About Ashford Enterprises
Ashford Enterprises is a printing and packaging company that provides commercial printing, label printing, flexible packaging, and corrugated carton manufacturing services. Founded in 2003, the company operates from a 60,000-square-foot facility in Nairobi's Industrial Area with offset presses, flexographic presses, and digital printing equipment. Ashford serves fast-moving consumer goods companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agribusinesses across East Africa. The company employs 200 staff and is ISO 9001 and FSC certified. Ashford Enterprises prints approximately 50 million labels and 10 million cartons annually.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for managing the company's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Daily tasks involve monitoring network performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues, managing VPN connections for remote workers, and implementing network security policies. The role also includes managing the server infrastructure, both on-premises and cloud-based, performing backups, applying patches and updates, and ensuring high availability of critical systems. You will document network configurations, maintain asset inventories, and prepare reports on system uptime and incident response. The position requires experience with enterprise networking equipment, server operating systems, and virtualisation platforms. You will participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency support.
Requirements:
- Diploma in a relevant field from a recognised institution
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar role
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged 21 years or above
To apply, submit your application through the apply button below. Include your CV, a cover letter, and copies of your academic and professional certificates. Ashford Enterprises is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, disability, or ethnic background.
