System Administrator

Company Overview

The National Lottery Administration (NLA) of Ethiopia is a public institution that oversees the organization and management of national lottery games and related services. It helps support development objectives by channeling revenue through regulated gaming operations. The organization places strong emphasis on transparency, security, and fairness, and it is expanding its use of modern digital systems to run essential processes, sales channels, and stakeholder services. Joining the team means contributing to a mission-led environment where public service and technology-driven improvement go hand in hand.

Role Summary

This is a full-time remote opportunity for a System Administrator with the National Lottery Administration in Ethiopia. The person in this role will be responsible for keeping servers, operating systems, and key business applications running smoothly in support of lottery activities and internal operations. The position requires routine performance checks, backup management, patching, upgrade support, and quick resolution of technical problems. The role also includes working with internal teams and external vendors, maintaining system stability and uptime, documenting procedures, and applying security and compliance standards while identifying improvements that align with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain servers, operating systems, and core applications used by the organization.
• Track system health and performance, and take corrective action when issues arise.
• Manage scheduled backups and support restoration readiness.
• Apply security updates and patches to keep systems protected and up to date.
• Assist with system upgrades and deployment activities.
• Investigate technical incidents, determine root causes, and implement practical fixes.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve operational and technical concerns.
• Support the availability and reliability of essential systems used for lottery and internal services.
• Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation, configuration notes, and operational records.
• Follow security, compliance, and infrastructure best practices, and suggest technical enhancements where needed.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in system administration, including server setup, operating system management, and access control.
• Strong troubleshooting and technical support capability, with a structured approach to issue analysis and resolution.
• Working knowledge of network administration, including routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Good understanding of IT infrastructure, security fundamentals, and service management practices.
• Exposure to virtualization, cloud environments, or container-based technologies will be considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of backup planning, disaster recovery, monitoring solutions, and performance optimization.
• Ability to produce accurate technical documentation and keep records well organized.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with cross-functional and remote teams.
• A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Professional certifications in Linux, Windows Server, networking, or security are an added advantage.

Additional Information

This role is offered as a full-time remote position based in Ethiopia. No salary details, number of vacancies, or start date were provided in the source.