Evans Mwaura
About Evans Mwaura
Evans Mwaura is a Senior ICT Officer at Catholic Relief Services in Nairobi, Kenya, with a background in computer science and extensive experience in ICT systems management. He has worked in various roles within the ICT field since 2009, demonstrating expertise in deploying and maintaining networks and supporting capacity building initiatives.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Evans Mwaura has been serving as a Senior ICT Officer at Catholic Relief Services since 2019. In this role, he manages crisis situations to ensure the ongoing ICT enablement of the agency's business operations. His responsibilities include deploying and maintaining ICT systems and databases, which encompass networks, servers, and telecommunications. Mwaura previously held the position of ICT Officer at the same organization from 2015 to 2019 and worked as an Assistant ICT Officer – User Support for a brief period in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Evans Mwaura holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Africa Nazarene University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He has also achieved various certifications, including A+ Certification from Kenya College of Communication Technology in 2004, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) Certification in Microsoft Server 2012 from African EDevelopment Resource Centre in 2016, and a Diploma in Computer Programming from InfoTech Training Centre in 2004. His expertise includes deploying and maintaining ICT systems and supporting capacity-building initiatives for staff and partners.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Evans Mwaura worked in several ICT roles. He served as a Network Administrator at Radio Africa Group for seven months in 2014. Prior to that, he worked at Wananchi - Zuku as a Network Operation Centre Engineer from 2011 to 2014 and as a Senior Support Engineer from 2011 to 2013. He also held the position of Customer Service Executive at Wananchi Group Kenya Ltd from 2009 to 2010. His diverse experience in the ICT field has contributed to his current role.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Evans Mwaura possesses strong technical skills in documenting network, hardware, software, and server configurations. He is responsible for managing changes to these configurations to ensure optimal performance and security. His role includes supporting the efficient adoption and use of ICT applications among staff, partners, and end-users, which is essential for capacity building within the organization.
Certifications and Training
In addition to his formal education, Evans Mwaura has pursued various training programs to enhance his ICT skills. He completed the International Computer Driving License (ICDL) at IAT College in 2003. His continuous professional development includes a focus on Microsoft technologies, as evidenced by his MCSA certification in 2016. These certifications reflect his commitment to staying updated with industry standards and best practices.