IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya



Job Purpose

To design and implement ICT systems, networks and database infrastructure and architecture

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Supervise the development and implementation of ICT strategies, policies and procedures in with the organizational strategic objective;

  • Develop employee performance targets and competency development plans.

  • Implement established ICT business processes;

  • Develop and implement coaching, mentorship and succession planning programs in the department;

  • Supervise development and implementation of departmental annual budget, procurement plan and work plans;

  • Establish mechanisms for implementing accountability structures, monitoring of departmental performance, supervision and progress reporting of tasks.

  • Supervise the management and administration of the outsourced ICT services.

  • Implement controls for the deployment and application of ICT personnel and equipment/resources.

  • Supervise the development and management of ICT contracts and service level agreements.

  • Develop and implement ICT training and staff awareness programs.

  • Supervise operation of the information management systems, data analytics systems, networks, database and data security systems.

  • Develop the ICT disaster recovery plan

    Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

  • Advice and upgrade ICT Systems to meet the Authority’s needs

  • Supervise development of specifications for ICT software and hardware.

  • Prepare departmental procurement plan for every financial year.

  • Supervise vulnerability and system penetration tests

  • Implement ICT Infrastructure and Connectivity solutions

  • Supervise the implementation of information management systems

  • Develop and submit timely ICT system updates and advisories.

  • Supervise spyware investigations for ICT equipment.

  • Develop and submit ICT reports

  • Supervise the day to day ICT operations in the Authority.

  • Preparing technical systems and user documentation

  • Implement downtime procedures and business continuity.

  • Providing technical support and training new users in the use of system/ICT facilities and systems

  • Track and log ICT system process issues and incidents.

  • Supervise servicing and maintenance of all the Information Communication Technology equipment

  • Provide advisory on utilization of packages, new software applications and
    programs

  • Installing software packages and/or equipment to include configuration of software/hardware

  • Review user manuals and computer listings to debug programs, interpret abnormal terminations or other inoperable situations and resolving problems

  • Implement and maintain all network, security, and computer systems to meet the organization's current and future requirements.

  • Supervise and appraise direct reports.

    Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

    Academic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Information Technology, Computer Science or Business Information Technology from a recognized Institution.

    Professional Qualifications / Membership to Professional Bodies

  • Professional certifications in ICT such as Certified Computer Network Professional (CCNP, CCNA, MCSE, MCSA, MCSD, Oracle Certified Database Administrator, CISM/CISA or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

  • Current membership of an ICT professional body

    Previous Relevant Work Experience Required

  • Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Information, Communications Technology (ICT) Officer or nine (6) years in Information, Communications Technology (ICT) or a comparable relevant position in the Public Sector or Private Sector

    Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

    Functional Skills:

  • Investigations Skills
  • Organization and Planning Skills
  • Dispute Resolution Skills
  • Decision Making Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills

    Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

  • Transparency and accountability
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Team player
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Resilience
  • Independence
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Database management skills

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; IPOA Senior ICT Officer Jobs in Kenya

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