A. Job Ad:
Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator Operations, Quality and Software Testings:
•Performs administration of computer systems and networks throughout the Postal Technology Centre (PTC)
•Develops and updates computer applications
•Provides IT support
1 Server management
Installs and configures all computers for PTC Development and Operations teams such as:
•Production servers
•Test and development servers
•Workstations for Development and Operations staff
2. Monitoring
•• Supervises the performance, usage and availability of:
◦Networks and connections
◦PTC servers (including application servers, file servers, database servers and web servers)
•Analyzes the usage and reliability of network resources
•Monitors critical functions and logs in order to anticipate problems
3. Maintenance
•Takes proactive measures to ensure good service delivery
•Maintains and manages PTC computer, server and application updates
•Maintains and updates Operations services
4. Technical 2nd level Support
•Performs network troubleshooting to detect common network problems
•Works closely with the support team to handle complex network problems
•Provides technical support, training and installation of new hardware and software to staff
•Provides support to the PTC technical team regarding system and network problems
5. Quality Management
•Creates and maintains Standard Operational procedures related to Operations services
•Prepares and maintains Operations records and reports (training documentation, equipment inventory, licenses, work orders, etc.).
•Collaborates to identify and maintain a set of best practices for incident management and service monitoring
Qualifications and experience
1 Education
•First-level university degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience.
2 Experience
•At least 3 years' experience working as an IT specialist
•Experience working in an international environment would be an advantage
3 Technical knowledge:
•Knowledge of VMware or Citrix
•Knowledge of EMC storage would be an advantage
•Knowledge of Microsoft product, in particular Active Directory, SCCM
•Network and firewall administration knowledge would be an advantage
•Database administration (MSSQL) would be an advantage
•Splunk, scripting (PS), ManageEngine Operations Manager, Check Point, Brocade, Apache Tomcat/ Jboss, Linux Operating systems would be an advantage
Skills and abilities / competencies
•Interpersonal skills
•Ability to work in a multicultural team
•Adaptability
•Problem-solving skills
•Good communication skills
Language skills
Proficiency in English. French would be an advantage.
B. One paragraph about this company you are applying to.
Objective
Education
Honors and Awards
EMPLOYMENT
Languages
Computer Skills
Other
References
Job Summary
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Company
Name: Universal Postal Union
UPU
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Location: Abu Dhabi
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Experience: 2 - 5 Years
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Education: Bachelor's Degree
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Function: IT
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Role: System Administrator
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Industry: IT/ Computers - Software
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Posted
On: 21st Sep 2015
Job Description
Main dutiesUnder the direct supervision of the Coordinator Operations, Quality and Software Testings:
•Performs administration of computer systems and networks throughout the Postal Technology Centre (PTC)
•Develops and updates computer applications
•Provides IT support
1 Server management
Installs and configures all computers for PTC Development and Operations teams such as:
•Production servers
•Test and development servers
•Workstations for Development and Operations staff
2. Monitoring
•• Supervises the performance, usage and availability of:
◦Networks and connections
◦PTC servers (including application servers, file servers, database servers and web servers)
•Analyzes the usage and reliability of network resources
•Monitors critical functions and logs in order to anticipate problems
3. Maintenance
•Takes proactive measures to ensure good service delivery
•Maintains and manages PTC computer, server and application updates
•Maintains and updates Operations services
4. Technical 2nd level Support
•Performs network troubleshooting to detect common network problems
•Works closely with the support team to handle complex network problems
•Provides technical support, training and installation of new hardware and software to staff
•Provides support to the PTC technical team regarding system and network problems
5. Quality Management
•Creates and maintains Standard Operational procedures related to Operations services
•Prepares and maintains Operations records and reports (training documentation, equipment inventory, licenses, work orders, etc.).
•Collaborates to identify and maintain a set of best practices for incident management and service monitoring
Qualifications and experience
1 Education
•First-level university degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience.
2 Experience
•At least 3 years' experience working as an IT specialist
•Experience working in an international environment would be an advantage
3 Technical knowledge:
•Knowledge of VMware or Citrix
•Knowledge of EMC storage would be an advantage
•Knowledge of Microsoft product, in particular Active Directory, SCCM
•Network and firewall administration knowledge would be an advantage
•Database administration (MSSQL) would be an advantage
•Splunk, scripting (PS), ManageEngine Operations Manager, Check Point, Brocade, Apache Tomcat/ Jboss, Linux Operating systems would be an advantage
Skills and abilities / competencies
•Interpersonal skills
•Ability to work in a multicultural team
•Adaptability
•Problem-solving skills
•Good communication skills
Language skills
Proficiency in English. French would be an advantage.
B. One paragraph about this company you are applying to.
With its 192 member
countries, the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United
Nations, is the primary forum for cooperation between postal sector players.
It helps to ensure a truly universal network of up-to-date products and services. The Postal sector has been confronted with far-reaching changes over the past few years. It has become essential for Posts to apply the latest technology in order to respond effectively to the evolution of their customer needs.
The Postal Technology Centre (PTC) of the UPU acts as the link between technology and the needs of the Postal industry by becoming the first choice in providing IT solutions, applications and services that enables the delivery of international and national postal services.
It helps to ensure a truly universal network of up-to-date products and services. The Postal sector has been confronted with far-reaching changes over the past few years. It has become essential for Posts to apply the latest technology in order to respond effectively to the evolution of their customer needs.
