August 16, 2012

Technical Consultant/Contractor - AltCity - Lebanon

Responsible for overall technical support, set up and maintenance of all media & other technical equipment, and other technical duties essential to the smooth running of the entire AltCity space.

Main Tasks
- set up, monitor, and provide service for the internet network for AltCity
- set up and provide basic problem-solving support for computers for the AltCity team
- provide basic IT support for co-workers on an on-going basis
- set up and oversee setting up television system, satellite and cable TV systems, and audio distribution system
- responsible for conducting or arranging maintenance of media equipment & sound systems at AltCity, and providing technical/sound support during events
- other fun/exciting projects that emerge!

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- 1/2 years of experience working on tech, network, computer
- university degree in computer engineering desirable
- ability to communicate in Arabic and English effectively (written & spoken)
- ability to multitask
- detail-oriented
- ability to meet deadlines
- enthusiastic, dynamic, and reliable
- enthusiasm and knowledge in open source tech (online, offline, hardware)
- having a car and driver's license is a strong bonus
- a hacker, maker, DIY spirit with a passion for excellence

Period
10 month contract, to start ASAP. To be continued dependent on funding and quality of work.

Send CV, mention "Technical Consultant/Contractor" in the subject line of your email, including all contact information, with a cover letter explaining why you are excited by and suited for this position, to work@altcity.me