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Deadline for applications: 14th Feb 2007
Important: Do not simply send your biodata to us- unless you answer the questions as part of the application process we will ignore your application.
Sustainable Networks currently has two positions available. Sustainable Solutions is handling the application process on behalf of Sustainable Networks.
If you want to apply for either job, first read application instructions and notes about working at Sustainable Networks and Sustainable Solutions
Answer the general questions at this link
Then, click one of the links below to get specific information and instructions about the position you are interested in.
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We are looking for a network and hardware administrator.
Notes about the job:
- It will require a moderate amount of travel. Some of our clients are in Kathmandu, while others are in remote areas.
- The job will include advising clients on setup of small networks (2 to 30 computers). Some of our clients are installing VSAT terminals for internet access, and they will need to receive advice on how to configure a small network so they can reliably communicate.
To apply:
Remember:
Software Developer — Job application form
To apply:
Remember:
- Imagine we have an array of 100 elements. Each element contains some text. We want to:
- append a star character to the end of every fifth element
- remove every second character from every tenth element, and…
- add a line feed (ascii 10) after the 30th character of every array element whose length is greater than 30 characters.
Write some sample code to do this in the language of your choice.
- Imagine we have another array of 100 elements, this time floating point numbers to a precision of 2 decimal places (e.g., 15.61 or 7.93). In the language of your choice, write some sample code to create, based on this array, a new array of integers according to the following rules:
- If the fractional part of the number is greater than .75, the number should be rounded up to the nearest integer.
- If the fractional part of the number is less than or equal to .75, the number should be rounded down to the nearest integer. (You may assume that all the floating point numbers will be greater than 1 and less than 1000).
Note: If the language you use has a built-in function for rounding numbers, you will receive extra marks if you write your own code to round numbers rather than using the built in function
- Imagine we have an array of 100 elements, each of which is a random integer. We want to know which of the elements:
- a) are multiples of 2
- b) are multiples of 2 AND 5
- c) have a remainder of 3 when divided by 7
Write some sample code to make 3 new arrays that contain the elements that match each criterion. Do this in the language of your choice.
- View this article and comment on what implications it might have for your role with Sustainable Solutions.
- Visit the mSupply web site and view the history page. Make some comments on the frequency of releases and what you can conclude about our quality control.
- Have you used any php frameworks? State the advantages of a framework. If you haven’t, research either the Codeigniter or Zend frameworks and make three comments on one or other.
Questions specific to the post of Netwwork/Hardware Admin
- A clien’ts computer has a hard disk that appears to be failing. What steps would you take in resolving this problem.
- State what common software packages (productivity, mail, server, etc…) you are familiar with. (Be warned if you list a package in your answer you may be asked questions about it in an interview.
- What is DHCP? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using it in a small office network of 10 computers.
- What are the advantages of having a router handle the internet connection for an office.
- Some applications can be set to run as a service (on Windows and Macintosh). What are the advantages of setting an application to run as a service?
- A hospital wants to install a computer to do the following tasks.
- monitor internet traffic from each client computer and record traffic volumes from each client
Would you recommend a Windows or Linux server for this task? For the platform you recommend, explain in a few sentences how this could be set up with regard to what software would need to be used or installed, and how the network would be configured. (You may use a diagram if to illustrate if you want).
What is SSL? Does using SSL for email transport between a user’s computer and his/her mail server make their connection secure? Explain what other factors may influence security like this.
If an organisation in Tansen has an internet connection that is connected to a router, and they want to allow a particular computer on their network to be controlled over the internet by the Sustainable Networks office in Kathmandu, what issues would they need to consider.
A user has forgotten the Windows administrator password for their machine. What would you recommend they do?
Explain why you might want to bridge two network interfaces.
What are the advantages of using PPPoE to manage remote client access to a network.
Questions
- Include your Biodata in the document. Please include:
- Previous work experience
- Qualifications gained
- Names of 2 referees and their phone numbers. Please state the position of the referee and your relationship with him/her.
- What are your favourite interests outside of work.
- There is currently much talk of the “new Nepal”. Describe your vision of what the important features of the new Nepal should be, and what steps you would take to bring this about.
- What qualities do you think are important for performing this job?
- What monthly salary would you consider reasonable for this job as a starting salary, and as a salary after 2 years of excellent performance with us?
- State in no more than 120 words why you are submitting this application, and why you think we should offer you the job.
- What are your aims and ambitions in life?
Please read the following instructions carefully. Failure to comply will mean your application will not be considered.
- Do not telephone or visit Sustainable Solutions regarding this position. If you do, your application will not be considered.
- Apply by submitting an email to the address “jobs@sussol.net” with attached application document in Word or PDF format.
- Please apply in English.
- Your application should include answers to the questions below. *Do not just submit your biodata without answering the questions
- Do not bother getting your friends to help you with the questions, as all short listed candidates will be tested in person.
Notes about the working with Sustainable Solutions
- We pride ourselves in being law-abiding, which means income tax will be deducted from your salary.
- The job location is Lalitpur
- 4 weeks of paid holiday is provided each year, along with 10 days for festival holidays.
- Working hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
- Some travel within Nepal may be required. (Not more than 1 week per month on average)
- If you are not intending to make a long term commitment to this position, don’t bother applying. It will take one year before you’re fully productive, so expect to make a commitment for 5 years or more.
You are welcome to reapply for a job if you have applied in the past. However, if you submit the same application you will get the same response.
Here are the most common reasons for not accepting an application.
- The questions were not answered- only biodata was submitted.
- The standard of written English was too low.
- For software developers: submitted code would not run, or was poorly commented.
- Answers to the written questions made us question whether you would share the values that are important to our organisation.
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