The Postal Technology Centre (PTC) of the UPU acts as the link between technology and the needs of the Postal industry by becoming the first choice in providing IT solutions, applications and services that enables the delivery of international and national postal services.
C. CV:
Mohammed Saeed Al Kaabi
Phone: 050 448 4588
S200233567@hct.ac.ae
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Mailing
Address
Abu
Dhabi, P.O. Box 52520
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Date of
birth: 29/1/1977
Place
of birth: Al Ain, UAE
Nationality:
Emirati
Marital
Status: Married
Objective
To succeed in an environment of growth and
excellence and earn a job which provides me job Satisfaction and self-development
and help me achieve personal as well as organization goals.
Education
BS Higher Collages of Technology, Computer
Information Science 2018
Two
years courses
Gonzaga University, Electrical Engineering 1999-2001
Spokane,
WA. USA
High
School
Al Maqam High school 1996
Al
Ain
Honors and Awards
Oracle
(Byanaty) MOFA Support team Award 2015
A team member in supporting the Oracle UAE Federal
for the MOFA (Ministry
Foreign affairs)
Awarded
for a group member in establishing the UAE Diplomatic Mission
in Kampala
– Uganda. 2010
EMPLOYMENT
Ministry of Foreign Affaires
January 4, 2003 -
present
Job Title: Local Engaged Employee – Head Of
section 2014 -
present
- Oversee
Local Engaged Employee Section
- Supervise
Local Staff Service Representatives
Job Title: administrative
attaché. 2010
- 2013
UAE Embassy in Paris
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Employee and Administration services.
- Type official
correspondence
- Distribute mail and
interoffice memoranda
- Responsible for
administration and reconciliation of petty cash fund
Job Title: administrative
attaché. 2003
- 2009
UAE Embassy in Algeria.
·
Employee service and Administrative Assistant.
- Route incoming telephone
calls
- Type official
correspondence
- Distribute mail and
interoffice memoranda
- Responsible for
administration and reconciliation of petty cash fund
Helped implement new network system
Languages
Arabic:
Native Language.
English:
Advance
French:
Intermediate.
Computer Skills
It may be useful to provide a summary of your
relevant skills, such as your computer skills. You could list your skills using
a consistent format such as
Programming: C++, C#,
Oracle Database
Networking: CCNA,
CCNP
Platforms: Windows
Microsoft
Other
Personal Hobbies:
Swimming and Football
References
Available upon request
D. Interview: Do's Don't Sheet + Suggestions/ John+Jane
John
|
Jane
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Suggestions on how to
improve.
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Has no self-confidence. He was uncomfortable and tired.
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Answering out of topic.
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Always research where are you going before you get there.
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Ignored the Interviewer and was
holding the phone and replied to the text message.
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Did not know anything about the job.
Did not bring her CV
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Research the company and the position you’re applying for.
Bring real example in the past worked for the recruiter.
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No respect.
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No eye contact.
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Never start requesting specific benefits.
Bring extra copies of your resume.
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He didn't thank the
interviewer and not showing interest to work on the
company
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Don’t remember anything about her job
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Maintain eye contact with recruiter.
Know what’s on your resume
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E. The 25 Most Frequent Interview Questions + Answers
Question How
to Answer
25
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How
do you handle criticism?
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Mention that you never take it
personally and give some example from your past
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24
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What do you think of
the last company you worked for?
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It was a great platform that helps you
improve your skills
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23
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Do
you have any questions for me?
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You always want to have a few it shows
that you did your research
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22
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Why
do you think you will be successful at this job?
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If there aren't many either apply elsewhere
or improvised
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21
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How do you see yourself 5 years from now?
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Act like you had a vision
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20
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What
do you look for in a manager or boss?
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Answers like fair and
encouraging
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19
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Will
you put the interests of the organization ahead of your own?
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Yes sure to lend you back in the job
market
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18
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What
motivates you to do your best while working?
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Good ideas would be working
environment discipline , bad ideas might be the Southlake
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17
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What
is more important, the money or the work?
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Both
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16
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How
will you compensate for your lack of experience?
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Even
with little experience, all I could say is that I’m definitely hard worker
and a quick learner.
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15
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What
irritates you about co-workers?
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See the deflection
you're well on your way to being a politician
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14
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What
would your rather do, follow or lead?
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Don't mind following
if necessary
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13
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Are
you a team player?
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Yes we'll sue you fit make sure you
give example
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12
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How
long would you work for us?
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You don't have given a specific time
line just don't make it sound as if you’re going to leave next week
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11
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What
do coworkers say about you?
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Scan your brain for
anything good that anybody has ever said about you
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10
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Why
have you been unemployed for so long?
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Whatever your reason make it sound
like you have been productive inactivity attending classes are improving your
knowledge
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9
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Why
should we hire you?
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Don't compare yourself
to other interviews
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8
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What
are your strengths?
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Strengths you’ve mentioned before by give examples.
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7
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Why
did you leave your last job?
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Solve positive don't
say anything negative about your last job
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6
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What
are your weaknesses?
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weaknesses that are either strengths in disguise, or
weaknesses that can easily be improved upon
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5
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Tell
me about yourself?
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Talk about
work-related things
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4
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Tell
me about your dream job?
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Don't be specific stick to broad
generalization like a great environment
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3
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Describe
your management style?
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Speaking example user
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2
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What
is your philosophy towards work?
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Talk about basic values you have
been adopted and password places are the energy
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1
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Do you
consider yourself successful?
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Yes you should
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