About Apex Ventures
Apex Ventures is a venture capital and advisory firm that backs early-stage startups in fintech, agritech, and healthtech across Sub-Saharan Africa. Established in 2016 in Nairobi, Apex has deployed capital into more than forty companies and supports founders with hands-on operational guidance, board placement, and access to its network of over two hundred mentors and industry experts. The firm manages three funds totalling USD 75 million and typically invests between USD 100,000 and USD 2 million at seed and Series A stages. Apex Ventures also runs a six-month accelerator programme twice a year, accepting ten to fifteen startups per cohort.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for managing the company's network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Daily tasks involve monitoring network performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues, managing VPN connections for remote workers, and implementing network security policies. The role also includes managing the server infrastructure, both on-premises and cloud-based, performing backups, applying patches and updates, and ensuring high availability of critical systems. You will document network configurations, maintain asset inventories, and prepare reports on system uptime and incident response. The position requires experience with enterprise networking equipment, server operating systems, and virtualisation platforms. You will participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency support.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Apex Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
