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Junior IT specialist
Stichting Solidaridad Network
About the role
Start: September 2026 36 hours per week Flexible-hybrid or fully remote in any of the countries where Solidaridad has offices Are you passionate about sustainability and do you want to contribute to change that matters? Solidaridad offers you a challenging position as junior IT Specialist in an inspiring and international setting. As Junior IT Specialist you will support the Solidaridad Network Foundation in its daily technology needs. The Junior IT expert possesses solid technical knowledge combined with practical, hands-on experience to execute, maintain, and secure the global IT infrastructure of the Solidaridad Network. You will work in direct collaboration with the global data specialist and work in direct collaboration with the IT specialists across the regional offices.
What you'll do
Your tasks will include, but are not limited to: 1. System & Network Administration & Google Workspace Restructuring Google Workspace Remediation: Execute the structural restructuring of Google Workspace across the network, implementing standardized Shared Drives and role-based folder architectures to mitigate data breach risks. Account & Access Life Cycle Management: Establish and strictly execute formal user account provisioning and offboarding processes, ensuring immediate access revocation for former employees and consultants. Backup & Disaster Recovery Operations: Implement and monitor daily automated backup routines for global environments (Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Certinia via Spanning or similar tools) and routinely conduct periodic data restoration tests. 2. Policy, Risk Management & Compliance Security Standards Enforcement: Actively enforce the Network Minimum Standard Requirements for IT Security and support the rollout of the formal network security policy. Information Security & Data Privacy: Implement proactive procedures to eliminate unauthorized data access and fraud vulnerabilities, and ensure full compliance with GDPR and reporting obligations. Documentation Management: Maintain rigorous, updated technical documentation of all core global IT processes, system configurations, and security protocols to prevent institutional knowledge loss. 3. Centralised Helpdesk & Global Systems Support Service Desk Execution: support day-to-day tickets for the Service Desk Regional Coordination: Coordinate with local Regional IT staff, empowering them to effectively serve as 1st line support for business operations and technical system troubleshooting. ED Office Coordination: Provide technical support to staff from the ED office
What you'll bring
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, System Engineering, or equivalent practical hands-on experience. Hands-On Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience in IT system administration, helpdesk coordination, or network security. Technical Knowledge: Strong administrative proficiency in Google Workspace Admin Console (access controls, Shared Drive governance) and hands-on exposure to Salesforce and Certinia ecosystems. Experience with GDPR and other privacy-related regulations. Backup & Security: Experience with package tools (e.g., Spanning) and implementing backup, data restoration, and user offboarding protocols. Languages: Working proficiency in English is required; additional languages spoken in Solidaridad regional offices (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French) are a strong asset. OVERALL COMPETENCIES Competency Description in Context of the Role Proactive Execution Ability to pivot IT operations from corrective/reactive actions to automated, preemptive risk-mitigation measures. Problem Solving & Technical Agility Hands-on troubleshooting capacity to handle complex 2nd/3rd line support inquiries while critically assessing system changes. Cross-Cultural Collaboration Strong communication skills to support and build capacity among decentralized local IT teams and regional offices across different continents. Rigorous Accountability Meticulous approach to security compliance, user audits, documentation, and data privacy protocols.
What's on offer
Competitive salary package to be determined according to the work experience of the candidate. DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION At Solidaridad, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission and values. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful working environment where everyone feels heard, seen, and valued, and where all individuals are empowered to achieve their full potential. NEXT STEPS Do you recognize yourself in the candidate profile? Then please send your one-page motivation letter and two-page resume in English to [email protected], stating “Application: IT specialist ” in the subject header. We accept applications on a rolling basis, but no later than 28th August 2026. Any personal data submitted in an application is treated confidentially and processed for the sole purpose of filling a vacancy, and is compliant with the GDPR directive. After the selection process has been completed (upon the date the vacancy is filled), all personal data of applicants who have not been selected will be destroyed immediately, unless we have your explicit approval to store your personal data for a maximum period of one year. SHARE THIS ARTICLE