I'm George Waninara, an ICT Support Officer, Technician, and Website Developer based in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. I have over 3 years of professional experience in technical support, system administration, hardware/software maintenance, and web development. I excel at troubleshooting, network management, IT asset tracking, and user support, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity best practices and preventive maintenance. I'm passionate about improving system efficiency, data protection, and user satisfaction, and I enjoy helping teams work more effectively through reliable IT solutions.

George Waninara

I'm George Waninara, an ICT Support Officer, Technician, and Website Developer based in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. I have over 3 years of professional experience in technical support, system administration, hardware/software maintenance, and web development. I excel at troubleshooting, network management, IT asset tracking, and user support, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity best practices and preventive maintenance. I'm passionate about improving system efficiency, data protection, and user satisfaction, and I enjoy helping teams work more effectively through reliable IT solutions.

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I’m George Waninara, an ICT Support Officer, Technician, and Website Developer based in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. I have over 3 years of professional experience in technical support, system administration, hardware/software maintenance, and web development.

I excel at troubleshooting, network management, IT asset tracking, and user support, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity best practices and preventive maintenance. I’m passionate about improving system efficiency, data protection, and user satisfaction, and I enjoy helping teams work more effectively through reliable IT solutions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

ICT Support Officer at Kada Poroman Microfinance Limited
January 1, 2021 - Present
Provide ICT support and maintenance for head office and branch locations. Manage network infrastructure, computers, printers, and mobile devices. Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues (Zoom, Teams, email). Administer user accounts, password resets, and system access controls. Maintain ICT asset register using Snipe-IT. Install, configure, and update operating systems, MS Office, and antivirus software. Conduct ICT training and onboarding sessions for staff. Support installation and maintenance of IP cameras and security systems. Assist in ICT procurement and documentation of assets and projects.
Website Developer & IT Consultant at Self -Employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Design and maintain responsive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress. Develop database-driven systems with PHP & MySQL. Provide IT consultation, including computer repairs and software setup. Conduct client training on website content management and troubleshooting.
Registration Officer at PNG Civil & Identity Registry
January 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Assisted in the registration and verification of NID applicants. Collected and processed biometric data (photos and fingerprints). Provided public awareness and guidance on registration procedures.
IT Technician at H3 International (PNG) Ltd
May 31, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Maintained and repaired desktop/laptop hardware and software. Operated banner and sticker printers; performed graphic design tasks for print media.
Data Entry Officer (Casual) at First Investment Finance Ltd, Port Moresby
December 31, 2015 - October 14, 2025
Entered and updated data in the All Profit System. Updated property securities registers and performed reconciliations.
ICT Support Officer at Kada Poroman Microfinance Limited
January 1, 2021 - November 7, 2025
Provide ICT support and maintenance for both head office and branch locations; manage network infrastructure, computers, printers, and mobile devices; troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues (Zoom, Teams, email); administer user accounts, password resets, and system access controls; maintain ICT asset register using Snipe-IT; install, configure, and update operating systems, MS Office, and antivirus software; conduct ICT training and onboarding sessions for staff; support installation and maintenance of IP cameras and security systems; assist in ICT procurement and documentation of assets and projects.
Website Developer & IT Consultant (Freelance) at Self-Employed
January 1, 2017 - November 7, 2025
Design and maintain responsive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress; develop database-driven systems with PHP & MySQL; provide IT consultation, including computer repairs and software setup; conduct client training on website content management and troubleshooting.
Registration Officer at PNG Civil & Identity Registry
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Assisted in the registration and verification of NID applicants; collected and processed biometric data (photos and fingerprints); provided public awareness and guidance on registration procedures.
IT Technician at H3 International (PNG) Ltd
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Maintained and repaired desktop/laptop hardware and software; operated banner and sticker printers; performed graphic design tasks for print media.
Data Entry Officer (Casual) at First Investment Finance Ltd, Port Moresby
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015
Entered and updated data in the All Profit System; updated property securities registers and performed reconciliations.

Education

Bachelor of Information Technology at Southern Cross University (IBS Campus)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2015
Advanced Diploma in Information Technology at Southern Cross University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2014
Diploma in Information Technology at Southern Cross University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
Diploma in Personal Computer Technician at Elirana Electronic Technology School, Kokopo
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2022
Certificate in Introduction to Cybersecurity at Cisco Networking Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Information Technology at Southern Cross University (IBS Campus)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2015
Advanced Diploma in Information Technology at Southern Cross University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2014
Diploma in Information Technology at Southern Cross University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
Diploma in Personal Computer Technician at Elirana Electronic Technology School, Kokopo
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

Cybersecurity Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
ICT Hardware & Software Technician Training
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Certificate in Introduction to Cybersecurity
January 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025
Cybersecurity Fundamentals – Cisco Networking Academy
January 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025
ICT Hardware & Software Technician Training – Elirana Electronic Technology School
January 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Financial Services, Government, Telecommunications, Education

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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