe, ArcGIS Licensing, and internet maintenance and troubleshooting.
They will assist the Operations Manager in delivering a first-class support service to INSO staff and offices, acting primarily in a first-line support capacity, resolving issues in person, over the phone or via remote connectivity.
Mandatory Requirements.
- Degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience?supporting IT services in a medium to large internationally focused organisation
- Extensive experience with Windows operating systems and other Microsoft technologies such as office 365 applications, Exchange online, and SharePoint online.
- Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery.
- Knowledge of network management.
- Familiarity with ArcGIS and Adobe (licensing and installation).
- Fluent written and spoken English and Somali
How to Apply
Please submit complete applications to jobs@som.ngosafety.org and reference IT Officer, Horn of Africa in the subject line before 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Applications should be in English and include:
- An Updated CV (maximum 3 pages).
- A one-page cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align specifically with the competencies required for the role.
Please do not send any additional information. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
INSO’s Safeguarding Policy
INSO is fully committed to safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all potential new staff, trustees and volunteers. We ensure rigorous compliance with our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policy throughout the recruitment process.
