MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available:System Support Administrator - Durban
CORE PURPOSE
MANCOSA is looking for an experienced Systems Support Administrator who will be responsible for providing efficient and effective support services to end-users. This role involves responding to user enquiries, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring a positive user experience whilst striving to meet business requirements.
CORE FUNCTIONS
- Respond to user inquiries via various channels, including email, phone, or ticketing systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems, escalating to higher‑level support when necessary.
- Incident and problem management to ensure minimal disruption to users and business operations.
- End‑user support to provide guidance, training and resources to end users to maximise system efficiency.
- Managing vendor response times and feedback to end‑users.
- Collaborate with other departments to find solutions for recurring issues.
- Deliver excellent customer service by ensuring timely and effective communication.
- Maintain a positive and professional attitude when dealing with end users.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with individuals at all levels of the organisation.
- Previous experience in a system support or customer service role.
- Ability to convey technical information in a user‑friendly manner.
- Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service and ensuring user satisfaction.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Be able to work during weekends and after hours if required.
- Will be required to travel.
QUALIFICATION (S)
- Grade 12
- Relevant qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
- Experience in a Higher Education Institution or similar/related field will be advantageous.